Charlton: Kenneth P. Durand, 85, of Masonic Home Rd., passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22nd, at the Overlook Masonic Home, Charlton, after an illness.

He leaves his beloved wife of 66 years, Eileen M. (Felton) Durand; his daughter, Debora L. Brassard and her husband Kevin of Charlton; three grandchildren, Laura M. Brassard and her husband, Jeremy Weiss, Dr. Sarah A. Brassard and Jeremy M. Brassard and his wife Felicia; two cherished great grandchildren, Annelise E. Brassard and Jonathan L. Weiss.

Ken was born in Palmer the son of Harold P. and Veronica C. (Senecal) Durand.  He graduated from Tantasqua Regional High School.  He worked for more than 31 years for the American Optical Company in Southbridge, starting as a setup man in the factory and rising to a plant manager.  Ken also earned a certificate in Management from WPI during his time at American Optical.  Ken enjoyed skiing, biking, hiking, and traveling with his wife Eileen.  He was a devote catholic and active member of St. Anne St. Patrick's Parish in Sturbridge.

A funeral Mass for Ken will be held on Friday, September 26th  at 10:00am in St. Anne Church, 16 Church St., Sturbridge.  Burial will follow in St. Anne's Cemetery, Sturbridge.  There are no calling hours.