Kenneth English
Kenneth English passed away on February 10, 2026.
Kenneth was born in Queens, NY, on January 9, 1957, to Anita & Thomas English. He was the second of nine children.
Kenny was very loyal and an optimist. This was evident because he was a dedicated lifelong NY Jets fan – no matter their record each year. His 1982 Corvette, which he purchased when he was 25, was Kenny’s pride and joy. He loved that car until his last
breath.
Kenny worked for IMB and JP Morgan Chase, but after years in the corporate world, he decided to go from volunteering with the Red Cross to landing the job of deputy director, Emergency Services, Nassau County, NY, Chapter. He found purpose and joy with this career change.
Kenny took great pride in helping people through his work at the Red Cross. He was especially proud of the help he coordinated and provided at Ground Zero in the heartbreaking aftermath of 9/11. That event made a lasting impression on him. Kenny remained certified and active C.E.R.T (Community Emergency Response Team).
Kenny also took an active role in helping his father plan and schedule the reunions for the Veterans of the USS Hugh W. Hadley, on which his father served in WWII. Kenny was intrigued learning firsthand from other sailors about the May 11, 1945, Kamikaze attack on the destroyer. His involvement and interest forged a special bond between him and his father.
In 2017, Kenny had had enough of the snow and cold of NY and moved to Florida. He stayed active in the community, volunteering with the local C.E.R.T chapter. He also dedicated years to the role of president of the COA at Kings Point, Sun City Center, FL.
Kenny was predeceased by his parents, Anita and Thomas, and his brothers – Brian, Stephen and Michael.
He is survived by his siblings, Maureen, Patricia Siantos (Apostolos), Donna Fanning (Mike), Christopher (Claudia), and Philip, as well as 16 nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held in NY in the spring, and Kenny’s final resting place will be St. Charles Cemetery in Farmingdale, NY.
