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Kenneth Francis Besso Sr.
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Kenneth was born in Boston, Massachusetts to the late Michael and Elizabeth Besso. He is predeceased by 4 sisters and 3 brothers. He was married for 68 years, a love story that was the foundation of his life. After high school, he worked as a welder on the Kitty Hawk Ship and served in the National Guard. Spent 42 dedicated years with RCA/GE before retiring. One of his many accomplishments included helping build the antennas on the World Trade Center. Above all, his family was the most important part of his life, and he cherished every moment with them.
Beloved husband of Joan M. Besso (Marella). Devoted father of Kenneth Besso, Jr. (Annamarie), Cheryl DeMarco (Ray) and Janelle Foschini (Philip) and the late Steven and Bryan Besso (Lisa). Loving grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 11.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 4:00PM - 6:00PM, at the COSTANTINO-PRIMO FUNERAL HOME, 231 W. White Horse Pike, Berlin, NJ, and again on Monday, September 22, 2025, from 10:00AM - 11:00 M, at Saint Simon Stock Parish, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 178 W. White Horse Pike, Berlin, NJ 08009. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00AM. Interment to follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Berlin, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ken's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, 3 Eves Drive, Suite 310, Marlton. NJ 08053
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