Kenneth W. Derby, age 59, passed away suddenly at Mercy Medical Center on Monday, August 15, 2016. Ken was born in Fairmont, WV, on December, 27, 1956. He was employed at Bethel Home in Oshkosh for many years. Ken enjoyed his children, gardening, football, animals, cooking, friends, and was very passionate about his job and the residents at Bethel Home.Ken is survived by daughters: Kim (Eric) Hawkins, Ashley, Veronica, and Morgan Derby; a son Joseph Derby; partner Mary Kifer; granddaughter Elaina Grace Derby; brother David Delaney; and ex-wife Robin Gaines. He was preceded in death by a daughter; a sister; and two brothers.A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 28, 2016, at 2:30 p.m. at Bethel Home. A time of visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Refreshments to follow. A special thanks to Chaplain Cathie Vander Velden.