GENEVA - Dr. Kenneth Roberts Carle, husband of Edita Freimanis Carle (d. 2018), and loving father of four children and nine grandchildren, died peacefully at his home in Ferris Hills on January 27 in his 93rd year. Kenneth has lived in Geneva and Canandaigua, N.Y. since 1959.

A memorial service is planned for February 25 at 1:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church in Geneva.Kenneth was born in Keene, New Hampshire in 1929. He grew up on the campus of Keene State College, where his father was the Dean of Students. He earned a B.A. in Chemistry from Middlebury College, a Master's degree from University of New Hampshire, and Ph.D. in physical organic chemistry from the University of Delaware.

Kenneth met Edita Freimanis in Stamford, Connecticut, and they were married in 1957. In 1959, Kenneth and Edita moved to Geneva, N.Y., where Kenneth worked as a professor of Organic Chemistry at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Kenneth served as the pre-med advisor for 25 years and helped hundreds of students enter the medical profession. Edita taught nursing at Marion S. Whelan School of Practical Nursing at Geneva General Hospital.

Kenneth, Edita, and their children were avid skiers, sailors, and world travelers. The family lived in the Philippines for two years. Kenneth was a Fulbright Scholar in Manila in 1966-67, and he taught chemistry at Silliman University in Dumaguete in 1973-74. The Carles were active members of the Presbyterian Church in Geneva.

Kenneth is survived by his four children, Robert (Susanna Chung) Carle, Kenneth (Jennifer) Carle, Sigrid (Beth) Carle, and Sandra (John) Pilotte; and his grandchildren Alex, Timothy, Christopher, Ryan, Jason, Aaron Freimanis, Zachary, Caleb, and Anna Edita.

The family would like to thank his aides who took such good care of our father in his final years, especially Belinda, Jill, Dan, and Emily.

Memorial Contributions In his memory may be made to Hobart and William Smith Colleges c/o The Dr. Kenneth R. Carle Endowed Summer Science Research Fund.

For those wishing to write a note of condolence, please visit www.devaneybennettfh.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to the DeVaney-Bennett Funeral Home.

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Published by Finger Lakes Times from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2023.

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Alan Barton

February 22, 2023

Ken, sorry to see you move on! Ken and Edie were wonderful friends of my parents, Don and Ginnie Barton. As kids we saw the crazy New Year´s Eve theme costume parties our parents had for many years. We all enjoyed the summer events and bbqs at the Seneca Yacht Club. Ken was wonderful at talking to and listening to kids and others of any age or nationality. Very welcoming and friendly. In the later years it was wonderful that my dad and Ken, along with other Geneva friends were able to continue their friendships and support for one another at Ferris Hills. It was nice for our family to reconnect with Ken in the Ferris Hills dining room and various parties. Many fond memories of a great family friend. The entire Barton family sends the Carle family our condolences and hugs. Such a nice man!

Kathy (Spina) Main

February 2, 2023

So very sorry for your loss. Dr. Carle was always so nice when we all lived on Delancey Dr. Sending prayers and love to the family.

Grant Davies

February 1, 2023

Uncle Ken was one of the people I admired most in my life as someone who genuinely fulfilled life. He was always warm and welcoming, interested and engaged, open and honest, patient and supportive, and his positive attitude was contagious! Many fond memories that will stay with me include family events in Geneva, HWS, the cottage, Cape Cod, Edie and Ken´s visits to our homes over the years, Chinese New Year Parade in SF, St. Patrick´s Day Parade in Napals, and many more!

Donald Woodrow

January 31, 2023

I salute my old pal with whom I shared many HWS experiences and who steered so many HWS students to rewarding careers. All best to Edie and family. Don Woodrow

Janet Balk

January 31, 2023

I loved Dr. Carle! He had the unique ability of demonstrating the fact that he was brilliantly smart without making you feel like you weren't. He shared his love of learning with you. His stories were very engaging and so funny!! You could easily talk to him for hours. It was so apparent how much he loved his wife and children!! He welcomed you into his home and made you feel as if you were a very important visitor. I am so sad to say goodbye!

Kim Bruzee-Smith

January 31, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Geoff Newman

January 31, 2023

I was so sorry to hear the news. I loved your father and valued his friendship all the years we spent vacationing together on the Cape, getting Chrittmas trees from the Coleman farm and all the other times and adventures we shared. Ken was a great man who was always smiing and enthusiastically living life. I will miss him.

Barbara D´Angelo Riley

January 31, 2023

Carle Family~My deepest condolences for your significant loss. I loved your parents, and my heart aches for you all. Thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.

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