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Kenneth Daus Obituary

Daus, Kenneth E. ROTTERDAM Kenneth E. Daus, 61, of Rotterdam, beloved husband of Charlene Richenecker Daus, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home with his loving family by his side on Monday, December 10, 2007. Born in Troy, N.Y., on August 26, 1946, he was the son of the late Frederick H. and Emma (Bowen) Daus. Ken married the former Charlene Richenecker in 1966 and the two have shared a union of love and devotion for over 41 years. He was a graduate of Shaker High School and also served his country in the U.S. Navy Reserves. Ken was a member of the Rotterdam Elks Lodge, a commissioner for the Rotterdam Pop Warner and was a coach for the Carmen Little League. He enjoyed the game of golf and was an avid N.Y. Yankee fan. Ken was employed as an electrician by General Electric in Schenectady, a position he retired from in 2004 after 39 years of service and has resided in Rotterdam for the last 41 years. Survivors in addition to his beloved wife include his three sons, Kenneth C. (Andrea) Daus of Frederick, Md., Jason E. (Alisun) Daus of Esperance, and Kacy E. (Jamie Walsh) Daus of Rotterdam; his daughter, Michele Czub of Saratoga; his five cherished grandchildren, Alexis, Taylor, Tyler, Jason Jr. and Cameron Daus; as well as his brother, Bryan (Deborah) Daus of Cape Coral, Fla. and six sisters, Marilyn (Art) Ferguson of Averill Park, Shirley Armstrong of Saratoga, Valorie (Bill) Caldwell of Latham, Diane Mastriani of Mechanicville, Theodora Kalbfliesh of Colo. and Marie Gardner of Md.; his sister-in-law, Jill Czub; his uncle, William Daus; several nieces and nephews. A celebration of Ken's life will be held on Thursday, December 13 at 11:00 a.m. at the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home, 149 Old Loudon Road, Latham. Pastor David Bissett will officiate. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 3-7 p.m. Interment will take place in Memory's Garden, Colonie. For directions, information or to light a memory candle for the family please visit www.dufresneandcavanaugh.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Dec. 12, 2007.

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Kate Nichols

April 16, 2008

I will never forget his laugh. He was a wonderful man.

With Love,

Kate Nichols

Vicki & Dave VanAlstyne

December 17, 2007

Val,Bill, Lauren& McKenzie,
Just heard about your brothers passing. We are so sorry for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Love, Dave & Vicki

Rich & Diana Bleau

December 13, 2007

Val & family -
So sorry to hear about your brother's passing. I remember him years ago when he used to hang out with my brother Willy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Nicholas Forchilli

December 13, 2007

To the Daus Family:
I am very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Gary McNamee

December 12, 2007

The Daus Family,
Sorry for your loss of Ken. I didn't know him well, but always enjoyed him on the Pocono and CPC golf trips. A lot of fun. We'll miss him too.

Terry and Karen Jackson

December 12, 2007

The Daus Family,

Sorry to hear of Ken's passing. We had alot of fun following Kacy and our son Stephen around upstate New York, watching them play American Legion baseball. We always looked forward to talking with you at the games. Our hearts and prayers are with the family. God bless you all.

Mary Anne Tankersley

December 12, 2007

Val -
So sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Condolences to you, Bill and the family

Jackie Witter- Sauvageau

December 12, 2007

The Daus Family,
Words can't discribe what you must be going through. I'm so sorry for your loss. Ken was like another father to me when I was a play group. He was a great role model and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

MARY & MICHAEL GERACI

December 12, 2007

Bryan and Deb, Please know that our Thoughts & Prayers are with you. May all your wonderful memories of your Brother help you to get through this difficult time.
God Bless You and Your Family.
Michael & Mary Geraci & Family

Nick, Kelly, and Lily Sturgis

December 12, 2007

To the Daus Family:
You have our deepest sypmathies, and our thoughts and prayers are with you throughout this most difficult time. Words cannot possibly express the loss you suffered, but may our prayers and thoughts help to convey what your hearts feel but words cannot say.

Andrea Gallant

December 12, 2007

Charlene and Family,
May the sadness you now feel be quickly replaced by loving memories of cherished moments together. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Andrea Gallant

Mike Dolan

December 12, 2007

A true family man, if you knew Ken, you liked Ken. Always quick with a joke or an opinion, a man with a true passion for life and ever thing he did. I am a better person for having known him. God rest his soul, and heaven has a new master of ceremony.

Lisa VanVleck

December 12, 2007

Val and family
So sorry to hear of Ken's passing he was such a nice guy always a smile and ready to make you laugh. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of you.

Love,
Lisa, Vaughn and Sam

Brooke Gander

December 12, 2007

Charlene, Ken, Jay & Kacey (& all the family)

To have, to love, and then to suffer such a loss can be the greatest sorrow of a heart. But may you find comfort in knowing that your husband and father is now in a better place where no more suffering will need to be had. He will always be there, though not in flesh, but in your hearts.

It's not the days, but the moments that we remember. May god bless you with wonderful memories.

w/Love,

Brookie

Linda McLane

December 12, 2007

Bryan & Deb
So very sorry to hear of your brother's passing. You and your entire family are in our prayers at this time.

Erica Livinston (Daus)

December 12, 2007

You were a beloved friend and the best Uncle a girl could have. I will miss you dearly. My memories will always be filled with thoughts of love.
We all had the best times (and left with very full bellies!) whenever we had a party at Uncle Ken's.
You will never be forgotten, may you be at peace now.
I love you with all my heart!

Chris and Chrissie Gallant

December 12, 2007

To Ken's Family:
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. May your cherished memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!!

Rachelle (Daus)Sturgis

December 12, 2007

Hey there Unk-
God Bless and play golf forever! It's going to be tough not hearing your laugh and eating your White Clam Sauce. To a man who was an inspiration and whom I truly admired, you will always be in my heart. I know you will be watching over me and my family. Thank-you and miss you much! xoxoxoxo

Aunt Char, Kacy+Jamie,Jay+Al,Kenny,
Hang in there we are a strong family(like Unk said)and we are here for you always!
Love You all!

The Cook Family

December 12, 2007

Rachelle, Joe and family,
I just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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