Kenneth was born in 1928 in Solvay, NY to his parents Myrtle & Basil E. Newton, both of whom preceded him in death. He is also predeceased by his first wife, Ruth Newton. Survived by his wife Annabelle Day; children Marsha Martin and Basil K. Newton; grandchildren Russell Martin, Grace Martin and Benjamin Newton.

Kenneth worked at Salinas Press in Syracuse for 45 years. He was an Veteran of the United States Army, was active in the Chili Lions Club and FASNY.

Services and interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, in Syracuse, NY will be private.