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Kenneth J. GOSSELIN

  • October 22, 1946 - August 6, 2011
  • Westerly, Ri/grafton, Massachusetts
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“We were so sorry to hear that Kenny had passed.He was such a joy to be around. He was a frequent visitor of ours ,we will cherish the memories. Allie...Read More » ”
1 of 12 | Posted by: ALLIE HICKS - Stratton, VT

“I'm so sorry to just learn today about the passing of Kenny. You are in our thoughts and prayers as I know how difficult this is and especially...Read More » ”
2 of 12 | Posted by: Suzanne Viola - Brunswick, ME

“I just learned of Kens passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of our childhood adventures in So. Grafton. ”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Ken Krula - Bellingham, MA

“John & Eileen: My sympathy to the both of you and your entire family on the loss of Ken. I often think of the Gosselins, Thompson Pond and the good...Read More » ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Jim Kelly - Worcester, MA

“To Tracy, Jaime and the entire Gosselin Family... I, we remember with great fun memories when it comes to Kenny...our hearts reach out to yours ”
5 of 12 | Posted by: kapernaros family - ssarasosta, FL

“Please accept our deepest regrets at Ken's passing. We also apologize for not attending the calling hours but a previous commitment called us out of...Read More » ”
6 of 12 | Posted by: Ray LeMay - No Grafton, MA

“Dear Dick, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother Ken. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this period of...Read More » ”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Art Bomengen - Holden,, MA

“Sorry for your loss, Ken will be missed by many people. ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Jim Henderson - Whitinsville, MA

“To the Gosselin Family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Ken.He was a very colorful person, and I have many stories and memories of him...Read More » ”
9 of 12 | Posted by: Steve Gasco - Meredith, NH

“Jamison, Our thoughts are with the family. We are so sorry for your loss. Debra Stratton, Lisa Junker, and all at Stratton Publishing ”
10 of 12 | Posted by: Debra Stratton - Alexandria, VA

“To Tracy, Jamison, Richard, Stephen, John and Terry my deepest sympathy. I am saddened by Ken's passing. Ken was my neighbor, my babysitter, my...Read More » ”
11 of 12 | Posted by: Mark F. Farrell - Worcester, MA

“My prayerful sympathies. Although I am unable to attend the funeral, please know that I will remember cousin Ken as I offer Liturgy at the monastery...Read More » ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Rt.Rev. Lawrence Gosselin, USAF (Ret) - WA


Kenneth J. Gosselin, 64, of Westerly, RI, formerly of Grafton, passed away following a brief illness on Saturday August 6, 2011 surrounded by his family. He leaves his daughter, Tracy K. Gosselin of Durham, NC and son, Jamison J. Gosselin of Alexandria, VA; brothers Richard O. Gosselin and his wife Judith of North Grafton, Stephen P. Gosselin and his wife Deborah of North Grafton and John W. Gosselin and his wife Eileen of Northbridge and long term companion Terry Johnson of Westerly, RI, and many nieces, nephews and friends. Ken was a builder and developer in Worcester County for 40 years. He graduated from Grafton High School in 1964 and went on to serve his country in the United States Air Force both in the U.S. and Vietnam for four years. Upon leaving the military, Ken was active in the American Legion and VFW. Ken was an avid boater and enjoyed fishing while spending time on Block Island, RI with family and friends. He got his private pilot's license while stationed in Minot, ND and was a member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA). Ken's family wishes to thank the staff and caregivers of Home and Hospice Care of Rhode Island for the excellent care and compassion shown to Ken. It was Ken's wish that any memorial contributions be made to this hospice at Home and Hospice Care 1085 North Main St., Providence, RI 02904 or online at www.hhcri.org. Funeral & Calling Hours A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday August 11th at 11:00am at St. James Church 89 Main St. S. Grafton MA 01560. He will then be laid to rest with Military Honors at Fairview Cemetery in S. Grafton. All attending the Funeral Mass are politely requested to go directly to the church. All are invited to calling hours for Ken Wednesday August 10th from 5pm to 8pm at RONEY FUNERAL HOME 152 WORCESTER ST. N. GRAFTON MA 01536. Messages of condolence may be offered and directions are available at www.RoneyFuneralHome.com.