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Kenneth Wanser Obituary
Kenneth H. Wanser of Yankee Lake, died Thursday, June 19, 2008 in Middletown, NY. He was 44.
The son of Gordon and Eleanor Smith Wanser, Ken was born February 29, 1964 in Yonkers, NY.
Ken loved nature and his best friends were his dogs, Maggie and Maximus.
In addition to his parents of Whitestown, IN, Ken is survived by his fiancee, Deborah Parks, at home; brothers, Barry and his wife, Laura of Zionsville, IN, and Gordon Wanser and his fiancee, Jennifer of Philadelphia, PA; Deborah's daughters, Meghan Sasfai of Poughkeepsie and Kristin Schefcick and her husband, Peter of Decatur, GA; nephews, Michael and Robert of Zionsville, IN; niece, Riley of Philadelphia, PA; several aunts, uncles and cousins, and his talented and faithful dogs, Maggie and Maximus.
Visitation hours are from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 24, at Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc., 130 Highland Ave., Middletown, NY.
A Funeral Service of Remembrance will be held at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Cremation will be private.
Because of their personal connection to the breast cancer cause, Ken's family has requested memorial contributions to be made to the American Breast Cancer Society, PO Box 805, Wurtsboro, NY 12790.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home; www.applebee-mcphillips.com or 845-343-6309.
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Memories and Condolences
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Nancy and James Stanfield
July 5, 2008
Dear Gordie, Eleanor, and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. We will always remember his friendliness, his smile, and his great sense of humor. Our sympathy goes out to all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Nancy, Kayo, and family
Heidi & Ted Capozzoli
June 24, 2008
Dear Deborah,
We are so very deeply sorry for your loss. Ken was a good man and brought much joy into many peoples lives.
We have many fond memories that will always be remembered.
God bless.
Ted & Heidi Capozzoli
June 24, 2008
To The Wanser Family :
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our deepest condolences.
Thermal Seal Insulators
June 23, 2008
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Gary Budd Family
June 22, 2008
Gordie,Eleanor and family,
Our family was so sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. May God Bless you all and bring your family comfort at this difficult time.
Jackie Budd and family
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