Kenneth N. Goldberg

1952 - 2022

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of beloved husband and cherished father Kenneth N. Goldberg, 69, of South Windsor, CT following a brief and devastating illness. Kenneth passed surrounded by his loving family, Patricia, Elizabeth and Timothy Power on July 20, 2022. Our hearts and those of so many friends and family are filled will unspeakable despair. He was born in Worcester, MA on September 5, 1952, the much-adored child of Billy and Bevy Goldberg. Ken was raised in West Hartford, graduating from Conard High School in 1970. His parents offered him a Chartreuse Green Firebird if he agreed to attend college locally, so off to University of Hartford he went, graduating in 1974 with a degree in Biology and the hottest car on campus. After graduation, he decided to put his math skills to good use; studied Accounting and found himself working as the Controller for real estate developers Bronson and Hutensky. The story goes that after a short while of watching how successful the office real estate brokers were, he decided to get a Brokers License himself. Being a broker was central to his being, he navigated the commercial real estate market with great skill, combining his outgoing talents for communication and knowledge of commercial real estate to become a top performer closing many deals. Upon joining the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation, Ken pursued and acquired a General Appraisers license. His vast background in real estate development as well as computers, marketing, construction and engineering rendered him a powerhouse of knowledge from whom many sought his opinion and advice. Everyone who knew Ken loved him. As unbelievable as it may seem, Ken was a man who never complained, never judged others and never said no when asked to help or assist. He was a joy to be with, always happy and always ready for adventure, a wonderful family trait his daughter Elizabeth also inherited. The Goldberg family have been longtime members and active participants on many synagogue committees for Beth Sholom B'nai Israel in Manchester. Among his proud accomplishments: serving for many years as a board member of MACC Charities, The Manchester Area Conference of Churches where he advised on their real estate holdings and acquisitions. Ken currently served as the International Director of the IRWA, International Rights of Way, Chapter 23 of Connecticut. Past positions included President and Treasurer. IRWA is a professional organization of Real Estate educators and practitioners. This group was particularly close to his heart, he was always on the lookout for new members and worked tirelessly to recruit professional speakers and educators to conduct courses. Ken was an active member in the LOTG Men's Book Club, specializing in Menu Reading and beer sampling where he enjoyed many evenings with good friends at Willington Pizza. His many interests include golf; recently attending the Traveler's Championship. He loved music, particularly Jazz which always played in the background while he worked in his home office. For many years, Ken was an avid sailor keeping his boat at Pilots Point or Noank and participating in various sailing competitions on the Sound. Ken often recalled how much he enjoyed summers spent on the Connecticut shoreline with his cousins the Cohens. Ken is survived by his wife Patricia Case, loving daughter Elizabeth Goldberg Power and his new son-in-law Timothy Power. He was predeceased by his parents William and Beverly Goldberg, sister Norma Hitchcock and recently his mother-in-law Joyce A. Case. Ken was a loving and devoted, father, uncle, spouse and friend; always generous with his time, love and attention. He leaves sisters-in-law, Susan Lunt (Richard), Kimberly Rastallis (Andrew) and Brother-in-law Alfred Case (Isabel), nephews Richard and Alfred Lunt, Zachary and Connor Rastallis, Dominic Santos, and William Hitchcock as well as great-niece Charlette Santos. Ken's large and extended family on both his mothers' and father's sides include many 1st and 2nd cousins hailing from New York to California. Ken had many close and dear friends from earliest childhood, college years and professional organizations; all devastated by his unexpected passing. Ken was particularly close to his cousins Jeffrey and Sally Goldberg of California for whom Ken's loss is unfathomable. The entire Case-Goldberg family wish to extend their heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Saud Anwar and the staff at Northeastern Pulmonary Associates for their years of support and excellent care. A graveside funeral service with be held on Thursday, 10:00, July 28th at the Hartford Mutual Cemetery, 78 Wolcott Road, East Granby (adjacent to the Simsbury Airport) with Rabbi Richard Plavin officiating. Following interment, the family will receive friends at Ken's daughters' home in Glastonbury. Shiva observance will be Thursday evening 6:30pm-9pm with a service at 8pm, Friday 10am-12pm, Sunday, 1pm-4pm with a service at 3pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Sholom B'nai Israel. 400 East Middle Turnpike, Manchester, CT. May his memory be a source of strength and a blessing. Funeral Arrangements provided by Hebrew Funeral Association, West Hartford