1923
Kenneth
2021
Kenneth V. Vaughan
January 7, 1923 — October 31, 2021
PRINCETON – Kenneth V. Vaughan, a proud U.S. Navy veteran, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and friend to many, passed away at home in Princeton on Sunday, October 31, 2021, at the age of 98. Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late Howard and Mary (Scannell) Vaughan.
Ken completed high school early to begin his career as a machinist at Heald Machine Co. in Worcester. After a short time there, he joined the U.S. Navy to serve his country admirably during World War II. Aboard the USS Quincy, he served in both the European and Asiatic-Pacific Theater. Upon his return, he returned to Heald Machine, where he would work until his retirement after 42 years of service.
He married the love of his life, Gladys C. Sarty, in 1950, and moved to Princeton in 1955 where he built their home and would raise their family. Ken was a family man, enjoying time spent with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He especially loved his home and yard and took exceptional care of his property. He was a faithful member of The Burncoat Baptist Church of Worcester and more recently the First Baptist Church of Holden.
He will be dearly missed by his three sons, Mark H. Vaughan of Rutland, Glenn C. Vaughan and his wife, Mary of Hampstead, MD; Bruce A. Vaughan of Charlestown, his sister-in-law, Beatrice M. Sarty, one brother, Roger H. Vaughan of Princeton; six grandchildren; Nicholas, Joshua, Lindsey, Craig, Alex, Douglas; and seven great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife, Gladys C. (Sarty) Vaughan, one brother, Warren S. Vaughan; and one sister, Alice McGlade.
The family would also like to thank Jen Hudson, his at home caregiver for her compassion and kindness over the past 13 months.
Ken’s family welcomes friends and relatives to a calling hour on Friday, November 5th, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church, 1216 Main St., Holden, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am at the Church. Burial with military honors will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Connor Lane, Princeton. Funeral arrangements are under the care of the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Gifts can be made to the First Baptist Church of Holden, 1216 Main Street, Holden MA, 01520
To share a memory or offer a condolence please visit "The Tribute Wall."
Ken completed high school early to begin his career as a machinist at Heald Machine Co. in Worcester. After a short time there, he joined the U.S. Navy to serve his country admirably during World War II. Aboard the USS Quincy, he served in both the European and Asiatic-Pacific Theater. Upon his return, he returned to Heald Machine, where he would work until his retirement after 42 years of service.
He married the love of his life, Gladys C. Sarty, in 1950, and moved to Princeton in 1955 where he built their home and would raise their family. Ken was a family man, enjoying time spent with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He especially loved his home and yard and took exceptional care of his property. He was a faithful member of The Burncoat Baptist Church of Worcester and more recently the First Baptist Church of Holden.
He will be dearly missed by his three sons, Mark H. Vaughan of Rutland, Glenn C. Vaughan and his wife, Mary of Hampstead, MD; Bruce A. Vaughan of Charlestown, his sister-in-law, Beatrice M. Sarty, one brother, Roger H. Vaughan of Princeton; six grandchildren; Nicholas, Joshua, Lindsey, Craig, Alex, Douglas; and seven great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife, Gladys C. (Sarty) Vaughan, one brother, Warren S. Vaughan; and one sister, Alice McGlade.
The family would also like to thank Jen Hudson, his at home caregiver for her compassion and kindness over the past 13 months.
Ken’s family welcomes friends and relatives to a calling hour on Friday, November 5th, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church, 1216 Main St., Holden, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am at the Church. Burial with military honors will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Connor Lane, Princeton. Funeral arrangements are under the care of the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Gifts can be made to the First Baptist Church of Holden, 1216 Main Street, Holden MA, 01520
To share a memory or offer a condolence please visit "The Tribute Wall."
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Kenneth V. Vaughan, please visit our flower store.
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