He was born on January 30, 1943, in New London, the son of Allen Dean and Priscilla Miner Dean.
Ken grew up in Old Lyme and spent a great deal of time boating, waterskiing, and having fun with family and friends on Rogers Lake. When he married Gail Albino they stayed in Old Lyme. He met Gail on Rogers Lake where her family had a summer cottage. During the summer you could also find Ken and Gail down at the Waterford Speedbowl(Albino’s were owners of the Speedbowl) checking in the race car drivers. In younger years Ken enjoyed hunting with family and friends. He was a big car enthusiast and was always on the look out for his next car. Ken and Gail started a family and spent many years with their children having fun at the Lake. Also, every weekend the family would ride their horses on trails throughout Old Lyme and Lyme. Ken always felt it was important to stay active and always enjoyed being outdoors. He had a great sense of humor and the ability to make others laugh.
Ken retired from the Connecticut Department of Transportation out of Old Saybrook. He was also a member of the Old Lyme Police Department. He followed his father, Allen Dean, who was a Constable of Old Lyme. Both Allen and Ken patrolled Rogers Lake for many years. Ken was a devoted son to his parents. After retirement he received his Paralegal Certificate and continued his education taking college courses.
Kenneth is survived by his children Paul Dean and Laura Dean-Frazier and her husband Harland, all of Old Lyme; grandchildren Dillon Dean-Frazier, Steph Dean, Cameron and Isabel Dean-Frazier and Trube Anthony Dean.
A graveside service will be held at Duck River Cemetery, Old Lyme on Wednesday June 30th at 2:00pm. After the service a Celebration of Kenneth’s Life will take place at the Rogers Lake Clubhouse from 3:00-6:00pm. All are welcomed at the service and the Rogers Lake Clubhouse.
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