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Kenneth Desjardins Obituary
Concord, NH — Ken succumbed to metastatic lung cancer after a long arduous battle, on Friday 11/12/21.
He died at home with the unwavering care, love and support of his brother Francis at his side.
The family is emphatically grateful for the innumerable visits and support faithfully extended by Timothy LaPlante of Concord, over the past year.
Born in Germany to enlisted father, Marcel E. Desjardins and mother, Edna M. (Pratt) Desjardins. Raised in Concord, NH he graduated from Concord High School in 1976. He traveled across country and lived in California for a time. He recounted that people were more impressed with our state motto "Live Free or Die" imprinted on his vehicle tags, than the vanity stamp itself. He enjoyed vacationing in warm climates, panning for gold in northern NH and gardening with intense vigor at home in Canterbury.
He resided in Warner, NH for many years and raised a family there; a daughter Gabrielle Desjardins, a step-son Kevin Santa Maria and a step-daughter Kelly Santa Maria.
He gave sincerely of his time and talents to the Warner Fall Foliage Festival for many years. His vision for building was fostered in this small-town community and Ken went on to create Desjardins Builders, surpassing even his own dreams, building more than 120 homes in one five- year stretch.
More recently Ken resided in Canterbury, assisting his parents with aging in place for nearly ten years. He moved back to Concord in 2019.
Ken is survived by his daughter Gabrielle Desjardins of Greenland, NH. His stepchildren Kevin and Kelly Santa Maria. His mother Edna Desjardins, of Concord, brother Francis and wife Kimberly (Stillman) Desjardins of Northfield, his sisters Suzan Desjardins-Lank of Barnstead and Michelle Desjardins of Concord. Several nieces and nephews, as well as great-nieces and nephews whom Ken adored, and many cousins in the Concord area.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday November 22nd at 1:30 pm at Christ the King Parish, Concord, NH. No calling hours were expressly requested.
In lieu of flowers please make memorial donations to: Visiting Nurses of Manchester & Southern NH - Hospice, 1700 Holt Ave, Manchester, NH 03109 or St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry, 67 S State St, Concord, NH 03301.
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for Kenneth Desjardins
Brian Burris
November 24, 2021
A great CHS classmate. RIP Bear.
Barbara Maki
November 21, 2021
Sad to hear, my children went to school with his step daughter and I sold several of Ken´s homes. One he designed on a napkin while at lunch. My sympathy to family.
Russ Tilton
November 21, 2021
My condolences to friends and all of the Desjardins family. Ken was a good friend to many and his personality was always a bright light in the room. I especially enjoyed reconnecting after so many years during the time that he spent in Florida. Ken's kindness and generosity toward others never wavered.
Russ Tilton Sarasota, Florida
Deb Enman and Nellie Enman
November 19, 2021
Gabby, we are so sorry to hear of your Father passing away. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Kellie Heath
November 18, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Steve and Laurie Savage
November 18, 2021
So very sorry to Frank and family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. XOXO
Marlene Beaudet
November 18, 2021
Gabby, Sending my heartfelt and deepest sympathy to your and your family. Wishing you peace and comfort in the midst of your sorrow. May your special memories of your Dad help soften the sadness in you heart.
Patricia Cotton
November 17, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Pat "Nyhan" and John Cotton
Barnstead.
Allison Pratt Pinkham
November 17, 2021
Cousin Bear - big smile on his face. Hugs and love to my Desjardins Family.
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