Kenneth A. Howes

59, of Coventry, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 2, 2019 at Brentwood Nursing Home, Warwick. Born in Jamaica, Queens, NY, he was a son of R. Bruce and Elaine C. (Ricci) Howes. He was a self-employed inventor. Known to everyone as “Big Kenny”, he will always be remembered for his neverending sense of humor and his brilliant smile.

He is survived by his loving children, Kritrina M. Naylor, of Coventry, Kenneth A. Howes, Jr. of Clearwater, FL, Anna Elaine “Lanie” Howes, Coventry. He was the cherished grandfather of eight. Kenneth was the brother of Robert B. Howes and his wife Deborah of Hope.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service on Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston. Burial will be private. VISITING HOURS Tuesday evening 4:00-6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202.