Kenneth "Ken" Jerome Rucker, 60, made his transition into the next life on Friday, November 10, 2023, at Spartanburg Regional Memorial Hospital.  He was born August 13, 1963 in Hartwell, Georgia.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Daniels and brother, Cedric Daniels.

Ken was affectionately called 'Smiley" by his friends.  In fact, he always made friends, created smiles, and left great memories for many.  His presence will be missed, but, we know he is smiling and good hands.

He leaves to cherish fond memories: one child, Ebony Porter of Spartanburg, SC; and he leaves precious and loving memories with his sisters, Patricia Foster of Spartanburg, SC, Angela Rucker of Decatur, Georgia, and Teresa Daniels of Spartanburg, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins, and other relatives and friends.