Kenneth was born and raised in S. Grafton, MA on May 29,1943 after marrying his best friend Cheryl they moved to N. Grafton, MA - Charlton, MA and on to the warmer climate in Tarpon Springs, Florida. He was a graduate of Grafton High School in Massachusetts.
Kenneth was married to the love of his life Cheryl Boucher on March 16,1963, they were married 55 years and in love for many more as they met in Catholic Youth Group while attending an outing on Mt. Monadnock in New Hampshire when they were in their teens.
Kenneth worked as an Engineer at Bullard Abrasives in Westboro, MA for many years, after moving to Florida he went on to work for NAPA Auto Parts up until his retirement in 2013. He enjoyed boating and helping Cheryl reel in the big ones as he owned several boats in his lifetime. His favorite time was being with his family and friends whenever he could get the opportunity. He was a great husband, father, grandfather and friend he will be missed immensely. He was also a devoted member of St Ignatius of Antioch Catholic Church in Tarpon Springs.
Kenneth is survived by his loving wife Cheryl Maranda, sons Brian and his fiancé Donna Yates of N.C., Patrick and his wife Jill of MA, grandchildren Kenneth, Nicole, Madison, PJ, Casey & Jamie, one great grandchild Lyla Rose, brothers Adrian his wife Jeanette, Paul his wife Marissa, their children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and other family and friends.
Kenneth is preceded in death by his Mom & Dad Eleanor (Mathews) Maranda and Adrian Maranda of S. Grafton, MA.
The family of Kenneth wishes to thank Trinity Hospital, Empath Hospice, Fr. Kyle Bell and all his doctors and physicians in Florida for their efforts to provide him with the quality of life he wanted and wished for. Also thank you to all our family and friends for their kind words, prayers and help at this sad time.
At this time no funeral service is planned.
Please consider memorial donations to American Diabetes Association
2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900 Arlington, VA 22202 1-800-DIABETES.
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