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Kenneth Alexander Obituary

Alexander, Kenneth D.
Kenneth Dermott Alexander, 64, a beloved brother, father and grandfather, died peacefully at home August 1, 2015. Alexander, a Milford resident, worked as controller for the Town of Westport for many years. He was previously a long-time employee at City Trust in Bridgeport. He was born in Bridgeport, and remained an area resident all his life, graduating from Fairfield Prep and Fairfield University. He was an Army veteran, serving his country during the Vietnam War. Alexander loved living near the water and would often, in his free time, sit on the beach with a good book. He was an avid golfer as well as a trusted friend, missed by many. His children and grandchildren will always remember his Sunday dinners and summertime adventures with grandpa. Survivors include his children Jennifer and husband David Speringo of Spring, Texas, son Christian and wife Krystyna Alexander of Monroe. Three siblings Margaret (Penny) Alexander of Bridgeport, Maureen (OE) and husband Jim Fullerton of Scotts Valley, California and Deborah and husband Bud Salerno of Santa Cruz, California. He is also survived by five grandchildren Ava and Olivia Speringo and Kailey, Colin and Kamryn Alexander. He was predeceased by his parents Margaret and Kenneth Alexander and sister Sharon Brooks. Friends may call Sunday, August 16, from 1p.m., to 3p.m., in the Redgate-Hennessy Funeral Home, Main Street and Gorham Place, Trumbull. A prayer service will be held Sunday at 2:30p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, an organization long supported by Ken. To send online condolences please visit www.redgatehennessy.com

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Published by Connecticut Post on Aug. 4, 2015.

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August 14, 2015

im sorry on aug.13th i forgot to sign my name bob cascella

August 13, 2015

i am so sorry for your loss iwas his little coach he played with my son and brotherwho are also both passed

August 5, 2015

I knew Ken for many years while also employed at Citytrust. May he rest in peace.
Yvonne Torsiello
Milford

August 4, 2015

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. There is no sting that hurts harder. I hope that you find comfort knowing that God is with your entire family helping to heal all who are affected and Mr. Alexander is safe in his memory. (Job 1:14,15)

Bob (Robby) Fitzgerald

August 4, 2015

To the Alexander family...I was shocked to hear about Kenny..We had some great times at Pleasure Beach...Please let me know if I can do anything..Unfortunately I am unable to travel because of another stroke but he will surely be kept in my thoughts and prayers

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