Final Salute

Kenneth W. Puckett of Charlestown passed away on Wednesday, June 25th, just after celebrating his 80th birthday, at South Kingstown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was the beloved son of the late Walter and Irene Puckett of Bonifay, FL.

Kenneth joined the Navy and was a proud member of the Seabees Naval Construction Force as a Construction Electrician 3rd Class, based out of Davisville in Mobile construction Battalion One. His service took him to California, Iceland, Cuba, and Vietnam.

In 1967, Kenneth married the love of his life, Linda. They shared 50 joyful years together before her passing. In 1975, he founded S&K Electric, Inc., a small business that continues to thrive today.

Kenneth had a deep passion for classic muscle cars and riding his Harley. He enjoyed time with his family, attending car shows and NASCAR races, and fussing over his cat, Sugar.

He is survived by his sons, Kip and Scott; daughters-in-law, Melissa and Sarah; and his beloved grandchildren, Jack and Sage Puckett. He also leaves behind his sisters, Liz Register and Phyllis Keen, and his brother-in-law, Barry Doyle.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 3rd, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Avery-Storti Funeral Home, 88 Columbia St. Wakefield, RI. A few words will be shared by the family at 5:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Kenneth’s memory may be made to the Navy Seabee Foundation, PO Box 657 Gulfport, MS 39502 or at www.seabee.org.