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Kenneth Africano Obituary
Born in Hartford, Ken was raised in Windsor Locks and was a graduate of Windsor Locks High School, class of '75. He was formerly employed by Finast Distribution Center for over 20 years. In his free time, Ken was a die-hard motorcycle enthusiast, having owned several classic BMW motorcycles. He toured the continental U.S. by motorcycle extensively. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his nieces and nephews whom he adored. Ken loved to tell a good story, and his wit and sense of humor were infectious to everyone around him. He loved to make others laugh.
Ken is survived by his mother, Dorothy (Alekson) Africano of Windsor Locks; a sister Elaine Frank of Windsor Locks; a brother, Richard Africano and his wife, Mary Ann of Glenmont, New York; and his nieces and nephews, Daniel and Rachel Frank, and Katie and Peter Africano. He was predeceased by his father Arthur Africano; two brothers, Mark and Robert Africano; and a brother-in-law, Mitchell Frank.
Services and burial are private.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Africano
Lynn Gruenberg
November 10, 2023
Still miss you and our long conversations. Had many wonderful motorcycle adventures with you. Loved that you weren't afraid to let me be road captain. Hoping you are whole and happy in heaven. You will always hold a piece of my heart.
Bill Porter
December 12, 2020
I will miss the company and conversation of my friend Ken.
He was strong in both wit and opinion. May you rest in the Lord dear buddy. My deepest condolences to his family.
Tom Bailey
December 6, 2020
I have known Ken for some time. I have ridden motorcycles with Ken from time to time and was a pleasure to be in his company.
Although we didn't have much contact in recent years Kens name would usually pop up in conversations with our mutual friends .
The best times we had is now in our memories and will always be there to bring smiles and good thoughts as we go forward.
He is now on that eternal lasting motorcycle ride and I know he is smiling and having a great time.
My best wishes to his family and friends as he will be missed.
Sue Carrabbia
November 19, 2020
My Dearest Kenny, I was shocked to hear of your death.I have many fond memories of many years we spent with each other.We had a lot of good times and many laughs. We rode many miles and often we stopped at many out places to eat.We would have lunches dinners at your house and at my house with my daughters and we had a lots of fun times. My grandchildren really liked you like you were part of the family. You , were a great man, well liked by everyone that knew you.You were intelligent and very thoughtful. You would help anyone that needed it. I will miss you very much. Rest in peace my friend. I love you
Sue Carrabbia
November 18, 2020
Dear Dot, Elaine, Rick, Daniel, Rachel, Katie and Peter, I am so sorry for your loss. Kenny was a good man. He loved you all v
Daniel, Rachel, Katie and Peter you were the children Kenny never had. He was so proud of all your accomplishments. He bragged about you all the time.
Well once again I am so sorry for your loss
Susan Carrabbia
November 18, 2020
Dot,Elaine,Rick,Daniel,Rachel,Katie and Peter, I am so sorry for your loss. Daniel,Rachel,Katie and Peter you were the children that Kenny never had. He was so proud of your accomplishments and bragged about you all.
Kenny loved you all.
John Cooley
November 17, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Kens passing, my confolances to his family, I worked with Ken at First National, he was a great guy, was well liked, and will be missed
Dale Cochran
November 17, 2020
I lost a very good friend. I will always treasure the good times we had on many of our motorcycle rides including the many rallies we attended over the last 30 plus years. RIP my friend, you will be missed.
Dale Cochran, your sidecar buddy.
Rage
November 17, 2020
One of my best riding buddy. Stopped many times at your paradise home on the mountain to drop you off, pick you up or just to say hello or bust your chops. Godspeed my friend.
Paul Lodola
November 17, 2020
A motorcycle friend that will be missed by many.
We are glad that we were in CT and visited him at the NEMG CLUB and SIDECAR RALLY.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Sincerely, Paul and Loie Lodola
Green Cove Springs FL.
Lynn Gruenberg
November 16, 2020
I'm so shocked. One of the best people I ever met. He was always there for who ever needed him. He will be missed by many. Thank you for all the good memories! My you ride God's roads in health and happiness!
Julia and Gene Shirley
November 16, 2020
Kenny was a longtime friend and will be missed by his Deadhorse family. Such a shame to die from a virus. Sympathies go to his family
Rob Gondek
November 16, 2020
my friend Kenny, missed you the past few years at our gatherings
Daniel Walton
November 16, 2020
I’m very dis-hearted to hear this sad news. I’m sure I can speak for myself and all the other people that knew him through motorcycling that he will be missed. Ken was such a good hearted person and when you tried to give something back to him he wanted to make it right with you even if you didn’t want anything.
Rest in peace my friend.
Daniel Walton
November 16, 2020
I’m very disheartened to see this news. I and I’m sure along with everybody else that knew him through motorcycling Will mourn of his passing and will miss him...
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