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Kenneth Dalling Obituary
July 18, 1927 - February 9, 2023
Kenneth W. Dalling, age 95, a lifelong Fairfield resident, the husband of Mary (Betsy) Dalling, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 9, 2023 in Shelton with his son, Ross at his side. Born in Fairfield to Robert and Mabel Dalling, Ken entered the Merchant Marines at a young age and then enlisted in the U.S. Navy at the end of World War II where he served in both the Atlantic and Pacific regions. Upon his discharge from the Navy, Ken started Dalling Heating and Air Conditioning, a well-known HVAC contracting company.
Kenneth was best known for his volunteer services to the Fairfield community. He was the Fairfield Park Commissioner for 13 years and was the driving force in the construction of the Fairfield downtown Gazebo and the Coast Guard building. He also was a basketball coach for many years with PAL and played softball in the town league for over 30 years.
Ken was a Fifer and the Founder and Chairman of the Fife and Drum Corps at the Fairfield Fire Dept. and a lifelong member of the Ancient Mariners and the Whiskey Rebellion Corps.
He was a lifetime member of the Port 5 National Assn. of Naval Vets, Fayerweather Yacht Club, the George A. Smith Post 74 of the American Legion and a 50-year member of Fidelity-St. John's Lodge No. 3.
Ken is survived by his two sons and their wives, Ross and Colleen Dalling of Shelton and Grant and Jennifer Dalling of SC; three grandchildren, Ross K. Dalling of Oxford, Kayla Dalling of Stratford and Bryce Dalling of SC; and great-grandson, Ross Matthew Dalling. He is also survived by a stepdaughter, Barbara (Bob) Karosy and their children, Bobby and Jonathan of Bridgeport and a stepson, Mike (Judith) Olex and their children, Jeffrey and Brian. Ken was predeceased by his grandson, Matthew Dalling; his brother, Robert H. Dalling and his two sisters, Dorothy Hyde and Gladys Fitz.
Friends are invited to attend his funeral service at First Church Congregational on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. followed by interment in Lawncroft Cemetery with full Military Honors. Friends may greet his family on Monday, February 20, 2023 from 2-5 p.m. at the Shaughnessey Banks Funeral Home, 50 Reef Road in Fairfield Center.
Donations may be made in his memory to the West Haven VA Medical Center, 950 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516 or to First Church, 148 Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. To send an online condolence, please visit www.shaughnesseybanks.com
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Michelle Fitz
February 22, 2023
UNCLE KEN. So many Funtime memories
Great times at the Fairfield Gazebo concerts Love You Forever. Todd & Michelle
Jack Szepessy
February 18, 2023
Kenny and I met at Ludlowe, Freshman year. His locker was next to mine and we had homeroom together in room 203. He was a friend to many and loved his community. He will be greatly missed. May you rest in peace Kenny.
My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Sincerely,
Jack Szepessy
Angelo Cerrone
February 18, 2023
I´m very sorry to learn of Ken´s passing. A good man, a kind man.
Brad Durrell, Southport, NC
February 16, 2023
Ken was a gentleman who did so much for the Town of Fairfield. He truly understood the meaning of "community" by making his hometown a better place. My thoughts are with his family.
Marshall Gordon
February 15, 2023
In Memory of Kenny Dalling for his Family and Friends Rest in Peace my Friend. Met Ken through his Sons Ross and Grant. Kenny You were the Best of Best always there for everyone´s needs the town your friends and family a Perfectionist in Your Business. Marshall Gordon Bpt
A Fellow US Navy Sailor
February 15, 2023
Fair Winds and Following Seas, Shipmate. Your watch is over, rest in peace.
Thomas R Fedele
February 14, 2023
R.I.P.
Gerry stopa
February 14, 2023
Sorry to hear about Kenny passing he was a great friend for many years
Deb Ross Hogan
February 13, 2023
Sorry to see the passing of your dad.memories of soft ball and the things he did for the town.Deb Ross Hogan
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