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Barbara Teatero posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Ken was such a fighter and with Shirley by his side, they showed us all the meaning of strength, courage, care and compassion. Ken will be missed but we know that he is in God’s hands. We have many memories of family dinners around Mary & Les’ table in Niagara Falls and Ken, with his great sense of humour teasing our boys who looked up to him both literally and figuratively (Ken was very tall). One time, Ken ‘played along’ and our boys scored a few dollars, they were over the moon and still talk about that today. One of our fondest memories was when Ken and Shirley got married. Les escorted the beautiful bride down the aisle and ‘gave her away’; he was so proud. As the years went by, even with Ken facing his health issues, they always took the time to check on Les, We are all blessed to have had Ken in our lives. Rest In Peace Ken.
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Kallie posted a condolence
Monday, July 20, 2020
Kallie advises that her humans are a bit out there. Yes, this will attest that I am all that. However, Ken loved this ball of fluff so much and she cared for him as well. My spin on her Purrrrspective….
I look for you but your hiding… Your smell seems to be getting further away, it makes me sad. I’m giving mommy extra head butts and purrsss. She is so sad too. Mommy says it’s going to be a long time before we get to be together again. I need to stay with her right now.
I have so much to do… I am behind on my play dates. It’s hard to play with mousy by myself. Mommy tried to toss it around. She just isn’t you. I need to teach her how to toss it up in the air, pull it back just in time. She will learn, I’m a good teacher. In the meantime; I want to thank you for the great air you used to help me achieve. Catching air like Mike. It was like I was flying!
Since it’s going to be a long time for us to see each other, I need to thank you for so much. To tell people that you were the most excellent human! You know, not too hard to train. I guess the best human I’ve ever had and am grateful for the time you took to play, pet and give me those snacks almost every day. Breakfast & lunch nibbles in my bed, delivered with a smile & some lovin.
My routine is a little different right now, I’m not getting snacks in bed. Mom gives them to me in the living room.
I need a pet a cure, my nails are getting long. Someone else will have to help her. Those extra toes are more work!
Thank you for my special sunroom of my very own. You build my patio in your den so we could have time together without getting in each other’s way. I do love getting in there on the sill the heat from the sun warming me… just perfect.
The best fur daddy ever!
Sweet dreams
Kallie
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Ken you will be missed. You have been a great neighbor to us. Seems like you have been burdened by these health issues the entire time I have known you, but that didn't stop you and your happy disposition stopping on over to say hello. It was a pleasure to know you better over the years and get my walk time in from time to time to visit with you at the hospital near my office in downtown Buffalo to share a laugh or two and you always had that "goofy" smile despite your situation at the time. Rest in Peace my friend. God Bless.
Michael Patrick Pullinzi
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Shirley Kensek posted a condolence
Friday, July 17, 2020
My mind is a jumble.
I’d like to give you a peek into a journey through life with my guy. Sorting through the pain of my loss right now is difficult. I will try to set that aside and bring back the wonderful moments we had. I want to share some of the adventure that God gave us. I was truly fortunate in knowing Ken.
As I remember the early days, we visited amusement parks, expositions, fairs, rallies, races, concerts and matches. The excitement of a roller coaster or a car race. The beauty of a bonsai that caught his eye. Pure hilarity of watching the Jack Russel terriers compete. They would race after a rabbit skin and pop thru the bales of haystacks; we would come back year after year to see them.
He loved going to Toronto and walking thru the stores or talking the Go train. Staying at my cousin Laura’s home was an extra perk. The people, food and scenery never disappointed us.
Ken seemed to have so much energy. He forever wanted to be on the move. Our road trips took us to so many places such as Rochester, Jamestown, Corning, Skaneateles, Wellsville, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina.
We had cherished the times we spent at the lake. Skaneateles was so beautiful. Sitting on the dock listening to the loons swim nearby, the companionship of Jack and Anna was extraordinary. I ‘m sure that Jack & Ken will share some great memories up in heaven.
The hot air balloon rallies in Wellsville gave us an excuse to pop in on treasured family. It was a colorful diversion and a stop to get a Texas Hot in town was seldom passed up. Their chili cheese dog was one of Ken’s favorite foods.
A trip to the East Aurora 5 & 10 was a once a year tradition. One of Ken’s favorite movies was The Christmas in Vermont. It had a few good scenes of the street in East Aurora.
Early on, his wanderlust didn’t just limit him to a drive here and there. If I remember correctly, he had flown to New Mexico, Minnesota, and Florida. He and I had trips out to Santa Fe, Albuquerque and Orlando to name a few.
He knew one of the wrestlers, so he made sure to follow when he was coming into town. I think Marc stopped at the store downtown on a few occasions.
As many of you know he enjoyed collecting things. A touch of a pack rat, like myself. He combined his love of chocolate and M&M’s. We have those red, yellow and green figures in a cabinet. His road trips decreased as time went on, but he took up the habit of buying a travel mug from some of the places we had visited.
He was always a reader. His hard cover books are throughout our home. He read 3 newspapers every day, even on the last day. He would show me a cartoon that struck his fancy. His reading and watching movies helped him have other adventures, less physically demanding. Some of the best moments happened with a movie, some mac n cheese and Kallie and I beside him.
His John Deere tractor might be on its last legs, but he so enjoyed the cutting of the lawn. The sun shining down on his face and arms. He often showed me how to correctly get it done. He always did a much better job of it than I did. The cat would supervise him going around the yard. They were buddies. She is greatly missing him, as am I.
He touched base with his brothers on a regular basis to get the scoop on what was happening with the boys or a trip they were taking. Could they suggest a movie or book for him to get? Was there an upcoming chess match? Some fun trivia from the newspaper that could be shared? A puzzle to challenge the mind would always be fun.
He loved and enjoyed the family moments. He was a loyal friend. His cousins have all kinds of great stories for me about when he was younger. His nephews were very important to him. Our home is filled with pictures of them. He had hoped he would pass on some piece of wisdom that would make life easier for them.
I am so grateful for the time I had with him. He taught me so very much. There was never a dull moment for sure. I was blessed to have a few extra weeks with him.
Rest in peace my love,
Shirley Kensek
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Ken was not just another friend, he was a real, true, and forever loyal friend! I first met Ken in 1978 when I was transferred as the Gen. Mgr. to the F. W. Woolworth Store #1118 in Fulton, NY where he was already employed as the Asst. Mgr. We were friends immediately and worked very well together in management. Ken carried out all duties and assignments very responsibly and efficiently. He was the assistant that every manager dreams of having, but that only led to him being promoted to manager and being transferred to another location to manage his own store. Over the years we communicated frequently discussing business decisions, sales promotions, and of course the latest gossip... Well as fate would have it the Woolworth Co. closed all their five and ten stores and we lost that shared bond, but we never lost our communication over the years although not as frequent. Ken traveled several times 3 hours to visit me at my home and several times I traveled via tour bus driver to locations close to his home meeting up with him for lunch or dinner and a couple times to his home. Extended illness is exceptionally hard on a person and was to be a way of life for Ken in his later years, but he always maintained his humor and good nature. One benefit of his declining health was the time Ken had to look at the spiritual aspect of his life and at various times we discussed eternal things like how to know we are ready for that day that comes to all of us at some time or another and how can we ask God to come into our lives and what all this may look like or feel like for us. I feel quite confident that Ken made his peace with God and I will meet him in the other world someday maybe soon... I will always remember Ken as a treasured friend and will miss him dearly till we meet again. Rest in Peace my Friend! My thoughts and prayers for Shirlan and his family!
Your forever friend. Dennis
(The photo is from 1979 at Woolworth's lunch counter.)
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Laurie Gostley Hackett posted a condolence
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Dear Shirley - we send great sympathy to you over losing Jim. You certainly were an amazing caregiver and helped him with incredible devotion. How lucky for Jim to have you by his side. Your heart must be broken now and here's wishing you strength. As you know, Jim was our (very very tall) cousin and we have great memories of him at Aunt Norma and Uncle Chet's house. He always had a funny comment or an interesting tidbit to share... and always delivered them with a big smile. I remember once I asked him why Uncle Chet hardly ever talked...and Jim just rolled his eyes and pointed at Aunt Norma! Of course, she then promptly threw a crossword puzzle book at him.
And Ron and Mike -- our hearts hurt for you as well because, sadly, your Gostley and Colligan cousins know the devastating pain of losing a sibling. You are so blessed to have so many happy memories - but certainly the three of you had the bond of growing up together and having shared so much.
We are praying for you all.
With sincere sympathy,
Laurie
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Cousins Tim, Suzy, Erin, Brooklyn, Wheeler, and Timmy posted a condolence
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Dear Cousin Ken and cousins all - It is hard to put in words the sadness we share in losing another in our family line and especially that of a cousin. I will admit that as a child, I grew up knowing you as cousin Jim - the oldest of the Kensek, Gostley, and Colligan families. I remember fondly, when our family would trek from Wellsville to Buffalo for the family visits. And yes, there were always games to be played. As life progressed, the Kensek door was always open and Aunt Norma and Uncle Chet welcomed us to a spare room when our Shane was hospitalized at Children's. Jim always stopped by to check on his condition. I remember stopping in - un announced - at the Corning Woolworth's and you were very proud to show off your store. Years passed and family paths seemed to grow longer, but you would occasionally call to see how everybody was doing - even if you were handling your own health issues. So you can rest pain free, my friend. I hope you found your parents, our grandparents, Denise, Terri, Pat, and Shane, as well as our Aunts and Uncles, particulary, Ken, Jack and Shirley. Please hold a spot for the rest of us for that grand reunion. So Rest in Peace, Ken. Until then . . . Cousin Tim Colligan
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My cousin Jim (before he switched to Ken) would always make me smile. You could count on him to have an interesting story or perspective. As a child, I looked forward to our visits to the Kensek's house. After touring the yard to see the beautiful flowers and numerous gnomes, we would usually end up playing a board game. The Kenseks had the best selection of games! The memories of those times together are very special to me. Rest in peace Jim.
Holly Massengale
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Jim Hedges posted a condolence
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Ken and I have been friends for over 25 years. He and I worked together at Noco and Wilson Farms. He was always there if you needed help or even cover for you if you had no one to help. Ken knew my daughters and especially my Grandson DJ. He would meet me and DJ for hot dogs at numerous places as we liked to check them all out. Dj liked his stores about his times at Woolworths and the coffee counter His favorite lunch was mac and cheese and cut up hotdogs.He and even keep in touch when I moved to SC for a new adventure. . He would call me on the way home from my job in SC to see how I was doing there. He and Shirley even came to visit us here. I won't have him to talk to anymore and will miss that dearly. Ken you are at peace now and the pain is gone. I will see you again old friend. Peace be with you.
Jim Hedges
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Mike and Maryann posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
It will be strange not having Ken and Shirley stop over together for some eats, TV, games and laughter. It never happened often enough, but we’re glad we were living close enough to make it happen. We will miss his jokes and mysterious surprises he often brought to share.
Life didn’t play fair with him for many years causing him to learn the menu for every hospital from Buffalo to Rochester. Although he said he didn’t like the food, he must have wanted to return as much as he did.
I’m happy that Matthew and David have known and loved Ken for these many years and will have many memories into their future. Although I’m also extremely disappointed in that it has come to an end.
We’re happy the pains are gone now and he can talk to all the friends and family members we have lost over the years. Along with Mom and Dad, please watch over us all (and Maryann could still use some help in picking lottery numbers, in case you have access to any inside information). Lastly, please watch over Shirley, she misses you very much. (and Kallie is still looking for you…).
Special Thanks to Shirley for standing by Ken’s side through the many years of health issues, doctor appointments, medication changes, moods, … Heaven knows we Kenseks have attitudes from time to time. Thank you for working to take him home for the final time and helping him.
I’m glad I was able to say good-bye… I love you and miss you too.
Love,
Mike, Maryann, Matthew and David
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David Kensek posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
I always looked up to Uncle Ken because he was a large influence in my brother Matthew's and my lives from the start. Ken made it a priority to visit more often than simply the Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. It was very common for he and Aunt Shirley to stop by on a Sunday afternoon, where we'd make mac & cheese with hot dogs and watch a movie he brought over. We could always count on Ken to bring something obscure yet educational, such as a documentary about ice road truckers or a 1947 raft expedition across the Pacific Ocean. He kept up with his visits for as long as he was healthy and able.
It was these idiosyncrasies that defined Ken and gave him an exuberant passion for the unique moments in life. He managed to create many of his own unique impacts on our lives, and he will be missed dearly.
Ken recently, and extremely generously, gifted me a boxed set of the Harry Potter novels, and I can't help but recall the scene from the closing moments of the saga when Harry is surrounded by his parents and godfather, all of whom appear as ghosts. As Harry prepares to accept death for himself, he is met with the comfort of knowing that the experience will be painless and "Quicker than falling asleep." This moment, though fictional, has helped me come to terms with this tragedy. I know Ken was met by his loving parents in his passing, and he will be there for me when it is my time to join him many years from now.
Until we meet again,
David Kensek
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Matthew posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
In every family there is always the "goofy" uncle, and for us that was Ken. The thing that many will remember most about Ken is that he always had a lot of stories to share, thoroughly enjoyed movies and books, and often had unusual food item requests when it was time for dinner (succotash on Thanksgiving, for example).
Things had been different for a while with Ken given all that he dealt with health-wise, but it is comforting to know that he is at peace now. His absence will take some getting used to, but I know that he is having a good time in heaven and getting to spend time with Grandpa Chet, Grandma Norma, and other family. Once described as "a bit of a nut head" by his mother, we can only imagine what sorts of conversations they are having now.
I hope the selection of movies and books in heaven is satisfactory for him.
-Matthew
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ron posted a condolence
Saturday, July 11, 2020
The Kensek brothers were raised on a large variety of games. Being the youngest, I was often the recipient of the reading of the rules. At some point, Jim put a different spin on things along the lines of "let's see what you do with this." So, for example, he taught me how to play chess while I was in grade school. This eventually gave me decades playing in tourneys and helped me crawl out of my excruciatingly-shy stage.
Jim credits his time volunteering with the POW/MIA bracelet movement in the early 70's for making him at ease speaking with strangers as he visited schools and radio stations to spread information. This in turn proved useful in his later retail career. It should be pointed out the family didn't always share Jim's enthusiasm for the spoken word, but it added a bit of flavor to the family dynamic.
Thank you and rest in peace my brother.
-ron
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