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Kenneth Rancourt Obituary
January 18, 1927 - May 30, 2017 Kenneth N. Rancourt, age 90, of Monroe, beloved husband of 68 years to Irene (Macey) Rancourt entered in to peaceful rest at his home on Tuesday, May 30th after a brief illness.
Ken was born in Redstone, New Hampshire on January 18th, 1927 to Albert J. Rancourt and Mildred Emily (Smith) Rancourt. Ken was pre-deceased by his brother, Albert G. Rancourt and two sisters, Jeanette T. Rancourt and Theresa Rancourt.
Besides his wife, Ken leaves behind six children: Ken(Jane) of Center Conway, NH; James (Sharon) of Phoenix, AZ; Michael (Barb) of Pownal, VT; Jan Czajkowski (Dave) of Sandy Hook, CT; Paul of Conway, NH and Norman (Heather) of Monroe, CT.
Ken graduated from Harding High School in Bridgeport and then served in WWII as a staff sergeant in Italy. Ken worked in Avco Lycoming retiring in 1985 after 33 years holding the position of Supervisor in the Research and Development Dept.
When not working, Ken enjoyed working in his garden, growing his Christmas trees, helping his neighbors, and hunting in New Hampshire and Montana. His greatest pleasure came from watching his grandchildren (Jessica, Jan-Marie, Andy, Jordan, Janelle, Rebecca, Lauren, and Madison) and recently his great grandchildren (Macey and Jackson) grow into wonderful individuals. Ken also enjoyed the family's home in Eaton, New Hampshire, near where he grew up.
Family and friends will gather for calling hours on Thursday June 8th at Spadaccino and Gallagher Funeral Home on Route 111 in Monroe from 4-8pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10AM at St. Stephens's Church on Route 25 in Trumbull. Interment will be at St. Johns Cemetery on Moose Hill Road in Monroe. Information can be found a www.dignitymemorial.com.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Ken's name to the American Legion Post 176 in Monroe, The Wounded Warrior Project or Regional Hospice of Western CT, who the family is grateful for the support they have given Ken and his family to be able to be in his home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Rancourt
John danscuk
June 9, 2017
It was wonderful that he was able to spend his final days at home with the people that he loved. God bless you all.
Ken& Diana Murphy
June 9, 2017
Sorry for your loss Jess. He sounds like a wonderful person! Stay strong.
Heaven has a new member.
Kathleen Cummings
June 9, 2017
A kind gentle man has left us all with a little hole in our hearts, but his spirit has been caught up to join those who loved him and left before him. RIP dear cousin
Sue
June 8, 2017
I have many happy memories growing up with the Rancourts and I'll always remember Mr. Rancourt for all the help he gave my mom & I after my dad died. He was always there for us and watched over us. I will miss him terribly and our backyard chats. He was the best neighbor anyone ever had and dear friend. He is in a special place in Heaven.
MaryAnn Orrico Baccash
June 7, 2017
Dear Jan and Family,
so very sorry for you loss. May your dad rest in eternal peace and always be your guardian angel.
Old Friend
June 7, 2017
To the Rancourt family,
Sorry for your loss. Have very fond memories. Remembering the root cellar, from along time ago.
June 6, 2017
My sincerest condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and hearts are with you and your family.
Sara and Jay
June 6, 2017
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad, from Ray Bub and Susan Nykiel
Laurie Loveland
June 6, 2017
Sincere sympathy to the Rancourt family for your loss. You are all in my thoughts....
June 6, 2017
Jan, We are so sorry for your loss, prayers go out to you and your family
Marge & John DePalmer
June 6, 2017
I am lucky to have met and known him. He had such a positive spirit! Ene
Ceil Sliva
June 5, 2017
To My Second Family.
My heart & prayers are with you all.I have many warm & fond memories of Ken & the Rancourt family. May he Rest in Peace. God Bless and love to all.
Ceil
Love
The Staff of Spadaccino Funeral Home
June 5, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Lisa Hector-Conte
June 2, 2017
My sincerest sympathy to the Rancourt family. He was a wonderful man and will be dearly missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Alicia Buffa and Thomas Smith
June 2, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the whole family. He will be greatly missed.
Joan Buffa
June 2, 2017
Dear Irene and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your beloved husband and father. He was a dear friend and we could not ask for better neighbors. We will miss him with all our hearts. We are always here for you.
All our love,
Joanie and Dan
Michael Nash
June 1, 2017
My sympathy goes out to the entire Rancourt family. As long as he is in your hearts, he will be with you forever.
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