Kenneth V. Martin Jr.

With great sadness, the Martin Family announces the passing of their father, Kenneth V. Martin, Jr., who passed peacefully with his children and grandchildren by his side. He went to be with the Lord and his beautiful wife Janet on August 31, 2023 which would have been their 61st wedding anniversary.

Kenneth was 82 years old and proud Father of 4 children, 9 Grandchildren, and 3 Great-Grandchildren.

Kenneth was born on November 25, 1940 in Morristown, NJ to Mary (Allen) and Kenneth V. Martin, Sr. He had 4 siblings, William, James, Suzanne, and Joan.

Kenneth married the love of his life, Janet (Liebenow) on August 31, 1962. Their Union was blessed with 4 children Kenneth Martin III, Karen McKenna, Kathleen Caputo and Kristina Schulman. They built a lovely life in Livingston, NJ where they raised their children before moving to Easton, PA in 2019.

Kenneth was predeceased by his loving wife, Janet, mother and stepfather, Mary and Ralph D’Alconzo, father, Kenneth V. Martin, Sr., brother, James, sister, Joan, and precious grandchildren, Kailey Janet Caputo and Kevin Richard McKenna. Kenneth is survived by his brother, William (Ruth) Martin, sister, Suzanne (Ed) Demboski, loving children, Kenneth (Lin) Martin III, of Parsippany, NJ, Karen McKenna (Steve Mate), of Livingston, NJ, Kathleen (Eddie) Caputo, of Ft. Meyers, FL, and Kristina (Alan) Schulman, of Easton, PA, devoted, loving Grandchildren, Reginald (Amanda) McKenna Jr., Kristin McKenna, Ryan McKenna, Anthony Buccieri (Amanda Deppa), Matthew Buccieri (Alexa Berdej), Stephanie Martin and Richard Martin and his very spoiled and loved dogs, Dino and Bianca.

Kenneth was blessed with three great-grandchildren, Tara Janet, Reggie III, and Ava McKenna who absolutely adored their precious Pepa.

Kenneth will be remembered through his family which exhibits the unconditional love that as always present, beginning with the beautiful relationship between he and Janet. Together, they delivered Motor Meals and always helped others with a smile, and a kind word. We could always count on him to make us laugh with his incredible sense of humor. He instilled his compassion and love for all animals in his 4 children. He was always willing to help Janet with various behind the scenes volunteer projects at the Livingston United Methodist Church. Kenneth’s most cherished times were spent with his family. He attended every school, music, and sporting event for all of his grandchildren. He had a special bond with all of his dogs in the family, as well, and they would always wait in line to sit on his lap. We were blessed to make so many beautiful memories as a family and we’ll miss our Patriarch greatly.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Livingston First Aid Squad, The Shriners, and an animal shelter of your choice.

A visitation for Kenneth will be held Tuesday, September 5, 2023, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Quinn Hopping Funeral Home, 145 East Mount Pleasant Ave, Livingston, NJ 07039. A funeral service will occur Wednesday, September 6, 2023, from 11 AM to 11:45 AM, at Quinn Hopping Funeral Home, with interment to immediately follow at Restland Memorial Park, East Hanover, NJ.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.quinnhoppingfuneral.com for the Martin family.