Col (R) Ken Carrick

COL (R) Ken Carrick, age 49, of Abingdon, MD, unexpectedly passed away on August 3, 2013. Born March 25, 1964 in Cape May, NJ, he was the son of the late Frances Lloyd Carrick. He graduated from Lower Cape May High School in 1982 and continued his education at the United States Military Academy at West Point where he graduated in 1986. He earned a Master of Science in Information Technology Management from the Naval Post Graduate School, as well as a Master of Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College. He retired from the U.S. Army, after 26 years of service, and served as the Vice President of Tactical Intel Systems in the Engineering Division of Man Tech International Corporation.

COL (R) Carrick is survived by his wife and best friend, Teresa (Terie) Stewart Carrick. They married on April 11, 1987, and traveled the world together. They have three beautiful children, who were his pride and joy. Son, Chance Michael Carrick is currently a United States Military Academy cadet at West Point and will be graduating this year. Son, Corey John Carrick will also be graduating this year from Monmouth University in NJ. Daughter, Samantha Leigh Carrick, a graduate of The College of NJ, is currently teaching in Nashville, TN, and earning her masters degree. COL (R) Carrick is also survived by his brothers, Richard, Danny and Ronnie Carrick, Kevin Prull, and John Lilliston; sister, Karen (Carrick) Wilson; brothers-in-law, Michael and Barry Stewart; parents-in-law, Harley and Santa Stewart; sisters-in laws, nieces, nephews, and many cherished friends.

His greatest joys in life were his children and his wife. He loved to travel with his family, cook, and golf with his sons. He was excited to walk his daughter down the aisle for her wedding this November to Hal Bowlin, US Army MEDEVAC Pilot. Ken enjoyed living on the water where he played on his jet skis and boat, "At Ease" with family and friends. He excelled at all sports and was currently training to run in the Army Ten Miler with his wife. For many years he was a volunteer coach for soccer, baseball, and football. He was a member of the Maryland Golf and Country Club, St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, and the National Guard Mixed Bowling League at APG. He previously served as the Secretary/Treasurer for the NJ District of Optimist International. He is remembered for living a life full of character and happiness.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to www.thefirsttee.org or www.woundedwarriorproject.org, two organizations he passionately believed in.