OBITUARY
Kenneth Patrick Hatch
June 25, 1940 – January 6, 2021
On Wednesday, January 6, 2021 Kenneth (Ken) Patrick Hatch, loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, passed away at the age of 80. Ken was born on June 25, 1940 in Fresno, CA to Kenneth L. and Virginia Berenice Fitzpatrick Hatch. He attended grade school at Saint Therese School. He grew up on a ranch in Fresno and spent many days fishing, body surfing and spending time with family at Santa Cruz Beach and in Aptos, CA. He graduated Fresno High class of 1958, was distinguished in swimming and water polo and was a Valley Champion and record holder in the 100-yard butterfly. He went to Fresno City College where he met his wife, Judy, of 58 years.
Ken was a small business owner starting with Hatch’s Drive-In in Mendota from 1962-1964 and then across from Roeding Park as Judi-Ken’s Drive-In from 1964-2001. It was a family operation where the children and grandchildren grew up and worked. He also owned and managed rental properties.
Ken’s favorite things were swimming in his pool, taking ocean cruises, cheering enthusiastically at his grandchildren's sporting events, and driving around the U.S. attending events with his wife, Judy, and the PT Cruiser Club of Central California. He had a strong devotion to his Catholic faith and was a longtime member of Our Lady of Victory and The Shrine of Saint Therese Parishes in Fresno, CA. He loved to go to Sunday mass, debate politics, sip on bourbon, gamble at casinos and spend time with his family. Ken will be remembered for his humor, affection and love for his family and friends. He cherished and loved his wife more than anything else in the world. Ken loved his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren immensely and was proud of all their accomplishments.
He is survived by wife of 58 years Judith Arlene (Thiel) Hatch, 3 children and their spouses: son Kenneth Peter Hatch, wife Andrea Hatch of Daly City, CA, daughter Judith Ann Bremer, husband Edward Bremer of Fresno, CA, son Bryce Lewis Hatch, wife Victoria Hatch of Pacifica, CA, 12 grandchildren: Allison Ann (Moore) Freer, husband Brian Freer of Sanger, CA, Rachel Lauren Hatch-Ibarra, wife Ashley Ibarra of Reno, NV, Kristi Ann (Moore) Horner, husband Michael Horner of Clovis, CA, Kelli Christine (Hatch) Richardson, husband Evan Richardson of San Francisco, CA, Kenneth James Hatch, fiancée Alexis Perez of Daly City, CA, Valerie Ann Moore of Fresno, CA, Madeline Nicole Hatch of Daly City, CA, Spencer Bremer of Fresno, CA, Bryce Patrick Hatch, Benjamin Lewis Hatch, Brody Robert Hatch and Bonnie Elizabeth Hatch of Pacifica, CA, 2 great-grandchildren: Jaxon James Freer, 1 year 9 months and Harper Elizabeth Freer, 8 months of Sanger, CA, sister Esther Caiazza of Clovis, CA , brother-in-law Ronald Thiel and his wife Barbara Franklin of Honokaa, Hawaii, and many nieces and nephews. Ken was preceded in death by sister Virginia Arlene Jernigan, nephew David Koop and parents, Kenneth L. and Virginia Berenice Hatch.
Contributions in Kenneth's memory may be made to Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 2850 N Crystal Ave, Fresno, California 93705, www.olvchurch-fresno.com; Shrine of St. Therese Catholic Church, 855 E Floradora Ave, Fresno, California 93728, shrineofsttherese.org; and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 12300 Reina Road, Bakersfield, California 93312 US, www.setoncatholicchurch.org. or Fresno Police Chaplaincy ( K9 Unit in designated section) 905 N Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93728 https://fresnopdchaplaincy.org
Monsignor Perry Kavookjian, former Judi-Ken's Drive In employee and longtime friend, will be the celebrant for graveside services.
Arrangements will be handled by Whitehurst Sullivan Burns & Blair Funeral Home.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.whitehurstsullivan.com for the Hatch family.
Services
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Graveside Service
Monday, January 18, 2021
Memories
Kenneth Patrick Hatch
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ADD A MEMORYJeanette Tomlinson
January 23, 2021
Ken was always so fun to be around and he truly loved Judy. He always committed about how good she was and yes we all know Judy is a sweet lady. PT will not be the same. Rest in peace Ken. We will miss you.
Bryce Hatch
January 19, 2021
I would like to thank everyone for the kind words and prayers. My father was always very proud of his children and I am proud that he was my father. He was truly one of a kind and I will miss him every day of my life. I love you dad.
John Angelos
January 18, 2021
David Ray
January 18, 2021
Mr. Hatch was a true pillar of the Fresno community. He will be greatly missed.
Carole Kruger
January 18, 2021
Many good memories of Ken at family gatherings over the years..
He was a very good husband and father and I hope these memories will be of comfort to you, Judy. We send condolences to you all, and so sorry for your loss. The Kruger family....Hans, Carole, Jeff and Tim
Alex Flores
January 18, 2021
Ken & I go back many years as parish members of OLV Catholic Church. whenever we saw each other he always had such a big smile, really happy to see me. My thoughts & prayers and deepest condolences to the Hatch family.
Geoff Meehan
January 18, 2021
Ken was a lucky man he was blessed to have the best family.We wish to send our love to all his family.We only met a couple of times but could tell he was a very loving Husband ,Father and Grandfather who was very proud of his whole family and loved them all.Ken you were very special person and will be forever in our heats.Love Geoff and Sue Meehan.
thomas Baird
January 17, 2021
REST IN PEACE KEN.
WE SPENT A LOT OF TIME TOGETHER INCLUDING PARTIES AT YOUR HOUSE ON BELMONT AVENUE DURING HIGH SCHOOL AND JUST AFTER.
I WISH WE HAD STAYED IN TOUCH MORE.
MY CONDOLANCES TO YOUR FAMILY.
Victor Guerrero
January 17, 2021
I have so many memories of Ken. He included me on many trips with his family. Ken had a great influence on my life. He took me to Santa Cruz, Las Vegas, Arizona, Utah, Bryce Canyon, Reno... and the adventures with him were many. He taught me the importance of listening to the Gospel in mass. He waited for me to get to work, where he would grill me. I learned to pay attention to the word in church and not just sit there cause that’s routine. I worked for him all through high school. He supported me all through sports and church activities. Ken taught me to be adventurous. All the new places ( mystery spot, ball fields, trails...), it gave me a sense of adventure. He showed me how take my life at full speed. It has been the way ever since. I have lived that way for the next 45 years. The “Hatch” family opened the world to me. I was intoxicated to get the most out of life. Once, Ken made it possible for me to get cases & cases of whip cream donations from the local milk companies for the big whipped cream fight (when I led the catholic youth group). We had about a hundred kids with cans in there hands, just making the biggest mess any church had ever seen. I took how Ken inspired me and continued with youth groups for 30 more years. I found “ myself” though those years. I discovered I loved making kids and youths happy. To influence them. I even became a Santa Claus and saw Ken and Judy 40 years later at a celebration, decked out in my red suit. I think that ken showed me how to “Go For It!” Thanks Ken and Judy for taking me in as an employee, family and friend. You guys wound me up and turned me lose into the world. I am eternally grateful.
Mark Cameron
January 17, 2021
I'm sorry about your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Here's
one of my favorite pictures. Mr. Hatch is sharing a snow cone with us!!!
Maria Caiazza
January 16, 2021
I have such good memories from you Uncle KP. I know that your faith with Catholic Religion was really serious to you. You will be missed. You loved your family so much. My memories is that when I was with my family and I was swiming I used God's name in a bad way. You let me know. Also, later Judy Ann told me not in these exact words did you say something you shoudn't? She let me know how you brought her up.(when I reflect) She let me know that you KP were serious. I wish we all could have stayed in touch. . I remember you letting me go behind the counter at Judi-Kens and telling me to get whatever you want. I chose a vanilla ice cream on cone. I filled that cone up so high. I learned that I could not finish it. I tried first Pepsi at your drive in. yes, everyone must have loved those french fries. . Well. I am so proud to be your Niece. You cared for me. You showed it by your words & your actions. I had things I could not talk to anyone about. When I was having mental breakdowns. You & Aunt judi made me feel better because you told me we are really glad you called us. It seemed to make you feel good that I would think to call you for help & it was an honor that I would think to call you. Thank you so much for this. You did this a few times. I love you KP. You and Judi would look at a picture you had of me and told me I looked like a model. Thank you for helping with the situtation with my mom and dad seperating . Family support was there. I felt I could totally trust you and Aunt Judi. This was so important to me. All your jokes and humor. Your kids I feel have it too. (family genes) Loved your humor. Mainly the love that showed for your family. You and Aunt Judi enjoyed simple things. Your marriage so true. What an example. You I will miss but in my heart you will live on in my heart because so many treasured memories.
I love your whole family. You did good.
Pat Caiazza
January 15, 2021
My uncle KP and Godfather.
I have such fond memories. He was always fun to be around. We could joke back and forth. I remember him letting me share a trip with his family, to Santa Cruz. Also, many New Years Eve Bowling nights. I enjoyed him letting me help with the fireworks stands. I remember me spending the night and before leaving I wanted to buy a box of fireworks. He would not have it and gave me one. He did not have too. A few years ago I needed a medical procedure and he helped taking me in. I loved his hamburgers and had many of them. Nothing out there comes close. I enjoyed all the years we would switch Christmas and Thanksgiving dinners every year between his place and my parents. Any time we were together it was a joy. Some people had distanced godfathers, But KP always showed he cared and was an involved Godfather and Uncle.
Bonnie Whitley
January 14, 2021
KP (or pay pea as I first knew him!), was the epitome of what an Uncle should be. As young children, he was a powerful daily influence for me and my 3 siblings. He noticed us kids, he really played with us. Always with humor, he schooled us in lessons of life. He made us feel important by showing up for our grade school plays and graduations. Importantly, he proudly and openly shared his religious faith and convictions, encouraging us to follow his lead. As young adults, KP supported us in troubled times, offering his wisdom and unconditional love.
As I traveled on with my life, knowing my Uncle and friend KP would always be by my side added strength to my convictions and independence.
My personal memories include first and foremost Pepsi & Oreos, flat on your belly on the carpet, watching football. Sharing was dependent on minding your manners (i.e. don’t interrupt the game and no pigging out). Swinging from his arms and riding on his shoulders come next. Then butterfly swimming and pool diving lessons. Playing Concentration card games with his buddies was pretty interesting, too. My most emotional memory is the Christmas Eve with no Christmas tree. Santa KP came while we were gone to Christmas Tree Lane and brought us a fully decorated tree! He never admitted it, but I surely knew it was him.
Giant hot fudge sundaes with a cherry on top, the best fries on Earth, pinball machines, babysitting, and firework stands (made of casket crates no less!) are all part of my life with my godfather and Uncle KP! I’m so privileged to have known the best!
Robert Campbell
January 13, 2021
Our condolences to Judy and the Hatch family.
Ken was a good friend and a Catholic gentleman.
I have so many fond memories of the times we spent together.
He loved his PT & his ducks. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten. God bless Ken, Judy and the Hatch family.
Bob & Diane Campbell
Constance Claes
January 13, 2021
To Judy and family,
Ken will always be a good memory of fun and humor.
Jody Cook
January 12, 2021
KP was always in our life when we were young. Once we grew up I'd see him Christmas at Grams or at the PT Cruiser show in Laughlin. He was surprised I drove over a 100 miles to see him. We are, of those that leave. ones that always hang on in their minds to their beginnings. He was with me long as I can remember, before his bad car accident, many nights sitting in the hospital parking lot praying he'd wake up. KP taught me lots, shared lots, took care of us when no one else did. I'll never forget....Goldust, Foot ball games, laying on the living room floor with 6 pack Pepsi bag of Oreos, how to butterfly swim like a pro, taught me how to mow and edge a lawn, how to girl dress accordingly to situation, let me win the Mendota rabbit contest. Many surprised Santa Christmases, even with our extremely poor situation......yes I'm sure it was him. Shared his business adventure knowledge that I still use today. He let me pull the chewing gum off under the poker game table and laughed when I found his change in the couch. .I could go on and on. KP was my rock until we had to leave , I was 12 and he had his own family to take care of. I'll never forget my uncle. Nothing can take away the memories he gave and shared with me.
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