Mr Kenneth J. Marshall

Mr. Kenneth J. Marshall, age 73 of Marshall Court, Bristol, died peacefully Saturday, June 11, 2016 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Donna A. (Rufo) Marshall, his wife of 50 years. Born in Fall River, MA and a lifelong Bristol resident, he was a son of the late John P. and Anna C. (Tamburro) Marshall. Ken served in the US Army and then Army reserves during the Vietnam Era. He was a graduate of Colt Memorial High School, Class of 1961 and had attend Roger Williams College, School of Mechanical Engineering. He worked for 45 years for the Raytheon Corporation in Portsmouth, retiring in 2008. Kenneth was elected to the Bristol Town Council in 1986, serving 6 years with the last 2 years as Council Chairman. He was appointed to the Bristol Planning Board in 2004 and served till just last year. He Co-Chaired along with Harbor Master Joe Cabral the building and installation of the Rockwell and Church Street docks which was instrumental in raising revenues to the Town while keeping it affordable for the residents of Bristol. In 1990 he was the Chief Marshal of the 4th of July Celebration and was a life member of the 4th of July Committee, serving as the Parade Chairman for 4 years. In 1996 received an Appreciation Award from the Bristol Harbor Commission for his time and effort in initiating the Rockwell Park Marina and Independence Park Ramp. In 1997 he received a State Tourism Award for his efforts in bringing tourists to the State of RI. In 1999 Kenneth was awarded the Citizen of the Year from the Leonardo daVinci Lodge Sons of Italy. He received in 2005 the Elks Distinguished Citizenship Award. He established the Bristol Substance Abuse Task Force. He received a Service Citation by Bristols Veterans Council for his service and contributions to veterans. In 1992 he was the areas Heart Fund Chairman. In 1993 he was recognized by the Bristol Democratic Town Committee for his community service. Ken was instrumental in bringing back American Legion Baseball to Bristol and as manager bringing the teams to 5 Division Championships and becoming State Champs in both 1982 and 1983. Ken was an accomplished musician playing with numerous bands and most recently with Mixed Emotions. He enjoyed singing and playing both his keyboard and saxophone. Follow his retirement, Ken loved to winter in Florida and enjoyed his new friendships there. He joined the Venice Isle Mens Glee Club having a lot of fun with the guys. He always enjoyed singing and playing his Sax in the Venice Isle Variety Show. Above all his citations and awards, Ken loved his family with all his heart. His wife, sons, grandchildren were his life. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons; Wayne D. Marshall, Keith J. Marshall (Shelly) and Kenneth J. Marshall, Jr., four grandchildren, Emily Rose, James E., Jake K. and Nathan C. Marshall, all of Bristol and a brother, Edward J. Marshall of Warwick. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Richard A. “Foxy” Marshall (Jane). Funeral services from the Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol, Friday, June 17, 2016 at 9:00 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State Street, Bristol. Burial with Military Honors will follow in St. Marys Cemetery, Chestnut Street, Bristol. Visiting hours will be Thursday, June 16, 2016 from 4:00-8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bristol Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 775 or to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State Street, both Bristol, RI 02809. For online condolences, shared memories, information and directions go to www.sansonefuneralhome.com

Service Information Cemetery St. Mary's Cemetery Chestnut Street Bristol, RI --> Visitation Thursday June 16, 2016 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sansone Funeral Home 192 Wood Street Bristol, RI 02809 --> Service Friday June 17, 2016 10:00 AM Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church 141 State St. Bristol, RI 02809 -->