Kenneth C. Vliet

I started teaching middle school science in Berkeley Heights in 1976. I had an interest in woodworking but never had the opportunity to take shop when I was in HS. I took an adult ed class with Mr. Vliet and he opened my eyes and mind to fine furniture making. In 1980 I moved to VA for a job in a furniture/cabinet making shop. Ever since then it has been an ongoing advocation and passion. I owe my beginning in this endeavor to Mr. Vliet. What a great teacher! I never knew about fine...

Mr. VLIET was my woodshop teacher in 1973. I had an accident on the table saw and sliced my thumb. Mr. Vliet jumped into action and got me to the school nurse to get me to the hospital. I'm ever greatful for his actions. RIP MR.VLIET. Thank you!

Dear Annette and all of Ken´s loved ones, I have just discovered this very sad news. Ken was a truly outstanding human being; helpful, kind, and so very knowledgeable about so much! Our loss is heaven´s gain. May he rest in eternal peace.

In 1972 Mr. Vliet was my woodshop instructor @watch watchung hills regional high School. I was working the table saw and almost cut off my left thumb. Mr. Vliet saved my thumb and got me to the nurse immediately. He was a great teacher. RIP

Family, so sorry for your loss of such a brilliant accomplished man. May all the happy times together comfort you at this time of loss. He is finally with no pain stress of this disease.

Mr. Vliet was my wood shop Teacher in the early 90´s he taught me alot, he was a good man and well respected he will be missed. My condolences to the family

Now ken is finally at peace, love and thoughts with you Annette and the boys x

My sincerest condolences to Mr. Vliet's family. Mr. Vliet was my wood shop teacher in 1996 and I have the fondest memories of that class. My friend and I took this class as seniors amongst a heavy load of other AP classes. We were not at all familiar with anything having to do with wood shop, but Mr. Vliet was so patient with us. He helped us build beautiful cherry and maple blanket chests. Mine has survived countless moves and and I still brag about how I made it in wood shop in high school...

With our deepest sympathy and love, Donald and Arlene Kahn (CRAFT Members)