Ken was born in Rome, New York; he attended public schools with his cousin Ray and best friend Don. He graduated from Mohawk Valley Community College and continued his education at Franklin Pierce College, New Hampshire.

Ken was drafted into the US Army. In active duty he served in Viet Nam and was the recipient of a Purple Heart. Later he joined the Army Reserves and retired as a Lt. Col.

After Viet Nam, he began working for Onieda County Department of Mental Health. He attended Syracuse University and earned a Master’s in Social Work degree. He continued working for Oneida County and rose up through the ranks. He retired as Commissioner of Mental Health and Director Of Office for the Aging.

Ken was an avid runner for more than 50 years. He was so proud of finishing 40 Utica Boilermaker 15K Road Races. He also did 3 marathons. His running buddies became best and life long friends; Phil, Bob, Diane, Kathy, Nancy, Chris to name a few.

In 1991, Ken married Ann Cooney. They enjoyed 35 years of a loving relationship. They only time they were apart was when he was on duty for the Army Reserves. Ken and Ann enjoyed entertaining in their home in Sauquoit, NY; along with riding bicycles, playing golf, gardening and updating their 1847 farmhouse. They had great vacations in New England, Hawaii and Germany. Ken was an active member of the Sauquoit Valley Optimist Club for many years.

After retirement, Ken and Ann started to vacation in Cape Coral Florida. They eventually purchased a home in Del Tura Golf and Country Club. For 8 years, Ken played golf in the winter months. His running transitioned to walking his beloved Golden Retriever, Josie. He and Josie were a daily feature at the dog park and on the streets of Del Tura.

Ken had a fantastic sense of humour. He was quick on the uptake in any conversation. It served him well throughout his entire life.

With Ann by his side, Ken fougtht a courageous battle against heart and kidney failure for last 2 years of his life.

Ken is survived by his wife, Ann Abramczyk; brother-in-law, Daniel Cooney; brother-in-law, Patrick Key. He also leaves several nieces and nephews and many cousins. Ken had so many friends including the whole Freytag family, the Sauqoit neighbors, the Canadian Happy Hour group, his running crew, the golfers at Teugega and Del Tura County Clubs, and his Friday morning golf group.

He was predeceased by his parents, Stanley and Francis Abramczyk; his little brother, Joey Abramczyk and his canine family members; Princess, Meghan, Bambi, Lily, Daisy and Molly.

Services are pending. In lew of flowers; donations to the Sauquoit Valley Foundation, 2601 Oneida St. Sauqoit, NY 13456 would be appreciated. The Foundation helps children.