Kenneth Stidd Jr. ... enjoyed fishing, gadening; at 57

FARMINGTON - Kenneth Stidd Jr., 57, died peacefully, with his wife by his side on Oct. 29, 2023, after a brief illness.

Kenny was born in Sanford, Fla., to Kenneth and Linda (Brandt) Stidd on March 3, 1966. He was raised in Orange City, Fla., and had resided in New Hampshire since 2001.

Kenny loved nature and the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, riding his Harley and working on his many outdoor projects. He had a talented creative side that he expressed through his work as a tile setter.

He was an animal lover and will be sorely missed by his beloved dog, Appollo.

He loved his family and although he had no biological children of his own, children were drawn to his kind, gentle nature. He was a father figure to many, Uncle Kenny to his niece, nephews and grandchildren who all adored him and will miss him so much.

He leaves behind his wife of 32 years, Patricia. His mother Linda Stidd, and brother Ronnie Stidd, of Orange City. His amazing 94 year-old grandmother, Olive Yates of Ohio. Aunts, Uncles, cousins, grandchildren, niece, and nephews and his exceptional grandson, Shawn Murphy Jr, of whom he was so proud.

He was predeceased by his father, Kenneth Stidd Sr, and brother, Timmy Stidd.