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Kenneth Umstead Obituary

UMSTEAD, Kenneth A. Of Woburn, July 27, 2009. Cherished husband of Tricia (Lanni) Umstead, beloved father of Tracy M. and Trudy M. Umstead of Woburn, Kristen (Umstead) Prince of Gloucester and Kendra (Umstead) LaPreste of Newburyport. Son of the late Gertrude and Albert Umstead of Roebling, NJ. Brother of Larry and Donald of NJ and James of FL. Also survived by 2 grandchildren. Kenneth was a proud veteran of the USAF. Funeral Service at the Graham Funeral Home 3 Arlington Rd. (corn. of Pleasant St.), WOBURN, on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at 11 am. Visiting hours Monday, August 3, 2009 from 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 44 Binney St., Boston, MA 02115-6084 C/O Gastrointestinal MalignancyProgram. www.grahamfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 31 to Aug. 1, 2009.

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Elisabeth Nilberg

August 3, 2009

Dearest Kendra, my love, thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Mark Mooka

July 31, 2009

Ken was a great guy whom I will never forget. I went on my first service calls with him as a technician getting into the copier business. His confidence and personality was amazing and inspiring. He was always there when you needed a hand, or to provide guidance in stressful situations. To Ken's wife, children and family, We are truly sorry for your loss. Please know that Ken will be missed by all who had the pleasure of his company.
Sincerely,
Mark and Sharon Mooka

Lisa Juliano

July 31, 2009

Dear Umstead Family,
Mia shared with us your loss. Please know that we will be remembering you in our thoughts and prayers.I know your memories will bring you comfort.Be still...don't say a word and you will feel his warmth...he is always with you.
Take care,
The Juliano Family

Maureen Phillips

July 31, 2009

Dearest Tricia,
I am so very, very sorry for the loss of your Wonderful Husband, and Amazing Father of your children.

This is probably the most difficult journey you will have ever embark upon. And although it seems so frightening, and hopeless now, comfort will come. What will get you by, aside from the love and support of your children, family and friends, is the all the Love that you and Ken shared for all those years, it will be all that love that will carry you through the rest of your days here. The pain never goes away, but what happens is through time, we do become stronger so that we can endure it. I can honestly say with all my heart, I know what you are going through, and want you to know that even though we have never met, I am here for you! Your sweet Tracy, has my number, whenever you feel up to it, please do not hesitate to call me. God Bless!
Maureen Phillips
Love IS Stronger than Death <3

Loren Baccari

July 31, 2009

To the Umstead family,
my heart goes out to you and I am thinking of you. Mr. Umstead was a true inspiration and I will not forget his love for his family and his gentle spirit.
Sincerely,
Loren Baccari

Ken & his wife Tricia at their 20th wedding anniversary dinner.

July 31, 2009

Tracy Umstead

July 31, 2009

Ken was an amazing husband, and a great father to myself and his other three daughters. We love him dearly and will miss him.

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