Kenneth W. Shook, 102, of Wilson Borough, formerly of Palmer Township, died Sunday, May 1, 2016 in his home. His wife, Lucy Mae (Bittenbender) Shook died in 2011.
Born November 5, 1913 in Bangor, he was the son of the late Charles Raymond and Minnie Jane (Frantz) Shook.
He was a purchasing agent and vice president of Victor Balata and Textile Belting Co. He retired in 1977. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Easton, a graduate of Churchman Business School and a Past Master of Easton Lodge #152, Free and Accepted Masons. Kenneth played clarinet and saxophone in various bands in the Easton and Bangor area. During WWII, he and his wife, Lucy Mae, were Air Raid Wardens.
Surviving are his daughters, Eileen M. Lenhart of Neffs and Jean Louise Shook of Horsham, formerly of Philadelphia, two granddaughters, Iva Mae Frantz and Kristy Anne Lenhart, six great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
A Masonic Service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, May 5, 2016 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton with a funeral service to follow at 11:15 am. A visitation will be held from 10:00 am until service time on Thursday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Centerville Cemetery, Stone Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 330 Ferry St., Easton, PA 18042. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
George Young, District Deputy Grand Master
May 2, 2016 at 8:32 pm
My deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. He has gone on to meet his Creator. We as brothers will all meet together when our time comes.
God Bless you and your families.
George W. Young, DDGM District #9
William E. D’Huyvetters
May 3, 2016 at 3:46 pm
My sympathy to the family of Kenneth W. Shook. I was a co-worker of Kens for 35 years. He was a very honest, truthful man and very loyal. May God be with him.
William E. D’Huyvetters
Moravian Hall Square