KENNETH E. THOMPSON
1945 - 2018
KENNETH E. THOMPSON
1945 - 2018
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Susan Jenness
March 28, 2020
Remembering the spirit and remembering the man Kenneth Thompson as we come up on the anniversary of his passing. In May of 2018, Ken received a post humous Historic Preservation Award for his legacy of protecting the architectural and historical heritage of Watertown where he was the Building Commissioner for 12 years. The celebration of Ken's award was also reported in the Annual Report that year too. His legacy lives on to this day, and I took some time to honor his spirit when this reminder came through this morning.
Joanne (Swamet) Thompson-Nastri
June 8, 2018
Daddy, this still seems so unreal to me. I like to visit this page often as I can tell how special you were to so many. I miss our talks more than you would ever know. However, you continue to "do your job" as my Dad. To everyone that has reached out, left a message.....thanks!
Lisa Bontempi
May 25, 2018
To Ken's family - I was a Watertown resident until 2014 and was very sad to hear the sad news of his passing. Ken helped me with different permits for construction on my condo and always offered his opinion with a smile and joke. If it was not for his help and guidance, I would not have been able to finally sell my condo. I will never forget his willingness to help me.
May he rest in peace.
Mike Mallett
May 16, 2018
I am so sad to hear of your passing Ken. We became very close friends over the past several years and I will forever cherish that. You were a man of incredible integrity, kindness, humor, charisma and just a great person in general. You were always proud of your country, your heritage and most of all your family and lovely wife, Linda who you always spoke about like she was your soul mate and love of your life. I will truly miss you Ken and will NEVER forget our friendship. Buy American, I'll always remember you whenever I purchase ANYTHING!
I will miss you my friend,
Rest in Peace
Mike
To Kens family, he always spoke VERY highly of all of you including his grandchildren. I always enjoyed our lunches together and when he gave me a hard time inspecting my projects. We joked and respected each other in a way that is not common in our industry. You were very lucky to have shared his life and I am deeply sorry and sad for your loss.
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Robert Trafton
April 23, 2018
Linda, Matt, and Joanne,
We just heard that Ken recently passed away. We are so sorry for all of you. He was a wonderful man. We send our condolences to all of you at this very sad time. Always remember the good times and let them give you comfort as the days go by.
Love and Hugs,
Bob and Sheila
Sandra Maida
April 23, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to your family. It will be hard and will never be the same for your family with him gone, but he would want you to all carry on and enjoy your family time at Country Pond that he obviously loved so much.
Christie Chapman
April 9, 2018
You will be missed but never forgotten!! Xoxo My prayers and love are with your family! May you Rest In Peace Kenny!
Matt Thompson
April 8, 2018
DAD, There are no words to express how proud I am to be your son. Ive spent my whole life trying to be even half the man you you've been. I hope I've made you proud. I will forever miss you to depths I can't even explain. I will forever cherish the time we spent, and the lessons that were taught, and the laughs we have shared. As I've gotten older, I've realized that I,am you in almost every sense of the word. You will live in my heart forever where I will hold you close until we meet again in heaven. I can't begin to thank you for all love done. you are my hero. I LOVE YOU DAD.
Forever your loving son.....
April 7, 2018
Linda and Family...Words can't wipe away your tears, hugs won't ease your pain. But hold on to your memories forever he'll remain. Wishing you strength for today and hope for tomorrow. Jay and Sharon McSweeney
Anne-Marie Gagnon & Staff
April 6, 2018
On behalf of all of us at the Watertown Council on Aging, we extend our sincere condolences. We worked with Ken on a few cases recently and we will miss his generous spirit and hearty laugh.
Ray Caruso
April 6, 2018
Linda and Family : I am very sad to hear of my old friends passing! I've known Ken from our basketball days at Arlington High School, Wenteworth Insitute, and later we were both Seabees! Of late, Ken was a sincere friend in my building efforts in Watertown! Our lunches together will be missed! He was a true professional and upbeat individual who I will miss! My sincere condolences to you Linda and your family! Ray Caruso - 4/6/18
Charlie Forster
April 6, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. As in life, as much as we are saddened, Ken would want us to celebrate his life, and to laugh and joke,as we remember him, what started as a business relationship turned into a long friendship with ken and members of his family, he will be greatly missed
Bill and Diana Joyce
April 5, 2018
Sorry to hear of your loss. We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Ken's family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Tortolini
April 4, 2018
My deepest sympathy for your loss, Ken was a great man ...I enjoyed working with him at Salem Hospital, he made everyone's job easier by always being able to make us laugh ..
RIP Ken
April 4, 2018
Matt and Family--Caroline, Vanessa, and I am so very saddened by the loss of your father. We will always remember the kind way in which you described your father, and your respect and love for him is so touching.
We are keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Pamela, Caroline, and Vanessa Cunha
Daddy, I miss you so much. This is the most painful, devastating loss to all of us. What I'd do for you to send me a road report and an angel halo on the way to work. Thank you for your signs from heaven. They are getting to me and I can feel you all
Joanne Thompson-Nastri
April 4, 2018
Daddy, I miss you so much. This is the most painful, devastating loss to all of us. What I'd do for you to send me a road report and an angel halo on the way to work. Thank you for your signs from heaven. They are getting to me and I can feel you all around me at all times guiding me and protecting me.
xoxo Your Swamet
Laura Chapman
April 4, 2018
My deepest condolences go out to my sister Linda, niece Joanne and Nephew Matthew..
I have known Kenny since I was 6 years old..in all those years I never heard Kenny raise his voice once..he truly was a gentle giant with the quickest jokes of anyone..I will always treasure our 4th of July cookouts up at camp watching him working the grill all afternoon..and the joy he had watching his grandchildren do the activities on that holiday..my heart aches and is so broken for you all ..Love you
Susan Zipkin
April 4, 2018
Joanne, Your Dad was a great neighbor, its hard to imagine the Grove without him! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tammy & Victoria
April 4, 2018
"I'm the big teddy bear" is how he introduced himself to me - Victoria... We miss you, we always looked forward to your witty comebacks and day-old pastries at the staff meetings! Thank you for your constant support and finding humor in the projects that came along at the mansion. Rest in peace Ken - xo Tammy & Victoria from the Commander's Mansion in Watertown
Deborah Rosati
April 4, 2018
On behalf of the Watertown Health Dept., please accept our condolences on the loss of Ken. We will greatly miss Ken as a colleague, friend, support, and personality in Town Hall. There was never a challenge he couldn't conquer, never a gray day that he couldn't brighten...
Richard Leibowitz
April 4, 2018
The Massachusetts Federation of Building Officials would like to extend our sympathies to the family of Mr. Thompson and thank Ken for his many years of service to the Building Official community.
Daniel Hamilton
April 4, 2018
Uncle Kenny, we have lost touch over the years, but I always knew that you were holding a good thought for me. I always know that you and Aunt Linda had my back. You made that promise wh I was born and I never felt you would ever go back on that.
Thank you for always being a positive influence in my younger years. Thank you for being an awesome Godfather. Thank you for being... YOU.
To Aunt Linda, Matt and Joanne, I am saddened at the passing of Uncle Kenny. May the knowledge that he has transitioned to a better place comfort you during this challenging time.
Remember, death is not the end, but merely a transition.
The Spirit Carries On.
Chris Hayward
April 4, 2018
Ken's family, my sincere sympathies. Ken was a true and very helpful friend. He was a friend that made you feel better just by his being there. He lit up a room with his quick wit and humor. The world is not as bright a place without Ken in it but I consider myself blessed to have called him my friend for 12+ years working together in Watertown. RIP and thank you, Big Man...you will not be forgotten. Circle the wagons!
A. Cosco & Son Frank Cosco
April 4, 2018
Ken will be sorely missed here in Watertown. A true gently giant we all admired from the first day. Full of knowledge that would always take the time to help when a asked. Always quick with a joke to make you laugh no matter how the day was going. May you rest in peace.
Stacy Elliott
April 4, 2018
Mr. Thompson has been a neighbor for many years. My deepest condolences to his family
Ingrid Marchesano
April 4, 2018
Linda & Family, Ken was a wonderful friend and co-worker, we will miss him very much, my love to all of you, Ingrid, Watertown Town Hall
Bill & Gerry Fraser
April 4, 2018
Matt, we are sending our Condolences to you and your family that God helps to heal your sorrow. He went too soon, but he will always live in your heart.
Doris Ahern
April 4, 2018
Linda, many condolences in the loss of your husband, Ken. I remember what a wonderful, patient guy he was from when you and I worked at Lynn Dental, back in the day. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Roberta Nelson
April 4, 2018
Linda and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Your friend, Roberta Nelson , Lynnfield
robert finn finn
April 3, 2018
I will miss Ken so much,great man,.Bob Finn ..Polcaris
Kelly and Jean Howard
April 3, 2018
We will miss Ken very much. He was such a wonderful man, and a great neighbor.
Bob and Mary Ann Gonnella
April 3, 2018
Linda, we cant express what a loss we feel about losing a good friend. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
April 3, 2018
Ken you will be missed by all in Watertown Thankyou for being a great friend and my god welcome you into heaven I will miss seeing you and George together at Greg's Words can't describe this loss your friend Tim Shannon
Susan Jenness
April 3, 2018
It was a great honor to work with Ken, and such a privilege to have been supported by him whenever he was needed, which has been often. He shared his brilliance with us all everyday! I am grateful I took the time and care to let him know how much his support and generosity with his time had meant to me in a very recent email at work. I send so much light and love to his beautiful family who meant so much to him. Rest in peace Ken. Thank you for being a true blessing that will be with us forever! Susan C. Jennes
John Brennan
April 3, 2018
Linda and family We're sorry to hear about Ken. We enjoyed our many years working with him at Salem Hospital. He had a great sense of humor that seemed to lighten the load back in those days. Our deepest sympathy to you and the family.
John and Mary Ellen Brennan
Rachel Sorensen
April 3, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss Matt. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I love you guys!
Steve Magoon
April 3, 2018
Ken, you are already missed by all of your friends here in Watertown, you have left an incredible void and things will never be the same here. Steve Magoon and your whole Department of co-workers
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