Kenneth B

Stueben

Kenneth B. Stueben, of Englewood Cliffs, NJ, passed away during the afternoon of Sunday, February 13, 2022. He was ill for years, but his strength and resilience proved to astound all, time and time again. He was loved and respected by all who met him, and he made the world a much better place with his presence and love. He was born in Jersey City, NJ, on February 9, 1950, to the late Carmella (nйe Stinelli) and Christian T. V. Stueben, and was raised in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. As the youngest son of a proud Italian-American & German-American family, food became his passion. He loved fine dining as well as fast food and his favorite of all, was pizza and boardwalk food. He loved the ocean and he would take his wife and three daughters to North Wildwood every summer.

He loved sports and found much joy in coaching his three daughters when they played softball and basketball in Bogota and loved cheering on his three grandchildren at their games in Westchester, NY.

He owned and operated Printing Craftsmen, Inc., in Fairview, the company founded by his father in 1940. He proudly took over in 1970, building on the family legacy with his wife by his side & later, his daughters. His youngest daughter, Kristin, ran the business when he first became ill in 2011.

His reputation was unmatched for integrity, honesty, and character, and countless business associates also cherished him as a friend.

He enjoyed his summers down the shore with his family, as well as going out to enjoy great food and company. He loved shopping and got his sense of style from his older brother. When he wanted to relax, he loved spending time with his wife and dog, Willow, enjoying programs on TV as well as delving into a good book. He also loved playing golf and even when he was unable to walk well, he was hopeful to get back on the green.

His spirit was legendary, as was his compassion, especially for those less fortunate. No one ever had a better or more loyal friend than Ken.

His marriage was the love story of a lifetime as he married his next-door neighbor and high school sweetheart. The beautiful couple were the 1960s version of Barbie and Ken.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years (and partner of 55), Joyce (nйe Brunner); his daughters, Victoria (and Michael Bucco) of Fair Lawn, Laurie (and Brian Ferrara) of Pelham Manor, NY, and Kristin of Miami, FL; his grandchildren, Leonard Anthony, Taylor Josie, Brian Kenneth Ferrara and baby girl Bucco who is soon to arrive; his brother, Christian P. Stueben, of Saddle River; his cousin, Frank J. Minervini Jr., of Washington Township, and numerous other relatives and friends.

He was immensely loved and will be missed, always and forever.