Kenneth B. Sloane - Cremation Society of Virginia

Kenneth "Kenny" B. Sloane

October 25, 1955 - April 23, 2022

Cypress Creek Country Club House

600 Cypress Creek Parkway

Smithfield, VA

Sunday 5/1, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Kenneth B. “Kenny” Sloane Sr., 66, of Smithfield, passed away peacefully, April 23, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.

To Kenny, family was everything. He was steady, honest and respected and dedicated his life to his wife, boys and grandkids. He was most happy polishing glasses in the bar at Fin Seafood with son, Kenny or riding the tractor at the farm with son, Cory. His pride showed through his beaming smile in everything they did. His grandkids were the light of his life and he was most happy when his whole family was together. His favorite time was spending time at the beach with his toes in the sand having fun with family and friends.

Kenny was a native of Portsmouth, VA and a graduate of Churchland High School. He attended Virginia Tech and Old Dominion. Kenny joined Dominion Energy 1977 as a Non-Licensed Operator. During his career at Surry Power Station, Kenny attained his Reactor Operator in 1983. He held numerous leadership positions, including Shift Manager and Supervisor-Operations Support. In 1995, Kenny was promoted to Plant Manager. Kenny’s ten-year tenure as Plant Manager was the longest running in that position in the country at that time. Kenny retired from Dominion Energy’s Surry Power Station in 2014, after a long and distinguished 36-year career.

Kenny was an avid photographer and especially loved taking pictures of birds. His joy of life could be seen through the pictures he took. His memories will live on through his pictures. He touched everyone he met and will be remembered by his fun-loving spirit and his joy for life.

Kenny is survived by his wife of 46 years, Ellen Warrick Sloane; two sons, Kenny Jr. (Shannon) and Cory; his grandchildren, Kameron, Cassidy, Ryder, Brenned and Daisy Pritchard; his brother, Preston Sloane (Ann); his sister, Sandy Dills (Russell); his sister-in-law, Pat Edwards; his brother-in-law, Keith Warrick and everyone who knew him as “Papa Sloane”.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, May 1, 2022 at the Cypress Creek Club House, 600 Cypress Creek Parkway, Smithfield, VA from 1 pm-4pm.

In lieu of flowers you may make a donation to the Audubon Society.

Cremation Society of Virginia-Newport News assisted the family with arrangements.

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Cypress Creek Country Club House

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Kenneth B. “Kenny” Sloane Sr., 66, of Smithfield, passed away peacefully, April 23, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. To Kenny, family was everything. He was steady, honest and respected and dedicated his life to his wife, boys and grandkids. He was most happy polishing glasses in the bar at Fin Seafood with son, Kenny…

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My heart aches with your passing, I miss you so much already. Thank you for the gift of your friendship. I will continue to pray to God that he wrap his loving arms around Ellen and the entire family and give them peace while they grieve. God has surely gained another Angel.

My deepest sympathy to Kenny’s family, friends and all who loved him. Kenny, you will be greatly missed. Your love of life and especially the love of your family and friends was a light and inspiration to all. The world’s light dimmed when you left us, but I’m Sure that Heaven is shining even brighter with you there. ❤️

Ellen, I am so sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing! I’m praying that with all the wonderful, loving memories you two have had, you will be able to find some peace and comfort. I am also praying for your extended family and friends who will miss his affectionate smile and love! 🙏🙏🙏

Our sincere condolences to the entire Sloane family.

I knew Kenny back in the late 60s / early 70s when I worked for his farther and I'm very sorry to hear of his passing, I offer my condolences to his entire family. I have to say these are wonderful tributes being left here, and from what I remember of Kenny I can't say that I'm surprised. God bless you all.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Ellen, Kenny Jr., Cory, Grandkids, etc., it never seems fair when someone with so much love and reason to live is taken so quickly. Please know Kenny's impact on so many of his "family" at Surry Power Station is simply immeasurable. He was one of the best plant managers in Surry's long and successful history. Kenny was tough, but fair, consistent, and compassionate...all of the attributes anyone could ask for in an executive leader. But way more than that, he was our friend and a mentor to many. He will be greatly missed, but his legacy will live on through good deeds done to others by those who knew and loved him. Peace, Love, & Light. DKM

My heartfelt prayers are with Ellen and the Sloane family. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and give you peace. Kenny loved life and his fellow man and will be missed by the many who knew and admired him.

Sloan family, we were so sorry to hear about Kenny. Our sincere condolences to you all.

Ellen, My heartfelt sympathy and prayers as you and your family grieve the loss of your husband and father of your sons, but also rejoice in the full life of service to others. Cecie Adolphi (Margaret Tankovich's friend)

I am so sorry to learn about Kenny’s passing. He was a great guy; a good friend and loved life to the fullest. Recently we were communicating back and forth about Kenny’s health situation and my fiancées health challenges too. Kenny was concerned and praying for my fiancée while we were praying for Kenny. I know they are celebrating together in heaven. Two wonderful men taken too soon yet they’re in God’s care. My deepest sympathies to Kenny’s family and many friends.

Our deepest sympathy and condolences for Ellen and the entire Sloane family! We met Kenny and Ellen Shag Dancing. Our fondest memories of Kenny was when he had an idea! Like taking pictures at the Surry Christmas Parties…OR… when he said he wanted to dance in United Ways Dancing with the Stars! Which he won the Peoples Choice Award!! Of Course he did! Kenny was a ‘people kind of guy!! RIP Kenny. You will be missed but you legacy of love and family will live on! May God bless The Sloane Family in their days to come! Remember to cherish the memories!! Much Love, Cindy and Larry Black

You always had a smile on your face, no matter what. You will be missed. My condolences to the Sloane family.

Truly one of the best. His presence and laughter was always uplifting to all!

Praying for you Sandra and your family. Love and prayers.

Our sincere condolences to Ellen and the entire Sloane family. Kenny was one of the happiest, caring, thoughtful and giving person we knew. He will be missed but never forgotten.

To the family and friends who shared laughter, food, wine and love with Kenny, you have my sincere condolences. He will be missed by so many and we will have fantastic memories of the special person he was. Sandy, My heart breaks for you the loss of your brother and to Ellen and the rest of the family you have my deepest sympathy. Love and prayers, Terri Madden

In life we come across individuals that make an impact on our lives and Kenny was truly one of those men.....A true professional in both the Nuclear Industry and the local Culinary field he was a leader with new and challenging ways to do buisness.....A friend to all who knew him never without a smile on his face and a laugh we will always remember my condolences to his family friends and many coworkers but I know we can find peace that if we live our lives as Kenny did we will see him again......May the good LORD bless and keep you my friend❗️🙏

I will always remember his passion for life, wine & friends. Thanks Kenny for all your support

I knew Kenny from many visits involving food and wine; in his restaurants and other places. He was a friendly man with his lovely wife always nearby. He made people feel comfortable and will be sorley missed in the usual hang outs. Bless you all, I pray for your comfort.

My loving thoughts and prayers to Kenny's family and friends. Hold his memory forever in your hearts. - Stacey Kellam CHS77

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

My condolence’s to the Sloane Family. Sorry for your loss 🙏

Ellen, I am so sorry for your family's loss. May the peace of the Lord surround your family.

May the God of all comfort hold each of Kenny’s loved ones who mourn his death in the Everlasting Arms with the eager expectation that Kenny will welcome them into his arms in the life to come, which was made possible by the outstretched arms of the crucified and resurrected Son of God!

God bless the Sloane's. RIP Kenny

Ellen, I am at a loss for words. I know that nothing can take away the pain that you are feeling for the loss of your sweet Kenny. He was a wonderful friend & everyone adored him. May his love for you and your family carry you all through the sad days ahead and lift you up when the days become unbearable. Just know that we are sending you our love and support. I hope you can understand what we can't put into words. Love, Terry & Bev Schoch :(

Ellen, Kenny, Shannon,Cory and family we are so sorry about Kenny. He was a great guy and family man. We enjoyed going to the beach to see the Sloane family when we were with Allen’s. Always a party. Many wonderful memories. Can’t make it on May 1st but home to see this summer. Love to all! Take care.❤️

My thoughts and prayers have been with Kenny and his family for the past weeks, since I found out about Kenny's illness. He was always positive and upbeat, as it sounds like he was all the time. I graduated with Kenny from High School and only saw he and Ellen rarely since then. However, I always remembered them. Such beautiful people of God.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.