Westport - Kenneth E. Grace, 74, died unexpectedly at his home Sunday, January 20, 2008. He was the husband of 50 years to Joyce M. (Bennett) Grace. Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Edward L. and Lucena E. (Tew) Grace, he lived in Westport most of his life.
A graduate of BMC Durfee Class of 1952, Bryant College Class of 1956 and the School of Banking at Williams College 1971, he had a long career in banking with the Fall River Trust Company, Bank of Boston and Middleboro Trust Company until his retirement in 1992.
Mr. Grace was an active volunteer with the Lincoln Greyhound Adoption Program and enjoyed sailing, playing golf, woodworking, traveling and spending time with his grandchildren.
Including his wife , he leaves 2 daughters: Joanne Kirsten Grace of VT and Kerry L. Burke of Westport; 3 sons: David K. Grace of Westport, Thomas E. Grace of Wareham and Stephen K. Grace of Brockton; a son-in-law: Thomas M. Burke of Westport; 3 granddaughters: Shelby L. and Shannon M. Sowersby of Westport and Victoria A. Ledger of Westport; and a grandson: Aaron Cy D. Grace of Westport.
Calling hours to which family and friends are invited to attend will be held Wednesday, January 23, 2008 from 5 - 8 P.M. at the Potter Funeral Home.
Funeral services and burial will be private.
Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to: A Wish Come True, Inc., 1010 Warwick Ave., Warwick, RI 02888.