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Kenneth Soltz Obituary
Ken was born on Jan. 25, 1949, at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital in New London. He grew up on 16 Dart St., the youngest of three children. Graduating from New London High School in 1967, Ken went on to study pharmacy at the University of Connecticut where he graduated in 1972. There, he was a member of the Kappa Psi fraternity.
Afterward, he accepted a position in the pharmacy at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, where he remained for 40 years.
In recent years, Ken became a recreational golfer and had many interests including gardening, playing blackjack, watching the New York Yankees and rooting for the UConn basketball teams. He was also a member of the Ahavath Chesed Synagogue. But, his first loves were always his family and the many friends he found along his journey.
Ken is survived by his wife of 38 years this October, Judy (Hall) Soltz, and their daughter, Jacqueline Soltz; his mother Sallie (Horowitz) Soltz; sister, Charlene Soltz Etkes and her husband; his uncles, Lester and Seymour; mother- and sister-in-law, Helen Danz Hall and Christine Hall; and his Norfolk terrier, Beatrix Soltz. He was predeceased by his father and brother, Jacob and Howard Soltz; his favorite father-in-law, Robert Gordon Hall; and his first dogs, Baxter and Bennet Soltz.
We are grateful to those who have supported us and who cared for Ken during this time. We would especially like to thank: Nancy "Freddie" Duhaime, Nagy Wasef and the rest of the pharmacy crew; as well as Pam and Dick Walsh and all of our family friends.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Howard Soltz Memorial Scholarship at New London and Fitch High Schools or UConn School of Pharmacy in his name. We will be arranging a separate scholarship fund in Ken's name at New London and Stonington High schools.
Calling hours will be held Wednesday, June 12, at Mystic Funeral Home, Route 1 Mystic (51 Williams Ave.) between 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. The funeral will be held on Thursday, June 13, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery, Route 27, Mystic.
The family invites you to visit www.mysticfuneralhome.com to leave an online message of condolence.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Soltz
Charles katz
June 5, 2023
Your still missed cousin !
Kimberly Cripps
July 10, 2013
Dear Judy and Jackie, I was so sorry to hear about Ken. I hold many fond memories of times our lives have crossed. I will always remember Adult Learn to Skate and our daughters skating at Conn College. I will also remember Ken (and you) at all those rowing regattas. What memories. My heart is with you.
Gayle Clow
June 14, 2013
Judy, I am so sorry to hear of Kenny's death. I have seen either of you since graduation. Kenny was such a wonder, funny buddy.
June 14, 2013
Kenny was a good person, I saw him last October at the Thames Barber Shop. We talked about Hoxie, his father, the new Acura he was purchasing and him not retiring. I did not recognize him at first and had not seen him for years and did not realized his dad had passed. Life was short for the Soltz boys. Their father and uncles work long and hard for them. Deepest sympathy and condolences to their families.
mike giordano
Faith (Margolis) Ploszaj
June 14, 2013
Growing up on Plant St. put us together all through our school years, including UCONN, but as adults we reconnected at the beginning of my nursing career at L & M Hospital. Although it's been many years, I think of Kenny fondly and am deeply saddened. My sincere condolences go out to the Soltz family.
June 14, 2013
I have many fond memories of growing up in New London with Kenny.
He will be missed.
Sandy Orenstein Rich
Henderson, NV
nathan Lubchansky
June 13, 2013
Dear Sallie, Charlene and the Soltz family. I have many happy memories of Ken when i moved to 20 Dart Street in the middle 60's. He was always pleasant. I am so sorry for your loss
Judi Deglin
June 13, 2013
Ken was a classmate of mine at UCONN who I reconnected with at seminars. A nicer, kinder man I have not met. May happy memories comfort you at this difficult time. Judi Deglin
Channie Currie
June 13, 2013
Dear Judy, I am shocked and truly sadden by Ken's passing. It has Many years since we have seen each other, but never forgot the time we all spent together working at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
sue matheny
June 13, 2013
God bless Ken and god bless his family..
June 13, 2013
Judy & Family.... Please accept my sincere sympathy on Ken's passing. I will always remember the fun times we had, when I was Ken's Casino Host. He was a great man, and he will be surely missed...Rich Giudice
Joyce Gardner, L&M ER Registration
June 13, 2013
Judy, Jacqueline, family and friends', with heartfelt sympathy at the loss of Ken, a happy go lucky gentleman, that will greatly be missed at L&M. You always called me your "buddy", so welcome to your every lasting glory, from "your buddy to mine".
Ellen Bernstein
June 12, 2013
Dear Soltz Family, I don't have any words of wisdom. Our families were as one before I was born. Kenny was always kind and smiling and I know his loss leaves a hole for you all, so keep talking about him, tell the funny stories, and take care of each other.
Aunt Judy joins me in sending Love.
Kerry Morth
June 12, 2013
Dear Judy, My thoughts and condolences to you and your family at this time. It was an honor and a pleasure to have come to know and work with Ken for so many years at L&M. Such a friendly guy, always a ready smile and fun to be around. He will be missed and remembered.
Ralph Stanzione
June 12, 2013
Soltz Family-
Surprised and saddened by Ken's passing. We reconnected when we both worked at Fort Hill Pharmacy. Classmate & fraternity brother.
Ralph M. Stanzione, Groton, CT
Maureen Adams
June 12, 2013
Judi, I am so sorry for your loss. I have many many fond memories of working with Ken throughout our years at L&M. My sympathies to you and your family.
June 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. My deepest sympathies to you both Judy and Jacqueline. I have missed working with Ken this past year... Lots of love, Rachel Biello, RN
June 12, 2013
Dear Judy,Jackie and Family,
We are very saddened and will miss our beloved friend and frequent visitor. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Our love,
Cindy, Luke and Marc
Lori Jensen, RN
June 12, 2013
To the Soltz Family:
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Ken will be remembered by the L&M family for his many years in the Pharmacy.
Blessings to you all.
Stefanie Smolen
June 11, 2013
Judy and Jacqueline,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Even though I only got to meet Ken while he was sick, as my patient on the rehab unit, I was so touched by his wonderful personality and motivation to fight. I feel blessed to have met him.
Lynda Bedri
June 11, 2013
Heartful sympathy to your entire family. It was a pleasure to know Ken for more than 20 years at L&M as well as Fort Hill pharmacy. May beautiful memories help to ease your sorrow. God speed Ken
Carole Showalter
June 11, 2013
Dear Judy and Family,
I am sorry to hear about Ken. As you may recall I had the pleasure to work with him at the hospital for many years. He was one of the few gentlemen that always had a smile on face and would talk to everyone. I enjoyed many meetings with him and used to eat lunch next to him and the pharmacy group. It was a pleasure to have known him. I am very sorry for your loss. Please know that there are so many others like myself, I'm sure that will remember him this way too......
Erin Hernandez
June 11, 2013
Judy and Jacqueline - My heart goes out to you. Thinking of you all, with love and prayers
Erin Foote Hernandez
JOE AUGUSTO, RN
June 11, 2013
A PEACEFUL NEW JOURNEY TO YOU, MY FRIEND KEN. WATCH OVER YOUR FAMILY FROM HEAVEN.
Frappier
June 11, 2013
Lester, We are sorry for the loss of your nephew. We have many fond memories of you in old New London. Your Soltz Meat Market will always be remembered as a landmark. Mom (Bella)looked forward to shop there for many years not only for wonderful cuts of meat but for conversation with you and your family. Take care of yourself. Your "old"friends, Ed and Gloria
Fran Katz
June 11, 2013
Dear Judy and Jaclyn
Charles and I as well as Tori, Todd and Matthew are deeply saddened by the loss of Ken. This past year we were so inspird by his strength and courage and yours as well. It was a joy to hear and see Kenny and Charles have many heartwarming conversations. His life and spirit will always be a part of our lives and family as will you and Jaclyn.
Nancy Logel
June 11, 2013
We have so many fond memories of Ken as he enjoyed watching our children grow from across the street. Our thoughts are with you Judy and Jackie and your entire family. Ken will be missed....
KAREN (FORT HILL PHARMACY)
June 11, 2013
Judy and Jacqueline, I am so very sorry for your loss. Ken was such a great guy, their isn't a memory I have of him that doesn't bring a smile to my face. He will be truly missed.
Sharon Walgreen
June 11, 2013
Dear Judy
I have not seen you in years but my heart go out to you and Jacqueline. I know how hard it is to loose a husband ,friend and father. Keep stronge and stay by your family.
Diane Weitlauf
June 11, 2013
So sorry for your loss.You & your family are in my thoughts and prayers!God bless.
Don Northrop
June 11, 2013
It's been a long time since my youth in New london but some of my fondest memories are of the period we lived at Plant & Ocean and the times we had playing ball, organized & disorganized with all the kids in the Plant St./Dart St neighborhood of which the Soltz brothers, Kenny and Hoxie, were key. Kenny was a good friend and one of the people I often thought of over the years. My sympathies go out to his family.
John Parisi
June 11, 2013
Fraternity brother, recent reintroduction, fine man. I enjoyed seeing him these last few years and will remember him for his kind,warm spirit.The world will miss him.
Kate O'Brien
June 11, 2013
I love you, Judy. You and Jacqueline are in my thoughts today.
charles Katz
June 11, 2013
My dearest cousin Kenny I will always treasure our growing up together. I will miss you. Judy & Jacqueline my heart hurts for you in this time of sorrow, God Bless
Kathy Rinkes
June 11, 2013
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