CORINTH, NY & LEESBURG, FL – Kenneth A. Green, 65, of Corinth and Leesburg, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020 at Saratoga Hospital. Born on May 3, 1955 in Painsville, OH, he was the son of Kenneth Green of Waukee, IA and the late Shirley (Trudell) Green. Ken graduated from high school in St. Joseph, MO and then graduated from Missouri WesternState with a degree in Sociology. He was employed as President of the Blue Springs, MO Chamber of Commerce and then after moving to the Saratoga Springs area, he was employed as Vice-President of the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation, and eventually became the SEDC president. This was a role made in Heaven for a developer of dreams. Ken was active in helping recruit many businesses to Saratoga County, including Ace Warehouse, Target Warehouse, the Ball Corporation, and State Farm. He was especially proud of his participation in the successful recruitment of Global Foundries in Malta which resulted in thousands of new jobs. He was recognized as a leading economic development specialist in NYS and selected as State Economic Developer of the year several times. Ken was a member of the Christ Methodist Church of Glens Falls and during his youth, was active in Boy Scouts and served as a Scout Leader later in life. He married Chris Rawson on Oct. 24, 2015 in Corinth and the couple has resided in Corinth for five years and recently in Leesburg, Florida. Ken enjoyed playing guitar, feeding birds, traveling, his time spent in Florida, watchingmovies, cooking, and spending time with his family and friends. His gentle soul and love of life are everlasting. Ken was a dreamer, imaginative, entrepreneurial, fun loving and inspiring. Besides his mother, he was also predeceased by two grandsons, Nicholas Ball and Matthew McGovern. Survivors besides his loving wife include six children, Bradley Green of Independence, MOand Shelley Green (Christian Huston) of Corinth, Jessica Ball of Hudson Falls, Jody Romano (John Rose Jr.) of Corinth, Chuck Ball (Amy) of Corinth, and Brittney Sanders (Rob) of Corinth; 13 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; his former wife, Claudia Green of Independence, MO; one brother, L. Todd Green (Cheryl) of Waukee, IA; and his nieces, nephews and cousins. A Celebration of Ken’s life will held at a later date to be announced. The family wishes to thank the first responders for their professionalism and also the staff and nurses at Saratoga Hospital for their kindness and compassionate care given to Ken.The family suggests that memorials take the form of contributions to help with the funeral expenses. Arrangements are under the direction of the Densmore Funeral Home, Inc., 7 Sherman Ave., Corinth. http://www.lastingmemories.com/kenneth-a-green

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Published by The Saratogian from Sep. 2 to Sep. 3, 2020.

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Brian Cumming

September 8, 2020

Twenty years ago Ken agreed to bless our new born In the Japanese Garden at Yaddo. He arrived in true Ken Green style, not only fully prepared but he brought along the Bishop, his father, to seal the deal! Rest easy Kenny

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Robin Dewald

September 8, 2020

I am so sorry for our loss. Ken was an exceptional person. I will always remember him as a kind soul who would give anything and everything to support others. God bless, Robin

Courtenay Hall

September 6, 2020

I was very saddened to learn of Ken's death. Ken was an excellent provider for his family and our County. Many county residents owe their employment and success to Ken's untiring efforts to bring industries and employers to Saratoga.

I worked with Ken in an informal manner on several projects and was impressed with his integrity, his diligence and his modesty. Ken had a good sense of humor and was a good companion.

I express my sincere sympathies to Mrs. Green and to Ken's children and grandchildren. Ken Green helped in many material ways to improve our county's economy and future and I thank his family for sharing him with us.

Rest well, friend.

Paul Schock

September 3, 2020

Very sorry for your loss - we knew him as a kind and good man.

Bill Higgins

September 3, 2020

I am heartbroken. We have lost a good man. Our loss, heavens gain. His spirit is with me forever.

Shelley Riley

August 31, 2020

I worked with and later for Ken for several years. His forward thinking, his his commitment to economic development in Saratoga County, his love of his adopted community, his professionalism, and his warm smile are what I remember most about Ken. My condolences to the family.

David Marsh

August 31, 2020

Ken was a true visionary and brought much to the Saratoga Region through his role with SEDC. Always a pleasure to speak with him and work with him to bring industry to the area.

Ruth Hart

August 29, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to Chris an Kens family .May God comfort you all .

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