ALBANY- Kenneth P. Panthen, 64, of Albany, passed away peacefully on Monday August 8, 2016 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Donald C. Panthen Sr. and Erna Rothlauf Panthen. Ken was employed as a graphic designer with New York State Department of Tax & Finance for 41 years. He was also the co-owner and stylist of the former Peter & Paul Hairstylists of Albany. Ken was a member of the Colonie Elks, enjoyed working outside and spending time with his most cherished family.
He is the beloved husband of 42 years of Elvira Gallo Panthen. Ken is the best father of Tania Panthen (Marvin Williams) and Sabrina (Tomas) Poventud. He is the adored Papa of Isabella and Gia Poventud and Marvin Kenneth Williams. Ken is the brother of Donald Panthen Jr. and the late Robert Panthen.
Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at St. Pius X Church, Loudonville. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday moprning at 11:15 at St. Pius X Church. Entombment will follow at St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Pius X Catholic School, Upper Loudon Rd. Loudonville, NY 12211 in memory of Kenneth P. Panthen. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
David &elisa Longo
We are very sorry to hear about Kens passing. We enjoyed talking with him. We are out of the country but our prayers are with You. God bless You and your family.
sherry palmieri
Elvira, Sabrina, and Tayna and your respective families: I was so very sad to hear of Kenny’s passing. I remember meeting him as a girl and thinking what a great dad he was. He was loving and kind. A great dad and husband for sure. His legacy lives on through each of you. Don I am so sorry to hear of your brothers loss. I met you a few years ago at Christina’s on the avenue when it was open. We talked only to find out Ken was your beloved brother. I know all of you will take comfort in knowing God has another angel. Peace be with all of you at this difficult time. Love Sherry, Lyndsay, Gianna and Olivia.
Kathie Small
Ken was a dear friend, hair stylist, and co-worker for many years….I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. My sincere condolences to his beloved family.
Scott and Mary Berman
I am so sad to hear that my old friend has passed away. I shall always remember his laugh, his kindness and goodness that he always had.for everyone he ever met. Kenny was a good man and one I always respected. May you and your family receive God’s kindness today and forever.
Helen K Graves
Dear Alvira and family
So sorry for your loss my late husband Roland Graves and I saw you all the time at the Casino and the Elks Ken told me he was sick and therefore was not to active on FBook
God Bless you
Helen DeSantis Graves
Gary & Cathee Hayostek
Dear Elvira,Tania & Family,
So very sorry to hear of Ken’s passing.He was a very nice person.May he rest in eternal peace.
Love & Prayers
Cathee & Gary Hayostek
Domenic and Joan Campanella
He was a guy who loved life and spread that love to all he encountered. Ken always made me laugh. Our condolences to Elvira, Tania and Sabrina. I’m sure you will miss him but you will have so many wonderful memories to keep him alive forever.
Peg Groelz Mignacci
Elvira and family
I am so sorry to see that Ken has passed on.
He was my best hair stylist, co-worker and friend. He was always happy and would do anything for you. He will be missed.
My prayers are with you at this sad time.
Peg
Peggy Groelz Mignacci
Elvira and Family
So sorry to see that Ken passed on.
He was my best hair stylist, co-worker and friend. He always had a kind word for everyone. Ken will be missed.
Please know you will be in my prayers at this sad time.
Marilyn Kaltenborn
I worked with Ken for several years. He was always very patient and a wonderful person to work with.
My thoughts are with you.
Marilyn Kaltenborn
Tom and Mary Spaulding, John Reardon
Elvira, Tania and Sabrina,
We’re so very sorry to hear of Ken’s passing.
In the more than 40 years we’ve known you, you’ve all always had smiles for everyone, epecially Kenny. Your positive attitude, faith and hope was marvelous to see. Please be comforted in knowing he was well loved and respected, and that you will all be together again someday.
Tom, Mary and John
Kathleen L. James
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved husband, father, papa and friend. Ken was a wonderful man, and I feel blessed to have known him.
With love,
Kathy
Davia Bartoli
Tania and Family, I’m sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Please except my deepest sympathy. Time heals all wounds ,my best to all of you.
Marge Ryan
It was with sadness that I learned of Ken’s passing. My mother, Delia Stortz, worked with Ken at Tax and Finance for many years. He was her favorite hair stylist and kept her feeling beautiful well into her old age. She spoke highly about Ken and I know she will greet him in heaven. Please accept my sincere condolences during this difficult time.
B.T. Moore
May God My Father keep you in His peace ,always.
A cancer club member.
Joanne Eades
RIP Ken such sad news, heartfelt sympathy to all family and friends.
Mantle Cell Lymphoma chat group
Muriel Tingley
Ken frequently posted in the Mantle Cell Lymphoma facebook page. There are many of us that are alive today I believe because of his advice and encouragement. I pray that God will comfort you with His Holy Spirit. I am very greatful for Ken and will miss his words.
Melissa Johnson
I am so very sorry for your loss. Ken was an active member on a Facebook page devoted for those who have been diagnosed with Mantle Cell Lymphoma. He was a tremendous support to those on this particular page and was instrumental on providing up to date information on this lymphoma. He helped so many on this page, giving wonderful support to all. He will be sorely missed by all of us who are struggling with this disease. Even though most of us have never met each other face to face, we truly are sort of family. We will truly miss him.
Bruce and Drucilla Dickerson
Thank you for sharing Ken with us. My husband Bruce and I “chatted” with him so much in the beginning of Bruce’s MCL journey. He became our hero and advisor. We are sending comfort and love to all of his family. We won’t ever forget…………….
Christy Gibson
My deepest sympathies to Ken’s family. I only knew Ken from a MCL group on Facebook. I want you to know that he was a wonderful comfort and a true inspiration to many of us in the group. I lost my father in 2013. He was about the same age as Ken. Ken’s presence in the group and his posts helped me feel a little peace. I will miss him.
Shelly Miller
I gained much knowledge from Ken on the mcl sites when I first discovered them. I have always felt he was our cheerleader-being so positive and having a good outlook. He’s such a crusader. I will miss his posts-such a sad day.
Sherry Boyd
R.I.P Ken!! Thank you for being such a strong force. You’ve taught us all how to keep going. Keeping us educated, informed and giving us hope. To your family, may God comfort you and you find peace.
Linda Trummer
Dearest family of Ken,
What an incredible loss to us all, for Ken was a driving force for those of us with MCL. We sadly miss him in the support room, but will see him one day soon. My warmest wishes of love and friendship to you all.
Kathi
i “met” Ken in a Facebook MCL group I had joined when my daddy was diagnosed with the dreadful illness. Ken was always so very helpful and encouraging. He Had such knowledge of the disease and its treatment and he was always so willing to share and encourage. I knew he had relapsed and was praying for his healing. Guess God chose to give Ken a heavenly healing. I like to think he and my dad have finally met and are sitting around sharing stories of their families. my heartfelt prayers go out to Kens family and friends who will deeply miss him. i am so very Sorry!
Melissa Kimberly-Carter
Dear Ken’s family,
Although I never met Ken, I felt as though I knew him. Ken was a member of a FB group I joined when my daddy was diagnosed with MCL. Ken was a wealth of knowledge and shared it willingly with me next every other member. Ken was very encouraging to me always. I cried when I read this. I felt sure he would, as my sister said, “be the winner.” In a sense he is. As he is now healed and walking the golden streets with my daddy. Condolences to the entire family. What a brav man he was!