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1951
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2011
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Kenneth Carter Obituary
Ken was born in East Concord to Kenneth E. Carter and Lucia (Johnson) Carter May 31, 1951.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years Betsy; his daughter Becky and his son Jon; as well as his beloved granddaughters Abi and Lily. He is also survived by his sister Debbie (Carter) Lazott; his sister in law Nancy Kempe and her husband Toby; his brother in law Rick Greene and his wife Karen; his other sister in law Robbin Fitzgerald and her husband Jef; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ken was a lifelong resident of East Concord. He was a former Concord Firefighter, was head of maintenance at Gunstock Ski Area, eventually retiring as Maintenance Supervisor at Shaker Road School.
He was past President of the Concord Firefighters Union and a founding member of the Peckerville Men's Club.
Ken will be remembered as a kind and talented individual who will be greatly missed by family, and all that knew him.
A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, September 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at his home at 31 Appleton Street, Concord.
Memorial donations may be made to Robert S. Hicks Scholarship Fund, c/o Shaker Road School, 131 Shaker Road, Concord, NH 03301.
The Bennett Funeral Home of Concord is in charge of the arrangements.
Messages of condolence may be offered at www.bennettfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Carter
Ken Fortier
September 9, 2023
I often still think of Kenny when I reminisce about how lucky I was to grow and be around such special people. Though I live in NC now, I recently drove up Mountain Road in East Concord and somehow had an old memory of riding home on the school bus(!) and having a bully say he was going to beat we up when we got off. Kenny said, "Don't worry about it, I have your back." When we got off, the bully quickly found an excuse to leave. When Kenny was your friend, you were never alone. I also remember how great and warming it was to see him at the too-few times I got to in his later years. It's clear that the memories and his strong and kind spirit will always be with me.
The Sprague Family
September 21, 2011
Carter Family- We were shocked and saddened to hear about your loss. We have fond memories of a kind, generous man from high school, sporting events, the farm stand and Shaker Road. He will be missed. We hope that the memories that you shared will help you through this very difficult time. We are thinking of you.
Steve, Janet(Soden), Tim & Julie
Lynn LaBontee
September 20, 2011
Dear Carter Family,
I was a class mate of Ken's at CHS we graduated the same year. Ken then came to work at CFD. I was the Adm.Asst. to the Chief of the Department and worked with Ken many times when he was President of the union. He was a very kind, thoughtful and principaled President. I want you to know he will be forever in my memory as well as many other Fire Department employee's. We all used to buy corn and vegs from him as well. Fondly, Lynn Johnson LaBontee.
Wendy Guilbert-Neal
September 17, 2011
Dear Betsy, Becky and Jon,
Thinking of you and hoping the memories you hold will help ease the pain.
David & Betty Collins
September 17, 2011
Dear Betsy, Jon and Becky,
We are so sorry to hear about Kenny.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Love, Davy & NannyC
Tammy Wysocki
September 16, 2011
Betsy, Jon and Becky,
I am thinking of you!
Love, Tammy (Hoyt) Wysocki
Wes Cook
September 16, 2011
Betsy--My condolences to you and the kids. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wes Cook
The Bracys
September 16, 2011
Dear Betsy and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. We extend our deepest condolences in this time of need. You will all be in our prayers.
Leslie, Steve, Emerson and Avery
September 16, 2011
Sincere condolences to the family and all who knew Kenny. My sister Sharon and I remember him as kind and protective toward us. We were East Concordites for many years and always looked up to him. Our heartfelt prayers are with you all. Marsha Kinney Fortier and Sharon Kinney.
September 16, 2011
Besty, Jon, Becky and Deb:
We are so sorry for your loss. Heartfelt sympathies and prayers from us to you and your extended familiy.
~Mark, Christine, Stasia and Jason Bogacz
Nancy Nason
September 16, 2011
Betsy, Becky, and Jon,
I was so sorry to read of Kenny's death. Liz, you know you will ALWAYS hold a very special place in my heart. I am thinking of you all. Nancy
Allan Hall
September 15, 2011
Betsy, I offer you my condolences....I am sorry to hear of Ken's passing. He was a great friend & Firefighter in the Concord Fire Department during his time with us. Allan Hall ( retired chief)
September 15, 2011
Dear Betsy, Jon and Becky, you have all meant so much to our lives and more importantly to the lives of my children. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Judi Weisberg
Ken Fortier
September 15, 2011
Dear Betsy and family, and Dear Debbie,
I am so very sorry for your loss with Kenny's passing. Across many years and miles, this news knocked the breath out of me; I cannot fathom how difficult it is for all of you.
If we are very fortunate, we get to connect to a handful of very special people, whose warmth and pure good intention forever remain a permanent and wonderful part of what the world is for us. There is Kenny. My condolences are with you and his memory will always be celebrated in my thoughts.
Ken Fortier
Ken
Barbara Richards
September 15, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with all family members.
Barbara
September 15, 2011
"Betsy and family, My condolences to you and family. I am surprised and saddened to hear of Kens passing. He will be missed .
Bob Hicks
Shaddy Hills FL.
Ceil Wilson
September 15, 2011
Dear Betsy, Becky, and Jon ...
My thoughts and prayers are with you ..
Sending my Love, Ceil
September 15, 2011
Dear Betsy:
I am so sorry to hear about Kenny. He was a really good guy. My thoughts are with you and your family
Tom Wilson
September 15, 2011
Betsy,
I am so saddened to hear of Ken's passing. My heart goes out to you, Jon and Becky. I will always remember the fun we had as kids growing up. When the time came for me to select my bestman Deb said "It's gotta be Ken right? and I said "Who else". He will be missed.
Chuck and Deb Provencal
Lisa Violette
September 15, 2011
Betsy, Becky and Jon our thoughts and prayers go out to you at a very difficult time. Kenny was a wonderful smiling man. The Violette Family Paul, Lisa, Bailee and Mickey
September 15, 2011
Betsy and family, We are sorry for your loss. Ken hasn't had a very easy life, living in pain so many years. He can now rest in peace. Our hearts, prayers and thoughts are with you. Francis and Nancy Moody
Mark Riley
September 15, 2011
Betsy, Becky, and Jon,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss and our thoughts are with you and the rest of your family. Mark, Jen, Belle and Wilder Riley
Tracy Coen
September 15, 2011
Betsy,I'm so sorry for your loss! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandra L. Morrison
September 15, 2011
Betsy and Family: We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Kenney. We send our deepest sympathies to your whole family and will hold you in our thoughts and prayers. Morrison Family
Joe Walker
September 15, 2011
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Chris Fletcher
September 15, 2011
Crispin and I are so sorry to read about Ken. You are in our thoughts and let us know if we can help with anything. Chris and Crispin Fletcher
wareing family
September 15, 2011
Betsy - we are so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your whole family are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim, Celeste and Leah
September 15, 2011
Besty, Jon and Becky,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Robin, Kelsey and Tucker Martin
Andrew Hodgkins
September 15, 2011
Betsy, Jon and Becky,
Our heart goes out to you on the passing of a great and kind individual. Ken was so supportive of the youth programs in the Concord area. Concord has lost a wonderful and great fan.
The Hodgkins Family,
Andrew, Kathy and kids
September 15, 2011
Dearest Betsy,
We are so shocked and saddened to hear of Ken's passing. Although I didn't know him I know you and if he was as half as great as you are I know he was a wonderful person. Please know that we are thinking of you and pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. Betsy, what can I say; you are special and I care. Warm thoughts and
"Hugs" Jon & Jackie and especially "Little Jackie" Ruggles
sam mahoney
September 15, 2011
My condolences to the Carter family.Ken was a great guy!
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