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Eddie Armijo posted a condolence
We have had the wonderful opportunity to know Ken....mainly on his 4th of July (birthday) celebrations. His kindness toward us will never be forgotten. Nancy, Sherri and Ken Jr, Carmen and I are truly sadden. Our prayers are with you and your family.
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Cory Castelluccio posted a condolence
Blind mans bluff when uncle ken and aunt Nancy watched me and Lauren for the weekend would be the front memory in my mind just because of how recent it was. Next would be when we went out to sushi for new years eve and he got a little soy sauce on his black dog shirt which made the shirt look inappropriate. I couldn't and can't help from laughing at that anytime it comes to mind. Last memory would have to be every holiday and event that he attended and his jokes and gestures and happiness during all those fun times as a family. This is one of the top saddest things to ever happen during my life and I'll never forget all he did for me and I'll never stop having fun.
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Lauren Castelluccio posted a condolence
These past couple of days have been so incredibly hard. I'm thinking about all these times with my Uncle Ken. When I was younger, I was always goofing around. Sitting and watching grown-ups talk was my absolute least favorite thing to do. Luckily, Uncle Ken was always by my side, playing with me and goofing around. I always looked forward to the family holidays because I knew I would get to play and fool around with my Uncle Ken.
When I was in fourth grade, my teacher had my class write an essay. It was supposed to be on someone you really looked up to or admired. The kids in my class were writing about famous athletes like Michael Jordan or their favorite singers like Christina Aguilera. I decided to write my essay about Uncle Ken. The essay was supposed to be three paragraphs, and many kids in my class were struggling because three paragraphs was a lot for us to write. I remember going up to my teacher asking if I could write more than three paragraphs, because I had that many good things to say.
To think that Uncle Ken has passed away still blows my mind. I kept expecting him to show up at the viewing on Friday, but then, I kept remembering the viewing was his. To me, my Uncle Ken is not really gone. I walk around my house and see him everywhere. There's a little couch-like seat in the corner of my den. One day, probably around four years ago, Uncle Ken and I sat in that seat for hours just talking. We talked about so many things, not realizing how much time was passing. One thing that he taught me that day was to meditate. I still meditate all the time. On Tuesday night when I found out he passed away, I went down to the kitchen and cried with my mom. Then, she went down to the basement to tell my father. No one (until now), knows that I went into the den, sat in that seat, stopped crying, and meditated. I only meditated for about two minutes, but just two minutes of it helped me enough to pull myself together. Thinking about it now, it feels as if he was sitting there with me, telling me everything was fine.
I'm growing up now (faster than all of you want me to), but I'll live by the advice he always gave me everyday, for the rest of my life: to have fun no matter what I do and to make the best out of every situation. I know that's what Uncle Ken did.
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Gary Castelluccio posted a condolence
I have known Ken for more than 47 years. I was 10 years old when he started to date Nancy. He has been my brother-in-law, a best friend and a wise mentor. I could always count on Ken to be there for me in any situation. He was the best big brother I could ever have wished for.
When I think back on all of the things that we have done together and as a family,it amazes me how much we have shared. It has been a great ride for all for us which makes it hard to imagine life without Ken in the world.
There is a hole in my heart, but I look around our house and I see Ken everywhere. I see him at every party and birthday and Holiday celebration that we have ever had and in the many photos. I also see him in every project that he helped me with. Most of all, I see him in the great art that he created for us on the walls of our home.
He was a truly good person with a big heart. I will never forget some of his last words to Catherine and Lauren, "Have fun". I know that Ken had lots of fun and that comforts me. I loved Ken and I will miss him as long as I live.
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Charles T johnson posted a condolence
Dear Nancy ,Ken Jr, Sheri,Eleanor and family. Ken was the light of everyone's life from the day he was born. It was an honor to be his Godfather and Uncle.There will be a great void in all our lives as a result of his passing on to Heaven. May his soul rest in peace. Uncle Charles
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Charles Wood posted a condolence
Ken was a joy to be with. Our paths crossed during family events where he always had a smile that lit up the room. Cousin, you will be greatly missed.
My sincerest condolences to Ken's family and special thoughts and prayers for Aunt Eleanor.
Chas
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Sonia & Jack Crews posted a condolence
We pray that the love of God enfolds you during your time of grief.
We send you thoughts of comfort.
Sympathies,
Sonia & Jack Crews
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Stuart Zeh posted a condolence
I've know Ken for 23 years - and through that time I found him to be a genuine, caring man that always had a smile on his face. Ken's manner and sense of humor were infectious and often turned a challenging day (for me) into one that I could see my way through more clearly.
All my love to his family. Please know that Ken touched MANY people in such a positive and often unrevealed way.
He will be missed deeply...
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Dona Garofano posted a condolence
Always such a bright light when coming into Food For Thought. Every one of my staff and myself were so saddened to hear the news of your passing. We know that you are looking down on us all with your sweet smile and gentle voice free of pain and in God's loving hands. May your light shine on. You will always be dear to our hearts.
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Susan Wallace posted a condolence
I have many wonderful memories of Ken. Ken-painting the "bricks" on my kitchen wall and leaving 2 pieces of tape on the wall so when my daughters arrived home from school they could pull off the tape and feel like they helped. Ken-dressing as Santa for the adults...I mean the grandkids. Ken-the life of a party, as long as you didn't mind getting wet. Ken-always easy to talk to, great fun to be with. Kindness,laughter and warmth radiates from Ken, always.
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David & Lynn Greasley posted a condolence
You were a great neighbor and
and will be missed on election days.
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Pattie and Jay posted a condolence
We will always cherish the wonderful holidays spent with you and your family. You have brought joy to us with your Festive July 4th Birthday and of course Santa Claus visiting your home. We will miss you deeply. Jay hopes to go golfing with you in the next life.
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peggy darwin posted a condolence
Dear Nancy---our hearts are heavy for you and your family. You are in our thoughts. We will always remember Ken as the smiling, funny guy in the picture. All the best from Aunt Louise and Peggy.
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Judy Lopez posted a condolence
Nancy, Although I did not know your husband, I did know that my sister Cathy and her family loved him dearly and will miss him much. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
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Gina Nilio posted a condolence
Nancy, Ken and Sherry - our thoughts and prayers our with you during this difficult time. Ken will be missed by all who knew him. He was a great guy.
Love, Nick, Gina and Nicholas Nilio
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Gina Nilio posted a condolence
Nancy, Ken and Sherry - our thoughts and prayers our with you during this difficult time. Ken will be missed by all who knew him. He was a great guy.
Love, Nick, Gina and Nicholas Nilio
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Dorothy & Dominic Cataldo posted a condolence
Nancy, Ken & Sherri - Our deepest sympathies, you and your families are in our prayers.
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Suzy and Bob Piazza posted a condolence
Nancy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss....he will be missed.
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Louis Amendola posted a condolence
Ken was an extraordinary person and will be missed by many. Nancy, Eleanor, & Family you will be in my prayers.
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Tom Hughes posted a condolence
Dear Nancy,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ken. My sincere and heart felt condolences on your loss.
I always enjoyed my conversations with Ken and trading our bad back stories.
I will truly miss him.
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