Kenneth "Corky" Elliott, 60, of Green Bay, passed away Thursday, August 16, 2012, due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was born on January 9, 1952 in Green Bay to Violet (Wennesheimer) and the late William Elliott. On August 11, 1979 he married his one love Robin at the Suamico Methodist Church. Together they had two children: Zeta and Eric. Ken was a graduate of Bayport High School and attended Blackhawk College. He served honorably for four years in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam conflict as a Jet Mechanic. Ken was an electrical mechanic at WI Lift Truck for 35 years. He liked to fish, work on classic cars and ride his motorcycle. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Ken is survived by his mother, Violet; his children, Zeta Martinez and Eric Elliott; grandchildren Talon, Naolin, and Rowen Martinez and Evan Elliott; his sister, Susan (Larry) Habeck; niece, Stacy (Parker) Tignor and their son Zander.
He was preceded in death by his father, William; his brother, Keith; and his nephew, Alex.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 20, 2012 at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 305 N. Tenth Street, De Pere, WI, from 4pm until 7pm when a funeral service celebrating Ken's life will be held with Rev. Barb Hanke officiating. Full military honors will follow. Please visit www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the Elliott family. A memorial fund has been established in Ken's name.