Ken was born on July 29, 1963 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Milton and Mary Kathleen Murray Reuwer. He married Michelle Goldbeck in 1983, and together they have six children. Ken was also preceded in death by his granddaughter, Lucy Reuwer.

Ken studied at St. Fidelis High School with the Capuchin friars. Later he attended Johns Hopkins University, graduated from Virginia Tech, and has a certificate of Legislative Studies from Georgetown University. His professional career spanned across continents in service of our country as a Special Agent for the Defense Investigative Service, Central Intelligence Agency, and Naval Criminal Investigative Service, culminating in his retirement as NCIS Deputy Assistant Director. Over that time he also led the investigation of the attack on the USS Cole, served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, and assisted a member of the House of Representatives as a defense advisor.

In his retirement, Ken served as an active chair on Chelsea Academy’s Board of Directors. While “retired,” he worked as an investigative research contractor, security consultant, handyman, event coordinator and most importantly, a husband and father. When not at his kids’ school and sporting events, he could often be found on a golf course or a baseball diamond, enjoying some of his favorite pastimes.

Ken is survived by his wife of 41 years, Michelle Reuwer; his five sons: Father Daniel Reuwer, Michael Reuwer, Patrick Reuwer (Rachel), Stephen Reuwer and Thomas “Brooks” Reuwer; daughter, Christina Reuwer; his six brothers: Mike Reuwer, John Reuwer, David Reuwer, Chris Reuwer, Steven Reuwer and Tom Reuwer; his two sisters: Trisha Elkins and Kathy Guess; his two grandchildren: Mackenzie Reuwer and Benedict Reuwer, and so many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

The family will receive friends for a viewing on Sunday, September 22, 2024 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 120 West Main Street, Front Royal, VA.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 AM on Monday, September 23, 2024 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 130 Keating Drive, Winchester, VA 22601 with Father Daniel Reuwer officiating. Burial will follow at St. Peter’s Catholic Church Cemetery, 12762 Lee Highway, Washington, VA 22747.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to:

Capuchin Franciscan Friars

220 37th street

Pittsburgh PA 15201

If you would like the donation to go to the Fr. Bill Wiethorn Scholarship Fund for the formation of Capuchin Friars, please specify so when sending.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Maddox Funeral Home Inc

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September 20, 2024

Therese Bowen wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Michelle and family. We are so very sorry for your loss. May you sense the constant loving arms of Jesus surround you! Therese Bowen and family, previously from St Francis de Sales , Kilmarnock, VA. Currently of Fairlane, VA”

Edward Wysocki wrote a sympathy message

“Father Daniel and Michael: I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the both of you and all of the Reuwer family. It is always hard to lose a family member like your father. I am sure that he will always be your hearts and memories. I hope the Dear Lord will help you find comfort and peace during this time of sorrow. I will keep your father, the both of you, and all of your family in my prayers. May God Bless, Edward "Eddie" Wysocki ASII”

September 18, 2024

Kathy Akridge wrote a sympathy message

“Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at the loss of your husband and Dad. I will remember you in my prayers and will ask the Holy Spirit to comfort, bless, and guide you as you go forward.”