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Vincent Ortolani
April 11, 2021
Think of you every day Kenny and the great friendship we had. You always made me laugh. Thank you for the great times we had
kelly cafiso
April 7, 2021
He really was such a wonderful Guy!! Everytime I think of him, I smile!!!!
Kenny 1985
Kelly Mcmanus / CAFISO
May 12, 2020
Great guy!!!
The Cosentino's
August 18, 2017
Dear Kenny,
Happy Birthday We kept you in our hearts all day. A new day has begun, but our memories of you will always be the same. We miss you, love you & pray for you now & always.
August 17, 2017
Dear Kenny,
Happy Birthday in heaven. Today you would have been 51 yrs. old. I hope you are so very happy in heaven and totally at peace. You are on my mind all the time and I can't believe its nine years since you left us. Your children are wonderful and I hope you can see how they have grown and see all their successes in life. Little Kenny looks just like you when you were young, it's amazing. They are all really good kids. Scott has been so good to little Kenny, he even coached his baseball team. He has stepped in and loves the kids so much. I love you and miss you and someday we will meet again. That will be a joyous day. Please continue to watch over us and share in our joys and sorrows. Love, Mom
Steve Pianese
August 16, 2017
Kenny, I think of you each and every time I am in NY visiting my Family and I pass your home. I am so sorry you left us so young. God Bless You Friend
Steve Pianese
Mary n John McGarry
December 29, 2013
Heavenly Christmas and angel filled New Year. May God watch over you and his angels wrap you in their wings to keep you warm. You are missed, bless you and keep you.
December 28, 2013
Dearest Ken,
Merry Christmas in heaven. Wish you were here with us....we all miss you so much. I can still see you and Scott joking around together, making us all laugh. You guys were a team. I hope you can see Emily, Becky and Kenny and the way they are growing up. You would be very proud of them. Thank you for all the good memories that fill my heart every day. I miss you, I love you and I wish you peace until we meet again.
Love, Mom
Emily Ditzel
December 4, 2012
Hi Daddy, i was just thinking about you like i do every. If I could ask for one thing with Christmas coming up , it would be to have you back in our lives. I love you so much and could not not have asked for a more an amazing father. I miss you more than you would ever know.
Love,
Emily, daddy' s little girl forever <3
Kelly McManus
August 19, 2012
Happy birthday Kenny!!
August 17, 2012
Happy Birthday Ken!! I miss you.
Love,
Sue
Mary,John McGarry
April 10, 2012
Kenny, You are missed, I saw the family in mom's yard Easter and I know you were there watching t he children play and smiling over them. Mary "n" John McGarry
April 9, 2012
Dear Kenny,
This week is your 4yr. Anniversary and I can't believe that much time has passed. You are still constantly on my mind and will always reside in my heart. We all love you and mention your name every time we're together. Your presence is all around us, in our homes, in Massapequa Park, in our gardens, in Brady Park, on the water, in your children and especially in our minds and hearts. You are greatly missed, especially your big beautiful smile and your wonderful sense of humor.
Thanks for coming to me in my dreams. You were physically present in two locations and we were able to hug and touch. I could even hear your voice. Scott and Greg were there as well and it was very comforting. You stayed with us for a long time and I almost thought you had come back. If only you had.
Please watch over us, especially your children, and guide them to make wise decisions and love each other just as you loved all of us. May God bless you and watch over your spirit. Be at peace until we meet again.
All my love, Mom
Uncle Ken, Kenny and Peter
July 25, 2011
Karen Ditzel
April 11, 2011
Can't believe how quickly 3 years have passed. I miss you more than ever and wish you were still here with us. You're always on my mind and there's not a day that goes by that your not spoken of. Love you,
Karen xoxoxo
April 8, 2011
Dearest Ken,
Your three year anniversary in Heaven is just a few days away. Sometimes it feels like these 3 years went by so fast and at other times it seems like an eternity. There are days when I can still see you coming up the front lawn and entering my kitchen with your big beautiful smile and loving heart. We are all going to Brady Park again to celebrate your life...one of your favorite places to relax. I wish you could be there with us, but, then again, I know you'll be there in spirit. I thank you for all the signs you've sent and I loved the dream where you came and hugged me. I could still feel it when I woke up and I truly believe this was a special visit from you. I hope you can see how beautiful your children are and how close we are as a family. Scott, Kristin and Karen make sure that the kids see each other a lot. They are just great. The girls are beautiful and you would be so proud of them. We're all trying to be caring, loving and humble, following your example. I miss you so much but I know you are at peace and you will always be a part of me. Help me to remember the good times...all the laughter and the fun we had. Please watch over us until we meet again. We all love you and miss you very much.
Much love, Mom
kelly mcmanus
February 13, 2011
Hey Kenny, just thinking about ya! :)
Mary n John McGarry
December 27, 2010
God bless you we all miss your smileing face. Merry Christmas in Heaven
Mary
December 25, 2010
Dear Kenny,
Merry Christmas in Heaven. Always in our prayers.
Laura Ditzel
August 18, 2010
Happy Birthday. Thought it would be nice for your kids to be together for it. Emily, Becky an I met Karen, little Kenny and your mom at Tobay beach. Emily couldn't stop staring at Kenny....she said she kept thinking....how much she loves him....how much their features are alike and how she will always stay close to him. Becky made sand castles with him and I showed him my famous sand pine trees.
Little Kenny found something on the beach and showed me. I told him it was a skate egg. He seemed really interested. I asked him if he could guess who told me that. He just looked puzzled. I told him it was you.
There was a moment at the beach the girls and Kenny, (Kenny in the middle), were at the shore line, hand in hand, just looking silently out at the ocean. Hopefully you could feel their love.
Later in the day, Emily and I were teaching Kenny how to make hemp bracelets. No matter how we told him to make the ties, he always made a fishing knot! Wonder who taught him that!
You can be proud of your beautiful kids. We are all doing our best to give them love, nurturing and guidence.
Thanks for continuing to give us those signs you are watching over us and letting us know you are right next to us exactly when we need you!
Love- Laura
August 17, 2010
Happy Birthday Ken. You will be forever on my mind and in my heart. Please take care of us all. We love you and miss you so much.
Mary
May 8, 2010
Dear Kenny,
Today I received a call from my son telling me of another young person dying in an auto accident. His sister-in-law, Satu, 38 years old and three more children are without a mother. Kenny, will you look for her and give her some conforting words? You were always so good at saying just the right thing. I would appreciate it. I miss you and have your picture album always ready to show to anyone who didn't know you. They always comment on your beautiful smile. You will never be forgotten.
Mrs. Abba
Kathy Mondello
March 31, 2010
Dear Kenny - I only knew you as a young boy growing up in Massapequa Park. I'm thankful that my son, John, maintained contact with you. We both hope you are resting peacefully. Can't believe it will be 2 years since your passing. You left behind a beautiful legacy.
Nicole Pitta
January 19, 2010
Uncle Ken,
I have been thinking about you lately and I miss having you around, we all do. You were always treated me like I was one of yours. You will have a special place in my heart as my uncle and I will always remember and forget the impact you had on my life, you always knew how to have a good time. It's been a while since you have been gone but there's not a time when I pass a boat and don't think of you. I love you lots and will never forget you.
Love you Uncle Ken,
Nicole
December 9, 2009
December 9.2009
Hi Kenny
Another Christmas is coming and you will not be here with us.I know that deep in my heart that you are laughing and enjoying watching us from heaven .. We all miss you so much even Faith talks about you andthe times you met in the stores ..she misses that too. No matter were we go or who we see we also talk about you and say what a wonderful and loving guy you are.. well my son remember that you are loved always and forever
love you Dad
November 26, 2009
Dearest Ken,
Another Thanksgiving rolls around and then it will be Christmas...another year without you. It gets MORE difficult as time passes but I thank God I had you for 41 yrs. I miss you so much and so does the whole family. We always talk about you when we get together and remember the kind, loving, caring and funny person you were. We really miss all the laughter you provided with your great sense of humor and your funny pranks. I know your spirit is around us all the time and I thank you for the recent signs you sent. You will always be in my heart and I will try to emulate the caring, unselfish and loving way you lived your life. I hope you can see how your children have grown and what they have done in the last 19 months...you should be very proud of them. Scott, Kristin and Karen are really doing a great job in keeping all the kids close to each other.
I know you are at peace now and I will continue to hold you in my heart. When we meet again, I want you to make me laugh the way you used to here on earth. Please watch over us...until I see that beautiful smile again.
Love, Mom
Dolly Muhlbauer
October 22, 2009
Kenny, we miss you so much-your smile, your hello's, your hugs, sharing a beer and laugh. We think about you every day and say a prayer that you will watch over your family. You remain forever in our hearts. Love you,
Dolly and Jimmy
October 10, 2009
Kenny there are no words that i can say to tell you how much you are missed.. We always talk about you and I tell all the ladies that you are so handsome(like your father) . you are in my prays and in my heart.. and i kn iow someday we will meet agin and laugh and talk .. love you kenny ida
October 8, 2009
Hi Kenny
Well it has ben a while since i have talked to you. I really miss our talks and god knows how much I miss you . Ida also says that she misses you so much. But you are at piece and god is taking good care of you kenny you will alwaysbe in our hearts and our prays . and some we will meet each other and we will have our long talks again .. love you Dad
End of a Perfect Day....thank you!
July 28, 2009
Ken.........we wish we could of helped you some way. We miss you and remember the good person you were, the kind things you did and the love you shared. We hope to live the loving way you always did. Your spirit is very much alive in our hearts and we will make sure the ones you loved deepest remember what a beautiful person you were. You will always remain close to us. Thank you for the everlasting memories of love, family and friendship. You are truly irreplaceable. We will never stop missing you. God bless you and keep your spirit safe always.
All our love,
Scott & Kristin
Kathy Mondello
June 8, 2009
Driving back to Massapequa Park yesterday brought back happy and sad memories. I remember visiting the Ditzel family and seeing both Kenny and Scott there. I met with Laura Ditzel and her 2 daughters and immediately saw the resemblance of Becky to Kenny. Such a tragedy - both my son John and myself wish the Ditzel families comfort and peace.
Mike Fagan
April 12, 2009
Wish you were still here, We all miss ya man..
Maureen Cosentino
April 11, 2009
Dear Ken (Our brother-in-law, uncle, Godfather & friend),
Today marks 1 year since you became an Angel in Heaven. We celebrate this Holy week with you in our hearts & prayers. Thank you for the beautiful smiles, gentle words and wonderful memories. We will treasure these gifts and will remember them forever. We will continue to pray for you and the entire Ditzel family. We miss you terribly.
Love,
Frank, Maureen, John, Ariana, Ava & Mia
Karen Ditzel
April 11, 2009
Dear Ken,
I can't believe a year has gone by without you in our lives. I think I've finally come to the realization that you're not coming home. It still breaks my heart remembering the pain you suffered, never realizing the outcome was going to be what it was. I miss you and love you very much and I'm so blessed to have shared the many years I had with you. I thank God every day for little Kenny. We talk about you all the time and it amazes me how much he remembers. I still have all the cards and little notes you've written me over the years and someday, I will let Kenny read them so he will know how wonderful of a person you were. I will always hold a special place in my heart for you only, Ken. I know you're at peace now and no longer suffering and that helps me to get through this hell. Please watch over us, buddy.
Love you so much!
Karen XOXO
Greg Melia
April 10, 2009
Of course we've been thinking of you all week. Was fishing with Richard today and made me think of you all the more. We miss you buddy.
Love Greg, Nora and Richard
April 6, 2009
April 6, 2009
April 6, 2009
Elaine Ditzel
April 1, 2009
March 27, 2009
Cathy McGarry
December 28, 2008
You may be gone but not forgotten. I hope you have found peace, you deserve peace. You have made a positive impact on everyones lives that you touched. I hope the whole family are finding a way to get through the holidays. You are all on my mind
John Mondello
December 24, 2008
Kenny, this is the third time that I am attempting to tell you what you meant to me, even though we had lost contact due to my incarceration (1993 to Present).
All I can think of is that I love and miss you. You were the one person that I wanted to see once I came home. From when we met in Mr. Sedaka's class to my last trip to New York in 1991, you were always the best friend that a man could have asked for.
You will always hold a special place in my heart.
With Love and Respect,
John A. Mondello #05685-000
P.O. Box 1000
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Kathy Mondello
December 17, 2008
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss of Kenny. My son, John, was a good friend of Kenny's and was hoping to see him when he returns to New York. Again, so very sorry for your loss.
Mom
December 3, 2008
HI Kenny,
It's Mom, just wanting you to know how much I miss you. Its almost 8 months and we still feel as if you could just walk in the door. I am sure that you know how much we loved and love you still and we think about you every day. Thank you for the signs you send that bring me some comfort. You are in my heart every day. Love, Mom
Mrs. "Abba"
October 12, 2008
Dear Kenny,
It has been 6 months since you died and I want you to know that you are in my thoughts. Your sweet smile will forever be part of your legacy..Those of us who knew and loved you will always remember your smile.
Mary and John McGarry
August 22, 2008
Happy Birthday in heaven, we all miss you. God bless
Mike Fagan
August 18, 2008
Happy Birthday Kenny,
I wish I could tell you that in person. We all miss you. I hope you enjoy your first birthday in heaven.
Nicholas Squicciarini
August 17, 2008
Today, would have been Kenny's 42nd birthday. It just doesn't seem that long ago that he and I were children attending Hawthorne Elementary School. But, the years went bye. As adults we found ourselves owning homes across the street from each other and we would talk and laugh about our common past. He is dearly missed.
July 29, 2008
Proud father
July 28, 2008
You'll always be in our hearts
July 28, 2008
Daddy and Mimi
July 28, 2008
We miss you daddy
July 28, 2008
Ken's Surprise 40th
July 28, 2008
John Thoresz
June 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. J the other day was thinking of some times we shared and the many laughs we had. God Bless.
With Love John and Jackie Thoresz
Thomas Sharkey
May 22, 2008
Heard the new a few weeks ago. God Bless Kenny and his family.
May 14, 2008
James Stoneburner
May 13, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Greg Melia
May 9, 2008
Ken,
You were such a great friend and cousin that it represented true brotherhood for me. It’s hard to capture how much you and our shared experiences mean to me. While the loss and shock I feel undoubtedly pales in comparison to those in our family at the daily center of your life, I need to say these words to you.
As everyone knew, you were a good, caring person who loved your kids, family and friends, totally and unconditionally. You were a great Dad, Son, husband, grandson and brother and were a true friend to so many people. You were a prankster, but you truly have a gentle soul and your friendly, open nature meant people nearly knew you just by meeting you. Everyone that came to see you and say this sad goodbye proved all of these things.
Being born a month apart in our small, close family made you my first friend in this world. My earliest memories include you. I have a great sister and best friend for life in Andrea, and you and Scott are more than cousins, you have been my brothers in every way that counts. Our times together spanning Bayside, Long Beach, Williston Park, Valatia, Massapequa, Southampton, holidays at grandmas and grandpas, Giants games at my place in Islip, Great South Bay, and our time at the Carolina Coast are all shared experiences that I’ve happily thought about and recounted throughout my life. These memories are truly happy and important things.
A thread through all of this was fishing. Thanks to Karen and Scott, I have that surf rod of yours that I used those times we fished the surf together at Tobay, Southampton and Montauk, years ago. It shows all of the good use you put it to and I’m going to have it restored. I’ll think of you often for the rest of my life, but when I fish the surf, you will be with me.
As Dads, being able to brag about our kids made life even better. Your love and devotion to Emily, Becky and Little Ken was clear every time we talked, even during your times of pain. I clearly remember the joy and pride in your voice talking about your first fishing experiences with them, particularly with Emily, and how great her school grades always were. You equally expressed your pride and love of Becky’s creativity, giant smile, and athletic abilities. Little Kenny’s fireball determination, toughness and athletic promise made you as proud and confident in his future as it made you tired. Your love for Karen, your mom and Scott was equally evident whenever we talked or were together.
When talking to you on the phone, there were certain signs beyond your words that would always tell me that you were truly yourself; the happy, unburdened Ken. One of these signs was bread. Often, you would chew on a giant piece of bread at some point during our conversation. It would be to the point that I couldn’t understand you. You would do it, because you were yourself and you didn’t feel inhibited at enjoying the things that made you happy. You would say you liked bread even better than dessert or you would say something like, “You know, there’s nothing like a good piece of bread” and it made me laugh, because even though I could barely understand you, you would say it with such conviction. Between the person you were and your obvious love of bread and fishing, I’m sure you are at the head of the line up there. In fact, you’re probably backing it up, jawing with St Pete, a fellow fisherman, piquing his interest about the latest Rapala lure, or why a chum bucket of clam bellies on an outgoing tide is the only way to get a good Bass bite in the state channel.
I believed that we would become old men together, still fishing when we could get together, bragging not only of our kids, but our grandkids. This was just a given. It’s just over a month now since we last talked and I think things are transitioning from each of us having to convince ourselves that this is real to living with the reality that you are gone for now, but I know we will all see you again.
I also wanted to tell you that Scott eulogized and captured you to perfection. I don’t know where he found the strength, but I’m grateful that our family has the remarkable community of Massapequa, the biggest small town in America, to surround them.
It’s time to say goodbye to you for now, but we will remember you as the person that meant all these things to all these people. We will remember the guy in those pictures. We will remember the guy that a thousand good people came to say goodbye to. We will all make sure that your namesake knows these things, and in the various ways that we can, we will all take care of him, the girls and their Moms and we will also take care of each other.
We were all lucky to have you in our lives and we all miss you.
Save a spot on the beach for us, we’ll fish again someday.
Love you cousin, brother and friend.
Greg
Mary&John McGarry
May 6, 2008
It's hard to know what to say except you will be missed. Our whole family was devistated when we got the news. We'll miss your humor, your compassion, your friendly nature, we will watch for signs of a new angel under Gods care. BE AT PEACE
Frances Robinson (Carr)
May 5, 2008
To Karen and the entire Ditzel family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my prayers.
May 4, 2008
Laura Coniglario (Jolly)
April 28, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Kenny. When I heard about his passing, I could picture his face instantly. Although I haven't seen him since the first high school reunion, I always remember seeing him with a smile. May your memories bring you comfort and peace and may you recognize every small gift he sends you from above.
Nicole Pitta
April 25, 2008
Uncle Ken,
You treated me like your own whenever I was around. Taking me on the boat and jumping the waves with Becky, Emily, and Kenny. You taught me how to ride a bike and that I will use for the rest of my life. You had taught me many other things that I will also use for the rest of my life, life lessons. The funniest thing that I remember was that you would always have extra food for me when I would come over. I remember one time when you made Ellio's Pizza for me and Becky you made like three extra slices just for me and I ended up eating like 7 of them. I am going to miss you terribly and I guess I will see you up in Heaven when I pass away. Anyway, you will always be in my thoughts and I hope ( I know) that you are in a better place.
Love You Uncle Kenny
Nicole
April 25, 2008
Even though I wasn't blood related to Kenny he was still my Uncle. When ever I was with him he always treated me like one of his own. I would always hang out with Becky and he would take us on the boat in the summer jumping waves. When I went over the house he would always have extra food for me because he knew I liked to eat alot. Uncle Kenny was the best and I loved him very much and hope he is in a happy place and is away from all of his stress. I hope to see him up in heaven. I love you, Uncle Ken.
Diane Ricci (Del Orfano)
April 22, 2008
Kenny, how truly loved you are... you were always a bright spot in my teenage years, I only wish you knew how many lives you touched. Your smile will live on in all of our lives. May God continue to watch over your beautiful family and may they find peace and comfort through their very special memories of you.
Sharon DeFonte (Reilly)
April 21, 2008
God Bless the friends and family of Kenny. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Rich Anderson
April 21, 2008
I was lucky enough to know Kenny for about 25 years.
Although I did not get to see or speak with him that much over the last few years, there was hardly a day that passed by when I did not think of him and the great times we had fishing, playing golf or just hanging out with friends.
Kenny was a great friend and a good man who left us much too early. I will miss him and continue to think about him and to keep his wonderful family in my prayers.
Barbara Haughey (Nolan)
April 20, 2008
I new Kenny since Hawthorn and haven't seen or spoken to him since High School. Life has a way of doing that. I wanted to take a moment to offer my sincerest sympathy to his family. I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful man. He was the light of so many lives, especially his children in whom his spirit will live on. God Bless you all and I pray Kenny rests in peace.
Alysa (Adcock) Ketcham
April 19, 2008
I remember Kenny as such a sweet guy and I was so saddened to hear about his passing. He took me to my first high school dance at Berner in 1983 and I'll never forget how much fun we had. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and I hope that your memories of him and your times together will bring you comfort.
Mary Abbatiello
April 19, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Kery and Laurel Kilgannon
April 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the beautiful Ditzel family. May you all cherish the memories of Kenny. He was a wonderful person. May he rest in peace.
Michelle (Tassielli) Rein & Family
April 18, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
dan guerra
April 18, 2008
To the Ditzel Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Dan Guerra
Trish G
April 18, 2008
My family are your neighbors, and I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Never met you, but I feel your pain, have been thinking of you, and I wish all much comfort and peace during this trying time. Take care of each other and hold on to the fact that he will live always inside your hearts. I am so sorry.
Kelley Freeman (Smith)
April 17, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lori Ward
April 17, 2008
Elaine & Family,
My heart goes out to you all. I am so sorry for your loss. I can only pray you find the strength to get through this.
Becky Ditzel
April 17, 2008
Dear Daddy,
No one asked for this to happen.
All that matters now is that you are
at rest, in peace and in a place
much nicer than earth, heaven. You
had the best years with me as I got
the best out of you. You taught me
to fish, ride my bike, tie a fishing
knot (Although I don't remember)
and play soccer. I don't remember a
few things, but theres no dout that
anyone will forget you. I am not just
saying this because you are my
Daddy, but you are the best guy
that anyone could know. You made
everyone happy even if you didn't
know them at all and they were just
shopping at the supermarket. I know
that you are listening right now, and
I want you to know that theres not
one reason why anyone would want
to forget you. Everyone loved you
as you loved them. Wow, theres so
much to say about you. The
Wedsnesday before you passed
away, you were just standing in our
kitchen talking to Emily and I, now
you are gone. That was the last
time I talked to you, gave you a hug
and said that I loved you in person.
I may say it or give a hug to you in
my thoughts, but never again can I
do it in person. I will miss you more
than you will ever know and if you
had known this, the disease would
not have drowned you. I love you
soooooooooooooooooooooooooo
much and I know that you loved me
the same. Really, there is no
description to describe how much I
love you. Some people may say
they "Loved" you, but I say I
still "Love" you. Yes, I cannot tell
you right now, but I can pray to god
and talk to you if I'd like. I will miss
being with you on the boat and
having a catch with you in the front
yard. I know that your buddy is with
you though, you're not lonely.
Hershey will always be the one to
make you happy, and I am sure I
make you happy too. Well, I think
that is all thats on my mind right
now about you and I because when
I start to think about it the tears
start to fall. "I love you", are my
final words, but I will talk to you
more in my prayers.
Laura Ditzel
April 17, 2008
To all Kennys friends since childhood,
It was overwhelmingly comforting to see you all again and express how great Kenny was. The memories we talked about the last couple of days really made me laugh and cry.
To Scott,
What a wonderful speech. My friends thought you were Kennys twin. I said you might as well had been because of the extreme closeness between you.
To Karen, Elaine, Kristen,
What great,caring, strong ladies he had by his side. I include myself in this category. I know we all just wanted him to be happy and enjoy life like he used to. He definitley enjoyed life like no one could match. The love for all his children and nephews could never be beat.
To Emily and Becky,
The closeness and bond we have will help us get through this time. We can't get back the yesterdays but we can remember and I know Daddy would want us to be happy and for you guys to reach for your dreams. I am here to help you, love you, guide you and hold you through your lifes journeys.
To Little Kenny,
You have a great mommy and family. I have faith you will grow up in a loving nurturing environment.
Emily and Becky vow to be there for you. Emily said that Daddy gave her the tools to help bring you up to feel loved just as much as she was.
Emily will teach you to cook and get straight A's , Becky will teach you to sing, tumble and be famous. We will leave the fishing, golfing and sports to Uncle Scott, Andrew, Matty and Peter. I know every fish you catch and every birdie you make will be for Daddy. Your mommy will keep Daddys memory alive through pictures so you will never forget the great guy he was.
To the school district and faculty,
Thank you for your warmth and for coming to the wake. It reminds me why I stayed here to raise my family. Massapequa Park is like no other community I know. I grew up here and I am proud to bring up my family here. I know my girls will be watched over by their extended school family.
Finally, to Ken,
You always joked about being mayor, believe me, the last few days you were. I have never seen so many people at a wake or a prosession that had police stop traffic. You went up to heaven in style. You are so loved!!!! The legend will live in your children.!!!
Our camping, fishing and Vermont memories will always be alive in me.
The 14 great, loving years we had together was better than if it was 40 years of unhappiness. It is not the amount of time but the quality of the time you have. We filled those years with great memories, accomplishments and meaning. We spent part of your "dash" with so much!!!!! I am sure the years you had with Karen were also awesome, cause you did not know anything else but perfection . Ken, I promise to do the best job I can with the girls. You always used to compliment me on the job I am already doing; so you can rest in peace knowing your girls will be O.K. More than O.K.; they will go beyond the stars!!! Your angels will never forget you and either will I.
Emily Ditzel
April 17, 2008
Daddy, i love ou so much and I miss you already, I try to keep telling myself that you are at peace and are not in pain anymore, but that does noto change the fact that you are not here anymore. If you coul dhave seen all of the poeple that were there for you, you would have been thrilled. Everyone loves you so much, and you are the best man out there. You always looked out for everyone else, especially me. I always loved to tell you what I got on my tests, go fishing wiht you, go on the boat, cook, or even take a walk, just like we did on Tuesday. You will forever be in my heart.
with everlasting love,
Your first daughter and buddy,
Emily Nicole
Kimberly Dresch
April 16, 2008
To everyone who has suffered this loss. We give our thoughts and prayers for comfort at this time.
Your friends Kim and Skip Dresch
JACK BERGAN
April 15, 2008
My prayers are with with kennys family, he will be missed, he got me my first real job and taught me how to drive a stick-shift, and bass fish he was a great friend and neighbor
Michael & Vanessa Loftus
April 15, 2008
We were so saddened by the news of Kenny's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Ditzel family during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy,
Kristine Sullivan
April 15, 2008
Karen,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Donna Lutz (Garden City OB/GYN)
April 15, 2008
To the entire Ditzel/Driscoll family my thoughts and prayers are with you all though this trying time .
Lisa Egle (Brown)
April 15, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. You're family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Kelly Santosus
April 15, 2008
Elaine and Family:
I was very upset to hear of your loss. While there is nothing I can say that will ease your loss, I wanted you to know that I am grieving and thinking of you all. May the love of family and friends comfort you.
Jeannie McManus-Shipman
April 15, 2008
To the entire Ditzel family - I am so sorry for your loss, Kenny turned into a great man and always had a beautiful smile. He will always be remebered. May God Bless Him!
Jennifer Duffy
April 14, 2008
Karen and Family, You are in our prayers. Please know that so many neighbors and friends are praying for you.
LuAnne Brady (Contello)
April 14, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Ditzel family during this time of sorrow. God Bless you all.
Coleen Koop (McAuliffe)
April 14, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Nicholas & Anne Marie Zicari
April 14, 2008
We wish to express our deepest sympathy to the entire Ditzel family on the loss of your beloved Kenny. His passing so young with life's roles of son, grandson, brother, husband, father, uncle and friend will leave a tremendous void in many lives. His smile and personality. . .an indelible impression in hearts and minds.
May God bless and grant you peace.
Theresa Polly
April 14, 2008
I will always be here for you Emily, and for your entire family. No matter what you will always be my best friend and i love you so much. Kenny was an amazing man; an amazing father and husband. Just i was with you for this shocking weekend, i will be here for all of the days ahead of us. This is not going to be easy, but it does not have to be alone; ever. Any time, anywhere, i will be there for all of you. We can remember all the good and try to get past all of the bad. Remember, life is not easy and it never will be, but it never ever has to be faced alone. I love you.
With all of my love,
Theresa
Meg Kenendy
April 14, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers go out to all of you.
PATTI ANN WESTBAY (ABBATIELLO)
April 14, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bette & Joe Meyer
April 14, 2008
Our love and constant prayers go out to the Ditzel families. We know how difficult this time is for all of you. We are friends of Kenny's Dad in Florida.
Jayne Palmaccio
April 14, 2008
I am so saddened by your loss. Those loving memories you all had together will forever remain alive in your hearts and minds. May you be able to find peace within, and know that you and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of all that have come to know the Ditzel family.
My deepest love,
George Katsoulakis
April 14, 2008
Kenny,
We met in high school, introduced me to great guys like Vinny, Rich, Billy, Nick and the list goes on and on. You will always be remembered as a sweet, big hearted, great father, great husband,great son and most of all a great friend to many. Family obligations made 'hanging' out a little difficult, but when ever we spoke we would pick up right where we left off. You will be missed but never be forgotten.
R.I.P my friend.
Sue Lee (Alberda)
April 14, 2008
Words connot express the pain and sorrow I feel of the loss of this beautiful human being. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. May his children always know that their Dad was a great man who would be there in a second to help if anyone needed him. I am sure they will all grow to be amazing individuals just like their Dad. I will always remember his love of fishing and nature, but especially his beautiful spirit. I have loved running into him over the years and catching up. Speaking to him was like no time had passed at all. Seeing him always reminded me of the many wonderful memories I have of Kenny. May the memories you have keep Kenny alive in your hearts. He was my first love and has always held a special place in my heart and always will.
With love and prayers to you all,
Iris Williams
April 14, 2008
My deepest condolences to the entire Ditzel family.
Kenny was a handsome, intelligent man who always had a big smile and a kind word.
My thoughts, heart and prayers are with all of you. May God bless!
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