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Kenneth Caswell Obituary
He was born in Swampscott, Mass., October 9, 1913, the son of Fred W. and Mildred Young Caswell. He graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1931, and attended Wentworth Institute in Boston.
In 1933, he established a fuel oil business with his father, mother and brother. Later service stations, propane gas and appliances were added, known as Caswell Bros. Inc. on Maplewood Ave. He retired in 1974.
Kenneth was formerly a trustee of the Portsmouth Hospital, the Chase Home for Children, a member of Portsmouth Country Club, Portsmouth Yacht Club and Elderhostel Speaker's Bureau. For many years he was a member of St. John's Masonic Lodge, and a 32 Degree Mason.
A member of Middle St. Baptist Church in Portsmouth, he taught Church school and sang in the choir. He was a member of the Men's Club, the Roger Williams Fellowship, and had served on the Church Building Committee and the Board of Trustees.
He enjoyed sailing, skiing, photography, golf and traveling. He and his wife presented travelogues of their trips.
Kenneth was a kind and loving son, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who always had time for his family. He was a happy, contented and friendly man who was much loved by many people – his family, his employees, his friends and neighbors and his caretakers. He loved children and they loved him.
He was married to Winnifred M. Claus on July 27, 1940 in the Middle Street Baptist Church. They recently celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary.
Kenneth is survived by his wife; a son, Dale K. Caswell and his wife Susan of Canterbury; a daughter Leah R. Caswell of Stratham; a granddaughter, Rachel Baker and her husband Erik; a grandson, Aaron Caswell; a great-grandson Patrick Baker; two great-granddaughters, Annie Baker and Helen Piper Caswell; a nephew and four nieces.
He was predeceased by a brother, Robert B. Caswell.
Memorial visitation will be held Friday, August 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the J. Verne Wood Funeral Home-Buckminster Chapel, 84 Broad Street, Portsmouth.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 11, at 2 p.m. at the Middle Street Baptist Church, 18 Court Street, Portsmouth. Friends are invited.
Flowers will be accepted and/or memorial gifts may be made to Middle Street Baptist Church or to a charity of one's choice.
Please visit: www.jvwoodfuneralhome.com to sign the online guest book, send a private condolence, gift or sympathy card.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Caswell
Linda Nichols
August 10, 2012
Allow me to offer my deepest sympathies for your loss. I remember the stories you told of Kenny and Winnie's travels abroad. He certainly led a full life. Love to you and yours.
Karen Goodrich Firment
August 10, 2012
My sincere sympathy.He was one of my Sunday school teachers.I always remembered the kind smile he gave.God bless.Karen Goodrich
Carol Boardman-Hanscom
August 9, 2012
Our sincere sympathy and blessings to to Winnie and her family. You are a wonderful family and Ken will be truly missed. Ken and Winnie were always so generous of there time and love to my Aunt Priscilla Boardman. For this we will always be truly greatful.
Jane Hislop
August 8, 2012
I am sorry to learn about the loss of your father. My mother-in-law Anne Hislop had great memories from when they all were young. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Roxanne (Stanley) Ferrin
August 8, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Winnie and Family.
Oh, the memories of Kennie. Church, Choir the Laughter.
We've truly lost one of the good ones!
Let us never forget.
Norma Alexander
August 7, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Winnie and the family. Ken did photos of my wedding in 1957. Lots of memories of the Middle St. Baptist Church. My maiden name was Norma Syphers.
Robert Weisner
August 7, 2012
I am very sorry for the loss of your very special dad. He is
one of my all time favorites. My thoughts and prayers are
with you.
Bobby Weisner
Laura Souther-O'Brien
August 7, 2012
Dale, Sue, & Rachel,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Poppo. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
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