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Kenneth Raymond Black, age, 72, of Vass Woodlake, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 12:00pm at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery with full Military Honors.
Kenneth was born in Caribou, Maine on March 18, 1954 to the late Del Finnegan and Irene Black.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Michelle Black, daughter, Kendra Walden (Stampley) of Raleigh, grandsons, Wesley and William, brother, Keith Black of Ohio.
He lived his life to the fullest by seeing and doing everything he could have possibly dreamed of as a husband, father, grandfather, and a pilot for the U.S. Air Force. He will be greatly missed.
Condolences may be sent to www.coxmemorialfuneralhome.com.
Cox Memorial..."Serving GOD, by serving families in a time of need."
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