KERSHAW, KENNETH R., age 74 of Warwick, died Saturday at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Maxine (Pulliam) Kershaw, they had been married for 53 years.
Born in Providence, the son of the late Richard R. and Mary M. (Jordy) Kershaw, Ken served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a Repair Technician for the Claflin Service Company of E. Providence retiring in 2003. Ken was a member of St. John's Lodge #1, the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Swords of Bunker Hill Gaspee Order #99, and the Rhode Island Shriners where he was a member of the Artisan Unit and served as Potentate/CEO in 1998-1999. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Rodney C. Kershaw and daughter Cheryl L. Bowser, both of Warwick, a sister Joan Pierce of Rumford, 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Donald Kershaw.
He is also survived by,
Two Nephews:
Richard K. O'Brien
William H. O'Brien III
A Niece:
Kimberly Crain
Two Great Nieces:
Leticia O'Brien
Stephanie Crain
He was buried with Military Honors.
He is remembered by his friends and loved ones for the way he truly cared about people and how he always had a kind word to offer. He was a kind, gentle man, that was always there for others when someone needed help.
He could always make you smile. His humor and friendliness were truly touching to those who knew him well. He had been known for being strength and a safe haven during trying times. He will always be remembered and loved.
Born in Providence, the son of the late Richard R. and Mary M. (Jordy) Kershaw, Ken served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a Repair Technician for the Claflin Service Company of E. Providence retiring in 2003. Ken was a member of St. John's Lodge #1, the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Swords of Bunker Hill Gaspee Order #99, and the Rhode Island Shriners where he was a member of the Artisan Unit and served as Potentate/CEO in 1998-1999. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Rodney C. Kershaw and daughter Cheryl L. Bowser, both of Warwick, a sister Joan Pierce of Rumford, 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Donald Kershaw.
He is also survived by,
Two Nephews:
Richard K. O'Brien
William H. O'Brien III
A Niece:
Kimberly Crain
Two Great Nieces:
Leticia O'Brien
Stephanie Crain
He was buried with Military Honors.
He is remembered by his friends and loved ones for the way he truly cared about people and how he always had a kind word to offer. He was a kind, gentle man, that was always there for others when someone needed help.
He could always make you smile. His humor and friendliness were truly touching to those who knew him well. He had been known for being strength and a safe haven during trying times. He will always be remembered and loved.
KERSHAW, KENNETH R., age 74 of Warwick, died Saturday at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Maxine (Pulliam) Kershaw, they had been married for 53 years.
Born in Providence, the son of the late Richard R. and Mary M. (Jordy) Kershaw, Ken served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a Repair Technician for the Claflin Service Company of E. Providence retiring in 2003. Ken was a member of St. John's Lodge #1, the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Swords of Bunker Hill Gaspee Order #99, and the Rhode Island Shriners where he was a member of the Artisan Unit and served as Potentate/CEO in 1998-1999. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Rodney C. Kershaw and daughter Cheryl L. Bowser, both of Warwick, a sister Joan Pierce of Rumford, 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Donald Kershaw.
He is also survived by,
Two Nephews:
Richard K. O'Brien
William H. O'Brien III
A Niece:
Kimberly Crain
Two Great Nieces:
Leticia O'Brien
Stephanie Crain
He was buried with Military Honors.
He is remembered by his friends and loved ones for the way he truly cared about people and how he always had a kind word to offer. He was a kind, gentle man, that was always there for others when someone needed help.
He could always make you smile. His humor and friendliness were truly touching to those who knew him well. He had been known for being strength and a safe haven during trying times. He will always be remembered and loved.
Born in Providence, the son of the late Richard R. and Mary M. (Jordy) Kershaw, Ken served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a Repair Technician for the Claflin Service Company of E. Providence retiring in 2003. Ken was a member of St. John's Lodge #1, the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Swords of Bunker Hill Gaspee Order #99, and the Rhode Island Shriners where he was a member of the Artisan Unit and served as Potentate/CEO in 1998-1999. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Rodney C. Kershaw and daughter Cheryl L. Bowser, both of Warwick, a sister Joan Pierce of Rumford, 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Donald Kershaw.
He is also survived by,
Two Nephews:
Richard K. O'Brien
William H. O'Brien III
A Niece:
Kimberly Crain
Two Great Nieces:
Leticia O'Brien
Stephanie Crain
He was buried with Military Honors.
He is remembered by his friends and loved ones for the way he truly cared about people and how he always had a kind word to offer. He was a kind, gentle man, that was always there for others when someone needed help.
He could always make you smile. His humor and friendliness were truly touching to those who knew him well. He had been known for being strength and a safe haven during trying times. He will always be remembered and loved.
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