Kenneth Allen Carey was born in Blossburg on December 5, 1955, one of five children born to the late Kenneth S. and Patricia (Simpson) Carey. He attended Canton Area Schools with the class of 1973 and later became a well-known Canton area carpenter / handyman.
Saying Kenny was a jack of all trades was an understatement. He possessed a hard-working, self-taught ethic that guided him throughout life. He was hired by various businesses and individuals throughout the area. Kenny will be remembered for his skills in; carpentry, remodeling, wood working, tree work, painting, staining and washing houses, just name a few. He was a quite and soft-spoken man. Often, you could find Ken walking just about everywhere he went and most recently acquired an electric bicycle that he enjoyed immensely.
Kenny was a true outdoorsman and was one with God’s nature. He was an avid fisherman, produced bountiful vegetable gardens and a favorite pastime was looking for wild mushrooms and ginseng. Kenny especially loved his daughter Becky and her three children, that were very dear to him.
He is survived by; daughter, Rebecca Carey (and Jason Greene) both of Mansfield, three grandchildren; Lillian, Jett and Jack, four siblings, Donna (and Craig) Deitrich of Covington, Bill (and Jackie) Carey of Westfield, Alan (and Sue) Carey of Lawrenceville, Connie (and Curt) Moore of Mainesburg, special friends, Casey Clegg and Samantha Benson, both of Canton, as well as numerous; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Maintaining to Kenny’s wishes the family will announce a celebration to honor his life at a future date.
His family is being assisted by Pepper Funeral Home and Cremation Facility, 578 Springbrook Drive in Canton. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, consider a donation in his memory to the Pepper Funeral Home, P.O. Box 173, Canton, PA 17724 to assist with finial expenses
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