Kenneth R. Hussey
Kenneth R. Hussey of Rocky Hill passed away peacefully at his home on July 8, 2019 with his loving wife by his side. Ken courageously battled esophageal cancer for almost 20 years. He was born to Albert R. and June (Thomas) Hussey on June 23, 1937in Newark, New Jersey. An economics major he graduated from Drew University in 1962. Ken was a proud Marine serving between the Korean and Vietnam wars. He married his soul-mate Julia Ferreira in October of 1967. In 1968 they settled in Rocky Hill. Ken and Julie started and successfully operated the original Century Cleaners in Rocky Hill for 24 years. Ken had a zest for life. He enjoyed boating, salt and fresh water fishing often accompanied by his faithful golden retriever, Jacob. He was an accomplished sea captain and enjoyed taking groups out for deep sea fishing. Fishing and spending time in Meddy Bemps, Maine were very special always bringing back childhood memories. Ken coached young boys and girls Little League baseball for seven years. He loved to attend the UCONN Women's basketball games. He was an avid golfer and former member of Wethersfield Country Club. Ken served as Eucharistic Minister and Lector at St. James Church in Rocky Hill for a number of years which he thoroughly enjoyed. Most of all Ken was especially proud of his children and grandchildren and their accomplishments. He is survived by his wife, Julie and children, Kimberly Metcalf and husband Brian; Sean and wife Jennifer and 6 very special, fun loving grandchildren, Madison and Tyler Hussey, Andrew, Aidan and Sean Curry and Jasmine Metcalf. He also leaves his sister, Elaine Perry and husband Chuck, sister-in-law, Rita Lauzier and husband Rudy and nephews Michael & Scott along with many cousins. He enjoyed many visits from his cousins Durell and Barbara. Thank you to all of Julie and Ken's family and friends for their continued support, visits and calls which helped Ken in his last days. Special thanks to Dr. Kapadia, nurses and staff at the UCONN Health Comprehensive Cancer Center as well as Dr. Kevin Dougherty and Dr. Jessica Clement for their compassionate care over the last several years. The kindness, compassion and attentiveness from Hartford Healthcare Hospice was most appreciated throughout Ken's final days. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, July 17th at 10am directly in St. Josephine Bakhita Church, St. James Campus, 767 Elm St. Rocky Hill. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery, Rocky Hill. Family and friends are invited to the Giuliano-Sagarino Funeral Home at BROOKLAWN 511 Brook St. Rocky Hill on Tuesday, July 16th from 5-7pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Ken's memory to St. Josephine Bakhita Parish at St. James Church, 767 Elm St., Rocky Hill, CT 06067. For online guestbook please visit www.brooklawnfuneralhome.com. Brooklawn Funeral Home - Rocky Hill 511 Brook Street Rocky Hill 06067 (860) 721-0087 Website