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Kenneth Blekicki Obituary
Kenneth C. Blekicki, 76, of Lancaster,
formerly of Reading, passed away on
Saturday, May 18, 2019, at Lancaster
General Hospital.
He was born in Reading to Arlene (Clouser) and Frank J. Blekicki. A graduate of Reading High School, Ken had a distinguished career as a performer, arranger, conductor, composer, lyricist, stage manager, director and educator. He held degrees from
Lebanon Valley College, San Diego State University and the University of Michigan.
Ken taught music education at Fleetwood Middle School for more than 40 years, where he touched the lives of
hundreds of children and adults. He also worked as music director for Albright College and the Reading Civic Opera Society.
Ken had performed with Jimmy Dorsey, Ray Charles, Sammy Davis, Andy Williams, Al Martino, Nat King Cole, Rosemary Clooney and many other well-known stars. He is the proud recipient of the United Way of America Second Century Initiative for Innovation and Excellence award for his composition, "Let's All Band Together."
Ken served as pit conductor for Circle Arts in Los
Angeles, and worked extensively in musical theatre on both coasts. Locally, he played with Watts Line and the jazz group Gamut and Zaz Zu Zat. He was a member of the
Hershey Symphony Big Band.
Ken enjoyed traveling the world and spending time in London. He was an owner at Abbeyville Road Studio in Lancaster.
He is survived by many loving cousins.
A celebration of Ken's amazing life will be held Sunday, June 16, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. at One United Church of Christ, 1730 New Holland Road, Reading, PA, 19607.
Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, is assisting with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Blekicki
John Green
May 27, 2023
It was a joy to have known Ken and been a bud at Reading High and Lebanon Valley. We learned good stuff from each other. RIP Kenny
Dr. John F. Green
May 27, 2022
Time passes too quickly. Hard to believe Ken has been gone 3 years already. Ken was a bud at RHS and Lebanon Valley College, always a decent human being as well as a notable talent. His being a teacher means his influence is widespread and enduring, his existence contributing a good deal more than most. RIP.
JFG
Ann Goodwin-Williams
June 7, 2019
I was saddened to learn of Ken's passing. We were in RHS together and I also worked with his Aunt Dolly at the Reading Museum. He was such a talent so many years ago I was not surprised to read all of his accomplishments. Sympathies to his family.
David Lahr
June 7, 2019
I remember Mr. Bellucci playing guitar in our 7th grade class at Kutztown Jr. High.
A different approach at that time1!
June 4, 2019
Ken also taught at Kutztown Jr High School for a short period, I remember him well, I believe it was 7th grade. He played the guitar. He was a good teacher. Kenny Wiltrout
June 3, 2019
To Ken Blekicki's Family,
Ken was in my home room at RHS. Great sense of humor
Jared Bitting
June 2, 2019
I had the honor and privilege of having Ken as a teacher and then later in life as a colleague and friend. Ken was a wise man with an amazing sense of humor. The school day was never dull when he was around.
Thank you, Ken, for all of the lives you touched, may you live on forever in them.
John Green
June 2, 2019
Ken had a most impressive career and was a talented musician and fine human being. I knew him from Reading High and Lebanon Valley College days. He did well at tennis, to add to his other skills. RIP
Rich Wentzel
June 2, 2019
I am saddened to read of Kenny's passing. It has been more than 30 years since I left Reading but I always considered him a good friend. We met at Civic Opera in the '70s and discovered several common interests. This time of year we would be out smacking the tennis ball around in Hampden Park. To this day I thinking of the look of frustration on his face if he slammed the ball into the old reservoir.
Kenny possessed great talent in his musical abilities whether it be his performance or composition and arranging. His passing definitely leaves a void in this world. RIP my friend.
Sandy (Fritz) Kring
June 2, 2019
Deepest sympathy to the Blekicki family. Ken was my neighbor on Hollenbach Street for a number of years. I remember the private concert as he practiced at home. We also played board games on the front porch in the summer. Love his whole family. Have wonderful memories. Very talented and popular. RIP
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