Kenneth Legum Obituary Kenneth Phillips Legum, 82, of Suffolk, died on Sunday, January 31, 2021. Kenneth was born November 7, 1938 in Greensboro, NC to the late Dr. Meyer H. Legum and Catherine Phillips Legum. He was predeceased by his wife of 43 years, Shirley Faulkner Legum; step- daughter, Shannon O' dell; sisters, Catherine Kerneklian, Betsy Gallop, and Lou Ann Caldwell. Kenneth was raised in Virginia Beach, Va. He graduated from Staunton Military Academy and received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Virginia Military Institute. After proudly serving in the United States Army, he began his life long career in the furniture business. He was also a member of the Mount Scott masonic Lodge 540. Kenneth was also a former member of the Khedive Temple. Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Catherine Legum of Suffolk; siblings, Nancy Ann Albertson of Virginia Beach and Dr. Larry Legum of Chesapeake; along with dozens of nieces and nephews, and close friends who he adored. The family will receive friends and family Saturday, February 6, 2021 from 12 p. m. to 2 p. m., followed by a memorial service at Baker-Foster Funeral Home, 5685 Lee Farm Ln, Suffolk, VA 23435. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kenneth's honor to Shriner's Hospital for Children, PO Box 863765, Orlando, FL 32886. Condolences may be registered online at rwbakerfh.com. Kenneth Legum Obituary (1938 - 2021) - Suffolk, VA - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.rwbakerfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?searchName=Kenneth+Legum&page1 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/kenneth-legum-obituary?id11135350 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/Kenneth-Phillips-Legum/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Narrative Summary of the Obituary Kenneth Phillips Legum, 82, of Suffolk, passed away on 31 January 2021. Born on 7 November 1938 in Greensboro, NC, he was predeceased by his wife, Shirley, and several siblings. He is survived by his daughter, Catherine, and other family members. ## Narrative Summary of Funeral Services The family received friends and family on 6 February 2021 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. A memorial service was held at Baker-Foster Funeral Home in Suffolk, Virginia. In lieu of flowers, donations were made in Kenneth's honor to Shriner's Hospital for Children. ## The Edited Obituary Kenneth Phillips Legum, 82, of Suffolk, died on Sunday, 31 January 2021. Kenneth was born 7 November 1938 in Greensboro, NC to the late Dr. Meyer H. Legum and Catherine Phillips Legum. He was predeceased by his wife of 43 years, Shirley Faulkner Legum; stepdaughter, Shannon O'Dell; sisters, Catherine Kerneklian, Betsy Gallop, and Lou Ann Caldwell. Kenneth was raised in Virginia Beach, VA. He graduated from Staunton Military Academy and received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Virginia Military Institute. After proudly serving in the United States Army, he began his lifelong career in the furniture business. He was also a member of the Mount Scott Masonic Lodge 540. Kenneth was also a former member of the Khedive Temple. Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Catherine Legum of Suffolk; siblings, Nancy Ann Albertson of Virginia Beach and Dr. Larry Legum of Chesapeake; along with dozens of nieces and nephews, and close friends who he adored. The family will receive friends and family Saturday, 6 February 2021 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., followed by a memorial service at Baker-Foster Funeral Home, 5685 Lee Farm Ln, Suffolk, VA 23435. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kenneth's honor to Shriner's Hospital for Children, PO Box 863765, Orlando, FL 32886. Condolences may be registered online at rwbakerfh.com. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Kenneth Phillips Legum | |---------|---------------------------------| | Age | 82 years | | Birth | 7 November 1938; Greensboro, NC | | Death | 31 January 2021; Suffolk, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |--------------------------|---------------------|--------------------------------| | Kenneth Phillips Legum | Decedent | Suffolk, VA | | Shirley Faulkner Legum | Spouse | -- | | Dr. Meyer H. Legum | Parent | -- | | Catherine Phillips Legum | Parent | -- | | Catherine Legum | Daughter | Suffolk, VA | | Nancy Ann Albertson | Sibling | Virginia Beach, VA | | Dr. Larry Legum | Sibling | Chesapeake, VA | | Shannon O'Dell | Stepdaughter | -- | | Catherine Kerneklian | Sister | -- | | Betsy Gallop | Sister | -- | | Lou Ann Caldwell | Sister | -- | ## Other Relevant Information 1. Kenneth Phillips Legum was born on 7 November 1938 in Greensboro, NC. 2. He was raised in Virginia Beach, VA. 3. Kenneth graduated from Staunton Military Academy. 4. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Virginia Military Institute. 5. Kenneth proudly served in the United States Army. 6. He had a lifelong career in the furniture business. 7. Kenneth was a member of the Mount Scott Masonic Lodge 540. 8. He was a former member of the Khedive Temple.