Kenneth David "Ken" Foye

12/19/1936 - 12/21/2024

BORN

12/19/1936

DIED

12/21/2024

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Kenneth Foye Obituary

Montgomery, Texas - Kenneth "Ken" David Foye passed away Dec. 21, 2024, in Houston, Texas, at MD Anderson Hospital after a battle with lung cancer. He fought a hard fight. Ken was a former longtime resident of Ledyard. He had relocated to Montgomery, Texas, to be with family and get cancer treatment. Ken is the son of Herbert and Thelma Foye. He was born Dec. 19, 1936, in New London.

He attended Fitch High School. He entered the U.S. Air Force in 1954, was honorable discharged in 1958, and fulfilled his Reserves obligation April 12, 1962.

Ken married the love of his life, Elizabeth Anne Street Sept. 20, 1958. They were married for 64 years. Kenneth took full care of his wife for the last five years of her life.

Kenneth was an electrician who followed his dad's trade for 51 years. He retired from the Navy Exchange in 2013. He enjoyed taking care of his yard and especially installing Christmas decorations, for which he won the neighborhood award for several years.

Kenneth is survived by John "Jackie" Foye, of Montgomery, Texas, Lori Daughtery (long-time resident of Ledyard) who recently relocated to Montgomery, Texas, Craig Pollard (who was like a second son) of California. He also leaves brothers-in-law, Bill (Joyce) Street, Jim (Cathy) Street, Bobby Street and Butch (Marion) Street and Mike (Linda) Street; and sister-in-law Debbie (Rob) Esposito; also, numerous nieces and nephews; and many great friends. Ken will be missed by his grandchildren: John Jr. (Bristie), Justin (Rose), Kelsey (Nick), Daniel (Tracy), Deanna (Matt), Nick (Jessica) and Megan (Ryan); and his 14 great-grandchildren. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife of 64 years; his daughter Susan (John) Dydo; sister Sylvia (Zeke) Swinehart; and brother William Foye; also, Pat (Dan) Gula, John Street and in-laws, Pat and William Street.

Graveside service and gathering will be held at a later date in 2025. No flowers; please send memorial contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, (https.www.stjude.org)

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Published by The Day on Dec. 29, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Foye

8 Entries

Diane Moran (Morosini)

December 29, 2024

Such a comfort knowing Uncle Kenny was just across the street. Always willing to give a helping hand for anything. So smart & could figure anything out. Jokes, he had so many. Beach Pond, horseshoes, lawn mowing & snow blowing. He had every tool you could ever need kept in a perfectly organized shed. So amazing how he took such great care of Aunt Betty, and always trying to make things easier for her. What a patient loving man he was. Even though he has been in Texas for the past year, when I look out my front window, it´s still & will always be Uncle Kenny´s house. I love you & will miss you very much, Kenny Foye!

Kevin Semprini

December 29, 2024

Ken, thank you for your humor and quick wittedness. Your love for life and family were extrodinary.
I've always said, if in conversation or in thought of the loss of a friend or loved one, it brings a smile to your face and a warm feeling in your heart, what more can be said. Kenny Foye, mission accomplished!
Love you all!
Kevin

Michael Quibble

December 29, 2024

I miss my `ol friend. We spoke almost daily. Things I will remember- he was extremely funny! He was clever as-all-get-out. He was loyal. He had a heart of Gold and a soft gooey center that he preferred you didn´t notice. But most of all, he was an amazing husband, father, and teacher to me. You see, I had a front row seat to the best self-improvement class money could buy. I witnessed first-hand how to be a "real" man. I watched him take care of his wife during her last 5-6 years that simply exhausted me to no end. He did all this without uttering one word. Not a single complaint. Not even a sigh. For this I will be forever grateful. To all of you he was Ken. To me, he was and forever will be- Mr. Foye. Too much respect to refer to him any other way. Rest in peace my friend for you completed / took care of all the things you that was of the utmost importance to you.

Dave Fairman

December 29, 2024

Rest in Peace Ken

Lori his daughter

December 29, 2024

My dad was one of a kind always helping others and keeping his yard perfect the Christmas decorates were always awesome he took such great care of my mom before she passed he will be missed so much love you dad

John

December 29, 2024

Dad you were very good at so many things you had a special heart that always wanted to help others. Your mind was sharp always thinking of things to say many with humor to make people laugh.

I'm so proud to have been your son Dad.

You took wonderful care of mom during her last 5 years while she battled with dementia. It was amazing the you built things to help you care for her. You told me now, "It's my turn because she took care of me all those years".

You have so many people that have been checking on you since moving to Texas. You've touch so many lives and you were loved by them all.

The last year since you moved to Texas for cancer treatment was amazing. To watch you fight this battle of cancer when you were never being sick for all those years was courageous and brave.

Our time together this last year was very special Dad. You will be missed dearly Dad.
Love you more Dad.

Barbara Donovan

December 29, 2024

I work at the Groton Townhouse and served yout Mom and Dad for many years. My sister worked with your Mom at Surf and Turf. Wonderful people. The last time I saw your dad he said he was moving to Texas. I am so very sorry for your loss. He is missed.

Joel street

December 29, 2024

Rest in peace uncle kenny

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