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Kenneth Waite Obituary
Kenneth Noel Waite, JR, age 71, beloved husband of 46 years to Barbara (Mehai) Waite, passed away February 27 2015 after a battle with Parkinson's and Cancer.
Kenneth was born on October 29, 1943 to the late Kenneth N. and Geraldine (Dodge) Waite. Kenneth was raised on a 10 acre farm in Monroe and was a graduate of Masuk High school. He furthered his education at Bridgeport Engineering Institute and the University of Bridgeport.
Kenneth was employed for over 40 years at Remington Arms and worked his way up to become the Northeast Regional Manager. Upon retirement from Remington, he formed his own company, Stonewood LLC where his client list included Remington and other sporting goods companies.
Kenneth was a proud veteran, serving in the 242nd Engineers Battalion of the Army National Guard. He was an avid Hunter, Fisherman and Shooter and enjoyed collecting Antiques. He was a member of the American Legion Post 176 in Monroe as well as a member of Fairfield County Fish and Game, St Jude Church, and the Monroe Senior Center.
In addition to his wife Barbara, he is survived by 2 sons: Kenneth N. Waite, III and his wife Deborah of Baldwinsville, NY and Michael Dodge Waite and his wife Cecilia of Naples, FL. He is also the proud Grandfather of Kenneth N. Waite IV and Olivia Waite of Baldwinsville, NY and Devyn Michael Waite of Naples, FL. He is the brother of Jim Waite of Monroe, CT and Wendy Cadieux of Poultney, VT. He also leaves behind several Sisters-in-Law and Brothers-in Law, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
He was pre-deceased by his parents, grandparents: Fred & Beatrice Waite and Bill and Eva Dodge as well as in-laws Michael & Stephanie Mehai.
The family wishes to thank everyone in Pavilion 2 at Bishop Wicke Health Center for making Ken's last days comfortable.
Family and friends may call at Spadaccino & Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, 315 Monroe Tpke, Monroe on Tuesday evening from 4-7. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM in the Funeral Home. Burial will take place at East Village Cemetery in the Spring.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Fairfield County Fish & Game, 310 Hammertown Rd, Monroe CT 06468
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Waite
Andrea Paddock
February 22, 2019
Dear Barbara, I can't believe it's been that long since Ken has passed. I will always remember him as being one of the nicest guys in our class. He was special in so many ways, and he is still missed.
2011 Old Pats Society Founder
March 18, 2015
He was a dear friend for 50 years and while holding his hand one week before he passed, we said our good byes in the firmness of our grip. It was indeed a sad day for Barbara, Kenny 111, Mike, Jim, Wendy and their respective families but he will long be remembered for his generosity, integrity, and thoughtfulness. Forever a Remington man of the highest order.
Art & Doris Wheaton
Jeff Hulton
March 14, 2015
When someone finally gets around to defining "The Remington Man" on Wikipedia and all it meant to so many shooters back in the day, go there because you will see a picture of Kenny Waite Jr. There was no finer human being that wore the green. RIP Ken.
Andrea Paddock
March 7, 2015
Dear Barbara and family,
I am so sorry for your loss and so sorry I was unaware of ken's Passing. I don't get the Post anymore and don't always check the obituary column on line. The class of '61 has lost another great member.
Andrea Paddock
Lisa Bishop
March 6, 2015
WE are so sorry for your loss. A very nice man who I am sure will be missed by many.
Linda Picheco
March 6, 2015
To the Waite Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and sympathy are with you at this very sad time.
Mike and Linda Picheco
Spence Wildman
March 6, 2015
I worked with Ken at Remington. He was one of their finest employees. A kind and polite gentleman, he always had time to talk. My thoughts are with his family at this sad time.
David York
March 5, 2015
Ken was a fine gentleman and we will truly miss him. I am so sorry that I was not able to be with you personally during the calling hours to express my sympathy directly. Ken always amazed me with his kindness and calm even in the midst of a commotion. I know he struggled and now is releived of pain and can now know God's peace. Very sincerely...
Bill & Donna Griglock
March 5, 2015
Dear Barbara & Family,
Donna and I were very sorry to learn of Ken's passing. Our condolences to you and your entire family
KayLynn Hamilton
March 5, 2015
Ken was one of the old school Remington gentleman.As a collector myself,I was thrilled to have had the opportunity to get these women from him. Ken served Remington well. Longing for the good old days gone by, I am sorry for your loss.
Gary Teto
March 4, 2015
Dear Barbara and Family, My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your loved one. God bless you all and may he ease the pain of your loss. I'm sure he will be missed but never forgotten
Joe Jakonczuk
March 4, 2015
Ken and I interacted at Remington on several occasions such as shooting, Remington Farms, and the Wilmington offices. May he rest in peace.
Don Stickles
March 3, 2015
I wish to convey my deepest sympathies to the Waite family. Ken will forever be etched in my memory for two things; first, that he was the perfect definition of a gentleman and second, the joy he felt in discovering and sharing the function of utterly arcane sporting related artifacts. May God rest your soul Ken.
Robert Hine
March 3, 2015
Dear Ken,
God Bless, Robert and I will never forget all the great times that we had hunting at Remington Farms. Year after year the day after thanksgiving the sighting in of our guns and the stories of past hunts. Ken you were a class act that many of us inspire to become thanks for your kindness.
God Bless to you and your family,
Bob and Robert Hine
March 3, 2015
Dear Ken,
God bless you, Robert and I will never forget all the good times that we had hunting with you at Remington Farms. Year after year we continue to remember every day after thanksgiving meeting at the farm sighting in the guns and talking stories of past hunts. Ken you were a class act that many of us only espire to become.
God bless and thanks for everything to brought into our lives!
Bob and Robert Hine
Bob Gondar
March 3, 2015
Dear Barbara and Family, My dearest sympathy on your loss. I valued Ken's insight working with him while on the board of the Monroe Historical Society. He will be remembered for the many volunteer hours he contributed maintaining those buildings and his contributions monetarily to maintain the collection.May he RIP.
Alex & Jill Papp, RST
March 2, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the Waite family, Dear Ken Rest in Peace.
John Yanosy Jr
March 2, 2015
e always enjoyed our visits with Ken at family gatherings, he always took an interest in your life and was very gracious and a true gentlemen in all of his conversations. Patty and I offer our condolence to Barbara and their family.
John an Patricia Yanosy
Larry Fuller
March 2, 2015
Sorry to hear of Ken's passing.
I knew him in the early 1970's at Dublin Gun Club in Ohio . He was always kind polite and patient with a 20 year olds questions.
RIP
Victor Romano
March 2, 2015
To the Waite family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember the work we did together at Remington. I will always remember and be guided by his demeanor and sense of humor. He was a good Remington man.
Ed Davies
March 2, 2015
I am so very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I have known him since I was a teenager and always found him to be a perfect gentleman and voracious hobbyist. He'll be missed by his many friends at Fairfield County Fish and Game.
Joe Callahan
March 1, 2015
Ken was a true friend, a gentleman and all around good guy. He was part of the Remington team in tradition of the true Remington man. You will be missed.
RIP
March 1, 2015
Dear Barbara and Family:
Ken was a caring and sensitive man who always had a positive word to say to and about everyone. We will miss him greatly.
Vera Karger and Marven Moss
The Staff of Spadaccino Funeral Home
March 2, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Jean Lively
March 1, 2015
Dear Barbara and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Ken. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May he rest in peace.
Love, Cookie
Michael & Kelly McGuire
March 1, 2015
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Waite family.
Mary Ann Babjak
March 1, 2015
Dear Barbara and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. May our Dear Lord bless you with His peace and comfort at this time.
Bill Cooke
March 1, 2015
I shared many days of hunting and shooting with Ken and he was one of the finest gentlemen and outdoors-men I've known. Very saddened to hear of your and all of our loss.
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