Kenneth Racca Sr

January 6, 2021

Mr. Kenneth Anthony Racca Sr., age 75, of Yonkers, died Wednesday January 6, 2021. He was the loving husband of Hope L. Racca (Fischer). Ken was born January 13, 1945 in Yonkers, son of the late Michael and Helen (Muscente) Racca. He was a graduate of Gorton High School, and enjoyed playing football. Ken was retired from Macy’s, and spent his career working in sales. He was always active in Boys Scouts and he was passionate about volunteering as a Big Brother. In addition to his wife Hope, Ken is survived by his children: Kenneth Racca Jr. and his wife Donna of Wappingers Falls and grandchildren Ryan, Kyle, and Alexis; Christine Racca Kelly and her husband Eric of Fuquay Varina, NC; Deborah (Shelley) Czupkowski and her husband Michael of Danbury, CT and grandchildren Olivia and Joshua; and Kenneth Shelley and wife Carrie of Yorktown Heights and grandchildren Connor and Keira. Ken is also survived by his niece Jennifer (Fischer) Lasner and nephew Nicholas Fischer that he loved as his children. Ken is also survived by his brother Michael Racca and wife Carol of Orangeburg and deceased sister Elena Racca. Ken will also be forever remembered by his numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and dear friends. Hope and Ken were happily married for 35 years. Ken had a fascination for sci-fi and Godzilla. He enjoyed time outdoors and around the golf course. Ken was a trivia buff and loved to play games with his grandchildren, although he didn’t play well he just laughed through it all. He loved long carrides with his wife, they could disappear for a day or a weekend. He loved to travel, local and far. He enjoyed Mystic where Ken and Hope honeymooned and visited. He loved to go on cruises, to see the shows and enjoy the ocean air. Ken had a passion for the holidays. He passed on traditions that will remain forever with his family. Ken had a smile that filled a room. He was a source of comfort, patience, and wisdom to those he loved. Ken was clever with his quick wit and charmed with a joke. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. His wife Hope, children and grandchildren were the light of his life. Services are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Kenneth's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online HERE