Kenneth DeWitt

1930 - 2020

Kenneth DeWitt obituary, 1930-2020, Watervliet, NY

BORN

1930

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Garland Brothers Funeral Home - Albany

75 Clinton Ave

Albany, New York

Kenneth DeWitt Obituary

DeWitt, Kenneth WATERVLIET Kenneth DeWitt departed this life on October 20, 2020, at 90 years old. He was the son of the late Theodore and Emma DeWitt. Born on August 2, 1930, he was the oldest of nine siblings. He was educated in the public school system of Goshen and served in the United States Air Force. He was awarded the Bronze Star during the Korean War. He received his bachelor's degree with honors from Columbia University, and earned master's degrees from Columbia University and State University of New York (SUNY). Kenneth began his teaching and administrative career in New York City where he gained recognition as a community leader and role model during the Civil Rights Movement. He retired as the acting superintendent of schools for the Board of Education for Newburgh, N.Y. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 32 years, Lillian Tillman-DeWitt; five children, two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, two brothers, three sisters, a brother-in law, sisters-in law and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and many friends. Viewing is from 9-11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27, at Garland Brothers Funeral Home, 75 Clinton Avenue. Following a private family service, interment will be at 1 p.m. in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.



Published by Albany Times Union on Oct. 25, 2020.
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Ken, you will be missed by so many of us. My very good friend I will you for the rest of my life

Jack White

December 21, 2020

Dear Family, We were very sorry to have learned of Ken’ passing. Ken was a good friend and a great colleague. He was a true gentleman and he was straight forward and honest. Even though we were adversaries, we always knew that he was a man of his word. We always maintained a friendly, personal relationship. May he Rest In Peace. Condolences to the entire family. Frank Colone, Chairperson, Retired Teachers, Chapter, Newburgh Teachers’ Association

Frank Colone

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November 5, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Delorise Moore (Dee-Dee Allen)

October 31, 2020

A wonderful and truly kind person, consummate professional educator, mentor and friend. We join the family in morning his passing.

Charles and Marjorie Rush

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October 28, 2020

Dear Lillian I was sadden to hear of Ken's passing. May God strengthen your heart. My heartfelt condolences to you and the family.
Love you,
Maddie Shannon-Roberts

Maddie Shannon-Roberts

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October 27, 2020

May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.

Cynthia Nelson Dennis

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October 26, 2020

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Oct

27

Viewing

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Garland Brothers Funeral Home - Albany

75 Clinton Ave, Albany, NY 12210

Oct

27

Interment

1:00 p.m.

Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery

NY

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Garland Brothers Funeral Home - Albany

75 Clinton Ave, Albany, NY 12210

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