Kenneth A. Trask

My love,it's been another awful year without you,so many relatives and friends gone,and now our son in law, Matt. I hope you were there for him and I hope you will help Katie and Kody get though his loss.We have a beautiful great grandson Luka, he is a blessing from heaven. Love you and still miss you everyday

My love, it's 14 years since God took you and it doesn't get easier, it's been a tough year but I know you helped us thought it. Please keep watching over our family, as you are our angel. Love always Re

Its been 12 years my love and my heart still aches, I miss you ,will always love our time together

Hey Pops,
I was just researching some stuff from my work computer at my new job when I came across this link. I thought I would take a look. As I read the entries and looked at the pictures, I laughed and cried. I still miss you every day. There isn't a day I don't tell my kids about something Papa said or did. I wish you could know them, they are awesome. I also wish you could see how we all turned out. I think you would be proud of how successful your children are and what kind of adults we turned out to be because of you. I love you and will miss you always.
Sean

Happy Birthday, my love, the Dr.s say my heart skips a beat and I know that beat is you. We miss you, please watch over us, because you are our angel now. Love Always, Re

Aunt Marie, I know it has been a long time. I have not been in contact with much of the family over the years and for that I'm truly sorry. Uncle Kenny will be missed by all as will Uncle Joe and Uncle Mike. I loved all of them as if they were my father. As you might have heard Pat is also gone. I know in my heart that they are all with our lord along with Aunt Athea and Uncle Darrel. Love to you and the boys.

Hey Pa-
Top o' the marnin' te ye! Happy St. Paddy's Day. I know you always liked this day. Just know that I'm thinking about you. I'll have one for you tonight and give Miss Molly a kiss! I hope you are having a blarney time up there in the big gin mill!
Love Denny

My Love,
WE have a new granddaughter, she was born on Dec, 28th and her name is Kendal in honor of you.She is beautiful and looks like Emily her sister.You need to watch over all of us and especially your grandchildren. I love you and miss you so much.mush mush
Re

my honey Al,
I miss you so ,today is Christmas day and it is awful without you , the kids have been great and Emily said don't be sad Nona so guess I can't be sad at least in front of them. Your room looks good and I know you can see it
i love you, please help me to get though the rest of my life .
your wiffee
Re

Hi Dad.
This book started out as a guest book, but it has become so much more for us. A way for us to remember you as we look back and read all the wonderful things people wrote about you. It has become a way to keep your wonderful memory alive, and most of all for me, it has become a way to keep you somewhat close to me; providing an outlet and I somehow believe you can read it too. Maybe you can:
Dad- I miss you soo much, I know your watching over me, but it's just not the same. I need your wisdom, your encouragement, your faith and most of all, your loving hugs. I guess its just the season and my heart aches knowing you won't be a physical part of it. Kody has been talking about you alot lately, he is so smart- just like you. He tells me your in the air and always here. It's amazing how he can feel your spirit. That's because you were his best buddy. Dad- I've been trying hard to make you proud; I want to show the world all of the wonderful things you taught me. I know you have alot of work to do in heaven, and I want you to know I understand- I just get a little sad sometimes. Keep watching over us, we appreciate it. I love you so very much and miss you more than you can ever know.

Hi Dad-
Your fifth grandchild came screaming into the world September 2nd and Molly Josephine is so beautiful!! I can just see you saying her name with your Irish brougue and one eye closed...."Aye, Molly Jo Trask, a fine lass I must say!!" I wish you were here to meet her but thank you for watching over her and bringing her safely home. Love you and miss you! Molly would have loved you so much. Smile upon her when you can.
Denny

Hi Allee
Just sitting thinking about you and thought I would write a few lines. I feel so alone without you,all these days go by and it seems like life has stopped.I know you are always with me I can feel your presents at times and I wish that I could kiss your face once more .
I love you Ken and miss you so.
mush mush
Re

TO MY LOVE,ALLIE
TODAY IS OUR 45th ANNIVERSARY, I WISH YOU WERE HERE TO CELEBRATE WITH ME, BUT YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY HEART.TILL WE ARE TOGETHER AGAIN WATCH OVER ME MY LOVE
YOUR WIFEE,
RE

Hey Dad-
Just wanted to wish you a Happy Father's Day. I miss you very much. Thinking of my own fatherhood soon to begin, I am hoping that I can be as good a dad as you were. Wish you were here to meet your 5th grandchild but I know that you will be shining down upon us on that day.
Love ya-Denny

Kenny,
I just wanted to wish you a happy 70th birthday.I spent the day with Marie today i had a doctors appt. shopping with Emily and then we went to dinner and then to Kevin and Julias for desert.It was very sad fo both of us not having you our Bobby to celebrate with. I miss you and hope you and Bobby are having a big party,I just pray for both of you's to be pain free and not to be sick anymore and to be happy in heaven with Jesus.I will cherish all the memories we had together, and I'm trying to help Marie get through this diffuclt time. Give Bob a hug from me and tell him I love him and miss you both.We need you and Bob to be our angels for us. Your children have been wonderful and have been a great support to Marie . Good Night My Friend and Happy Birthday.
love always,
Rose Garey

My love, today is your 70th birthday and I miss you so ,It is so good knowing that even though time brings many changes to our lives the love and friendship we shared is for always.I will always be thankful for all the memories we shared and you will always have a special place in my heart. Happy birthday ALLEE.Love,
your RERE

Today is Dad's Birthday- I spent today trying to celebrate his life. I spent time reading his "In Fine" comments in the Buffalo Cursillo Newsletter in which he was the Editor. A job (one of the many) he took MUCH pride in. I came across the LAST comment he left for The Buffalo Cursillo Newsletter and found it to be very inspiring. I would like to share it with you:

In Fine- Buffalo Cursillo Newsletter February 2007 wrote by Ken Trask:

"Some 12 years or so ago I asked Bob & Rose Garey to take parts in the Mission play “The Trial” at OMGC Mission. We did 3 Missions together, Bob ran the book table. Next came Cursillo, first Bob then Rose. It seemed natural then that we would become Prayer Partners, me & Bob and Marie & Rose. Over the years there were many occasions for us to grow in friendship & in the love of God. We shared just about every family and social function there was. It was heartbreaking to witness his decline due to his illnesses, he suffered more than his share.
On January 3, 2007 my brother Bob died. He was only 47. I was not ready for God to take him home yet. We had many more adventures to share. There is nothing anybody could have done, It was God's will. If we have faith in God to do what is right, if we trust God enough not to require Him to justify His every action, if we truly love and trust Him, then we can only conclude that whatever appearances may be, He did what is best, and that He took all the facts into consideration, even the ones into which we have no insight." -Ken Trask

Although I must admit- it was all hard for me to swallow, knowing that he wrote this, and he passed away 2 months later almost to the date; I found comfort in knowing this is exactly what he would be saying to me right now!

So- Happy 70th Birthday Dad, and rest well knowing your advice is still well taken and truly cherished!

Hey Dad-
I just wanted to leave you best wishes on your birthday. Today you would have been 70 and the memories of your past birthdays are in my mind. You always loved the spotlight and being sung to and wearing the silly bithday hat and getting gifts that you may or may not have liked but kept anyway because they were from us. I mean how many golf balls can one guy use...oh, wait...you did need them all! I thought about your 65th when I took you to South Shore Golf Course while mom set up the house for your surprise party. We had a few pops and you wanted to go home but it was to early so I ordered another round (and then another, and another). When I finally got you back to the house, you were so elated to see all the people and I was bombed (shouldn't have tried to keep up with you!). I had to lay down for a while so that I could make through the rest of the party! Today, I will celebrate your birthday by remembering your past ones (and mine). They were always a very happy time. 70 years ago today, the world was blessed with your birth and it is certainly not the same place without you but your spirit still caries on!! I love you Dad! Happy Birthday!
Denny
(p.s. I sent the Zoom song along the airwaves today, hope you heard it!)

I wanted to share something with those of you who reflect on this book for comfort, or inspiration as I do.
I prayed all weeked to "feel" him and felt nothing- Monday, I started to question what I've been taught my whole life.
As I slept Monday night, I dreamt of my Dad. He was in church- the enitre church was packed but he saved room in the pew for Matt, me, & Kody. He was sitting alone, and at first I got sad, but when I looked at him he was happy & very peaceful. He didn't speak to me, but guided me into the pew next to him. As I sat next to him; without words, he let me know he is in a learning process in preparation for eternity in heaven. He was very focused on what was taking place in church and wasn't able to talk to me, but looked very peaceful, content, and passionatly intense. He will visit us when he can, but has some work to do for now. I wanted to share this, so that we can all know "where he is" when asking for him. He's in church, learning; and will save us a space in the pew next to him when we really need him!

Katie and family, Sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.

Sincerely,

The Judge Family

Katie- We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your family.

The Millers-
Sarah, Bill, Sam, Alex & Macayla

marie
I am praying for you every day and trying to help you get throuh this difficult time even though Iam still trying to cope with losing Bob .we will have to try to help each other through this .you are such a great friend and i cherish all our good times together and many more to come. we will give each other strength to get our lives together. you are always in my heart and prayers. I'm up all night so you can call anytime.
God Bless
love always
rose garey

Marie and family,I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Ken in Blasdell and shared a lot of good times with him. He will be missed.He was a good man.

Marie & Family.
We were sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. Our prayers are with your family. We will always remember the good times we had with you guys.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Katie, my dearest, closest friend, I am so sorry about your loss. I will miss your father very much. There are so many good memories of him. I will never forget all the times he drove us all around wny w/out any complaints, all the time he spent waiting for us, and all the funny things your dad did. He was truly one of a kind. Heaven is going to be a big celebration this St. Patty's day! Keep your smile going, he's always on your side!
love always to you and your family.

Dear Mrs. Trask,Kevin,Sean and Dennis: To one of the closest families I have ever known. Your bond has not been broken, it is now stronger than ever! Mr.Trask will always be here in your hearts to keep it going.
Mr.Trask: I will miss your pleasant personality,hearing you sing while doing the dishes, our conversations while waiting for katie to get ready,your kindness,and the list goes on, God Bless You all!!!

Dear Marie and all of you dear family,
Since the death of our Dad in 1980, Steve brought it to my attention that I am now the eldest Trask, a position I feel highly honored to be in.
To say it was a shock to receive the news of Kenny's demise dosn't come close. As a catholic, knowing Ken's relation with his family, church, work and anything else he came in contact with we KNOW that Ken is with Mom & Dad, our grandparents & all who ment so much to him here on earth. We will surely miss him, but rest assured he is in a much better place, happy to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Hang in there, Ken - we will be with you in the future. I love you my brother & I love your whole family.
Rest in Pease
Your loving Brother,
Joe

Dear Marie and Family
So sorry to hear of Ken's passing

Hope you find some confort in reading all these wonderful memories

Remember the good times

Please call me if I can do anything for you

God Bless you,
Connie Andritz

Dearest Katie and Matt,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Think about those funny stories you told me about your Dad and I'm sure it will bring a smile to your face, he would have wanted it that way. My prayers are with you and your family. Love, Linda Johnson

Mrs Trask, Katie, Kevin,Sean and Dennis and family:

May God be with you in this trying time. Try to remember all of the wonderful memories that we have had with Kenny, he was truly a great person.
God Bless,
The Caballero's

Marie and Family
So sorry to hear about Ken. We are in North Fort Myers and wish we could extend our sympathies in person. Our deepest sympathy

Dennis and Family: May the loving memories of your Dad be your strength during this time of need and in the future. Dad's hold a special place in a child's heart and the fond memories that you all have will brighten the darkest of days. May God bless his soul.

Marie, We are deeply sorry for you and your familys loss, Ken was a great man and he will be missed. Hope to see you when we come back this summer. Rick And Flo

Uncle Ken:
Thanks for taking your 8 year-old nephew to the drive-in to see "North to Alaska" back in 1961!
Thanks for making the Trask and Barone families one!
"Well done good and faithful servant!"
Love,
Bill and Judy Trask

Trask Family,
My deepest sympathy is with your family in your loss. Mr. Trask was a great man and will be deeply missed by many. You will be in my prayers. May God Bless your family in this time of sorrow.

Dad-
I didn't always have the words to tell you what you meant to me but I will do you proud when I take the alter on Wednesday as I've always tried to do. I truly am proud of all of what you were to me and Jill; to Mom; to Katie and Matt; to Kevin and Julia; to Sean and Jennifer; to your grandchildren; to your friends; and to everyone you ever knew or met. I can't tell you how you will be missed but I can tell you that I will try my best to keep you alive in the hearts of all who knew you by celebrating your life and memories. I love you so much and I know that you held me dear as your "third son of a third son". Watch your slice up there in that big golf course in the sky...I wouldn't want you to have to chase the ball very far!
Denny

To the Trask family;

I am always amazed how the Lord brings people in and out of our lives. Our families bonded through my son Eric's relationship with the Trask children. My God give you peace and comfort at this time. I want to share a poem I wrote for the God's Love Outreach Ministry.

Ed Shagott

As I Walked Into Heaven

As I walked into Heaven, I looked around
for a friend I wanted to see.
From a distant I saw this figure
of someone coming closer to me.

There was warmth in the smile
and comfort on this face
which made me feel so at ease
upon entering this place.

Though I never felt worried
or unsure at any time
I was truly hoping
it would be a friend of mine.

So as this figure drew nearer
more light began to shine
my new heart started beating faster
could I really be meeting Jesus,
for the first time?

What would I do
or what will I say?
The moment I always dreamt of on earth,
was not that far away.

I wanted to run up
but also wanted to fall to my knees!
Closer and closer the figure came
closer and closer to me.

How would I begin to say
all that has been in my heart?
How do I give thanks for all the love
that was always there right from the start?

Through all the Bible readings
and all the lessons learned,
it is now about to be made known
for which my soul has always yearned.

Praise to You, Lord Jesus
for the price You had paid
for if not for You
there would never be this day.

Peace, love, contentment
and never again to be alone!
I am now with my Savior,
I am now finally home!

To the Trask Family

My deepest sympathy goes to you all. May you find peace in the memory of his kindess and love. I will always remember and cheerish his smile because he could always make someone laugh and bring a smile to their face. We are all blessed because he touched so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Peace

Mrs. Marrinia Catuzza

To the many who loved Uncle Kenny,

I was at a loss for words to describe how deeply I loved my dear Godfather. Then I came upon this poem in which I found comfort that I wish to share with my loving family.

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Forever loved,
Susie

Marie & Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you all! May God bless you all in this time of sorrow! Fondly,

Trask Family,
Words cannot express our deepest sympathy in your time of need. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

New Creation Masonry, Inc. Family

Mrs. Trask and family - We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband/dad. We have alot of old, happy, funny memories of Seanie Daddy and he will never be forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!

Katie and Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Love The Gaydon Family

Uncle Kenny, Your memories will always be with me. Go in peace. You will be missed.
Aunt Marie, Kevin, Sean, Dennis, Katie and your families, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. All our Love, Bob and Cindy and the boys.

Dear Marie and family, We were truly shocked to hear about Ken's passing. We rejoice in knowing he is with our Lord and Lady and is watching over us now. He was a very special man. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to bless you and your family. We will miss him.

Dad:
Where do I start? You truly are the most devoted, loving, teaching, and supportive father we all could have asked for. Selfishly- I want you here, with Us-laughing and discussing current events (which we all had different opinions on). You taught us to stay true to ourselves and in turn true to others. You taught us to love, forgive, and forget. You taught us stregth and understanding. For you were the driving force in all of our sucesses- teaching us we could accomplish any goal or feat if we put our minds to it!
I can only hope we made you proud- becuase we can only thank God for being blessed to have you in our lives.
We know you are already on you "Taylor Made" course- on the 19th hole and ejoying each and every par.
It is also conforting to know that the life you lead paved your path to heaven, where you are happy and peaceful.
I love you so much and can't even begin to thank you for every step you took (and continue to take) with me. You have been; and will continue to be my true mentor. I can only hope to be as great as you!
I love you and will miss you so very much. We will be together again someday and you can show me how to "chip" on your golf course!
Love you deeply.
~Katie

Mrs. Trask, Katie, Matt, Kody & Family:
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mr. Trask was a great guy and he will be missed by everyone.

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."
~From a headstone in Ireland

Katie, Matt, and Monster...
I wish there was more that I could say or to do to make it all ok, but it's impossible...No words can express how you feel right now, just know that I am here for whatever you need. I pray that time will eventually heal some of the pain...in your darkest hour remember Papa Trask is Safe in the arms of Jesus...watching over you all.
Love you to Jesus,
Mandy

Marie & Family:
We are so deeply sorry for you loss. Our thoughts & prayers will be will you all during this most difficult time! God Bless you all! With much sadness,

Miss Marie and family...
You all are in my thoughts and prayers...Papa Trask is at peace now
Love you all,
Mandy

Dear Marie and family,

Please accept Sandy and my condolences on Ken's passing. We worked together for 25 years. Kenw as one of the best technical people I ever had the pleasure to work with. We disagreed a lot but I always considered a good friend.

Regards

KEN
I am going to miss you so much ,you were such a great friend to Bobby and me and you were always there for us .I thank you for all of your love and support you had for Bobby when he was sick. he always said you were the best friend he ever had.he was so much in shock when you gave him one of your canes from your collection,he said he would always cherish it.you will always be in my heart and thoughts and prayers. I wander what you's are doing ,playing golf and having fun, I will be there for Marie and i guess will both have to try to understand all of this. say hello to Bob for me and give him a hug and tell him I love you both and miss you both.I don,t know what you and Bob are planning a big party up in heaven but me and Marie are gonna be there some day and you's better look out when we get there. you's two have alot of explaning to do. I miss you and will remember all the good times we had together at church, mission , dinners, and you taking us to the doctor's , I wander who's driving the golf cart you or Bob.You were a blessing to me and my family ,I will cherish all the memories.
God Bless
love always,
Rose Garey

marie and family
i can't even express my sorrow for you and your family this is such a shock and i'm still waiting for this dream to end and i wake up and i could turn back time .Kenny was bob's best friend and you are mine.i love you's both with all my heart ,my heart is broken still from losing bob and now kenny .I ask God every day to give me strength and try to understand all of this.i will always be there for you Marie and your family and try to help you get through this .i love you all .
god bless
rose garey

KEN,MY LOVE,I CAN SEE YOU AND FEEL YOU WITH MY HEART UNTIL WE ARE TOGETHER AGAIN IN GOD'S LOVE.

I am in Florida and cannot attend the services, but want to express my condolences to Marie and the family. I remember my first meeting with Ken, when interviewing him for the County and I immediately liked him and his sense of humor. He was truly a unique man and I was fortunate to count him and a friend. This was a shock as I haven't seen Kenny in a while, but have spoken of him often when in the company of mutual friends. May God bless his soul.

Kate/Matt/Kody-

Our prayers go out to you and your family. We are here if you need us, no favor too large or small.

Marie and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy in the passing of Ken your husband and father.We will keep you all in our hearts and prayers during and after this difficult time. We are just steps away when you need us. Ismael, Denise, Amanda and Jacob

Kevin and Julia
Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Our prayers are with you and your family