Kenneth Elwayne Ailor passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024 in Pullman. He was 93. Ken was born October 19, 1931 in Pullman. He is the son of Leonard and Anna Ailor and a descendent of Whitman County Pioneer Jacob Fulton Ailor who farmed in the Johnson area 120 years ago. Ken attended Pullman schools and graduated from Pullman High School in 1950. He and 9 of his classmates joined the Navy after graduation. They all went through boot camp together before getting their assignments. They stayed close for all the years after they all came home safe. They were brothers and many of Ken's fondest memories were with those guys. Ken returned to Pullman where he met Betty Scott. They were married May 6, 1957 and made their home in Pullman. Ken worked for Arden and Holsum before he purchased the My Office Tavern. They ran the tavern for 10 years before they retired. They traveled and enjoyed Cougar events. Ken's beloved Betty passed asway in 2005. He enjoyed his last years when his son Keith came to live with him. Felix and Oscar. Keith passed away in 2023. Ken moved into Regency where he enjoyed the community. He is survived by his son Kenny (Kay) Ailor, daughter Vicky (Randy) Parr; his grandchildren Jennifer (Steven) Perez, Stephanie (Cristian) Palomo, Brian Ailor and Erin Ailor; great-grandchildren Brayden, Nico, Maddy, Mason and Maya. In addition to his wife and son; Ken was preceded in death by his parents, 5 brothers and 2 sisters. A Celebration of Life will be held at Zeppoz in Pullman on Friday, November 22nd, beginning at 3:45 pm. On-line guest book is at www.corbeillfuneralhomes.com

Corbeill Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.