Jun 2, 1957 - Apr 6, 2024
Ken was always a fun guy to work with. Helpful to those he met & knew and along his life's journey. I know his memory will live on in the lives of those he touched and loved along the way. May you all be comforted by the memories you have with Ken.
Brian Brich
May 22, 2024 | Work
Ken was a True Shipmate. I'm the Military Submarine World, we are considered a 7%. Not to many can ever say that. We worked side by side at the V F W. Post #10004. Torpedoman Chief Tracy, Submarines, Rest your Oars. For you had concluded your final patrol. Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate, We have the Watch. May you Rest in Peace. Reverend Craig Knutson MMC{SS/DV}
Craig 'K'roq" Knutson
May 22, 2024 | Other
Gales Ferry - Kenneth "Ken" Lyle Tracy was born 2 June 1957, the second son of Phylis J. Tracy and Jackie D. Tracy in Traverse City, MI. Ken was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He graduated from Pine River Area High School and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1976, joining the Submarine Service where he was on the team that developed the Vertical Launching System (VLS). He also served on the USS TINOSA (SSN-606), USS JACK (SSN-605), AND USS PITTSBURGH (SSN-720). Upon leaving the service, Ken was employed by Consolidated Launcher Technology, Inc. before moving to Birk Manufacturing, Inc where he remained until he retired.A proud Veteran, Ken was active with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) at the National, State and local levels. He served as the First Aide De Camp for the National Commander for the State of Connecticut; CT District 4 Commander; and Junior Vice Commander for the State of Connecticut. He also held the position of Quartermaster of Post 1004 in Jewett City, and Commander of Post 4608 in Ledyard.Ken is survived by his wife Linda (Waterman) Tracy of Gales Ferry, his children Jason Tracy of Westerly, RI and Marcia Tracy of Gales Ferry, along with his granddaughter Maya Matthews of Ashaway, RI and his fur kids - his dog Moki, and two cats Gizmo and Mellie. In addition to his wife, children and grandchildren, he is survived by a brother Richard (Norma) and sister Patsy (Kenneth), all of Michigan, several nieces and nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his parents, and his youngest sister Janet Tracy.The family will host a celebration of life on the 9th of June 2024 at 1PM at the Gales Ferry Fire Station Hall, 1772 Route 12, Gales Ferry CT. Kenneth Lyle Tracy
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