Kenneth G. Wickham Jr.

Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Kenny spent most of his life in Jackson. From a young age, he loved the outdoors and getting into mischief with his brothers, Keith and Kevin, always keeping their parents on their toes and wondering what adventures the boys would find next.

Kenny learned his trade from his father and went on to build a successful business of his own. A well-known and respected business owner in Jackson, he devoted much of his life to his work while also raising and supporting his family. Kenny met his wife, Jan, at a young age, and together they shared 46 years of marriage.

More than anything, Kenny wanted to be a husband and father. He and Jan were blessed to raise their daughter, Victoria, and their niece, Vanessa. Kenny's impact, however, extended far beyond his immediate family. He played a meaningful role in the lives of many people and was someone others looked up to and relied upon. His friends often said he was more than a friend—he was family. That was simply who Kenny was: generous, loyal, and always willing to help anyone in need.

Known for his summer pig roasts and winter hunting trips, Kenny was the kind of person everyone wanted in their corner. As his family grew, he found even greater joy in being a grandfather to Jade, Kendra, and Isaiah. Nothing made him happier than spending time with his grandchildren. One of his favorite pastimes was fishing with Kendra, Jeremy, and his brother Keith. Kenny was happiest outdoors, especially when surrounded by the people he loved.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Kenny will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Kenny was predeceased by his mother, Gladys Wickham, and his brother, James Selph.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Jan; his father, Kenneth Wickham Sr.; his brothers, Keith Wickham and Kevin Wickham and his wife, Sue; his sister-in-law, Jill Lewis and her husband, Tom; and his sister-in-law, Diane Harvey. He is also survived by his daughter, Victoria Wickham; his godson, Jeremy Selph and his wife, Jaime; his grandchildren, Kendra, Jade, and Isaiah; his nieces, Lea O'Brien and her fiancee, Douglas Edwards, Vanessa Valverde, Lissette Malek, Jessica Wickham and her fiance Nicholas Welsh, Brooke Franciosi, Nicole Rooney and her husband, Christopher, Megan Gwinnett, and Kathryn Fryka; his nephews, Keith Wickham and his wife, Caroline, Kenneth Wickham and his wife, Britney, and Rob Wickham; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Cremation services will be private.

A Celebration of Life will be held on July 12 at 12:00 p.m. at the Cassville Volunteer Fire Department on Miller Road in Jackson, New Jersey.