Arthur G. Kean

By NANCY CREVIER

Published: Jul 15, 2005 12:00 am

Arthur G. Kean

Arthur G. Kean, 78, husband of Ruth (Duffy) Kean of Danbury, and formerly of Newtown, died July 7 in Danbury Hospital.

He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on December 29, 1926, a son of the late Thomas and Florence (Williams) Kean. Arthur served in the US Army in 1945 as a communications specialist.

Mr Kean was the owner of the former Artâs Stationery and Variety in Newtown. He had also worked for American Bosch Arma, Norden United Aircraft and he retired as traffic manager from General Data Comm in 1995.

In addition to his wife of 57 years, he is survived by four sons, Dennis Kean and Brian Kean, both of Newtown, Arthur Kean of Norwalk, and Kevin Kean of New Milford; five daughters, Elizabeth Viglione of Newtown, Catherine Kean of Sandy Hook, Julia Kean of New Milford, Margaret Niquette of Southbury, and Veronica Kean of Danbury; and 18 grandchildren.

Funeral services were held July 13 in the Honan Funeral Home, Newtown. Interment followed in St John Cemetery, Norwalk.

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Top Of The Mountain

First the low hanging fruit. Dave; it was a joke, please get over it. You are the only person in Newtown that thought I really wanted to build a stadium on 6 Commence Rd. Now on to Alex. You might not appreciate my writing style or my selection of words, but let's not loose sight of the fact that by responding to my letter in the manner that you did, you have removed any doubt whatsoever that you have no idea of the quantifiable benefits you are dismissing not only for the town, but also for protesters. Either you stopped listening at the word "ordinance" or you never started.. Your constitutional rights to assemble were never in question and would actually be strengthened and there would be literally no impediments. We could even title it "The Alex Villamil Ordinance" if you want. It could be your legacy and actually show Newtown your willingness to work in a bipartisan way for the betterment of the town. Businesses would be protected. Traffic wouldn't be interrupted. The town would save hundreds of thousands of dollars in police overtime. And maybe most importantly, the town could prevent another tragedy while mitigating legal risk in the event something terrible happens at a protest. Nothing bad could never happen in Newtown right? All that could be accomplished by a simple, non-intrusive ordinance unless all the detriments to our town are intentional in order to bring more attention to your cause. Alex, this was not me throwing a temper tantrum. Believe me, you will know it if that happens. I am just putting Newtown first. From that perspective, if you think critically, the regulation is necessary. It makes sense logically, rationally, and is reasonable. There is absolutely no down side. None. I would be willing to sit down with you to see if we could come to some type of compromise if you want. Let me know. You would be amazed how much you can accomplish when there is dialogue amongst neighbors.

It’s About Dialogue Amongst Neighbors — Not Regulation

A popular prank circulating on TikTok is “ding-dong-ditch” where a group of young people violently bang or kick someone’s door late at night and then “ditch” or run. On May 3 three high schoolers here in Fredericksburg Va. were participating in such a prank. One homeowner assumed, as in this case, an attempted break in and also took measures to defend his family and property. As the youths were running away he fired, striking an 18 year old graduating senior in the back killing him and seriously injuring a second youth. A wasted life, a family shattered, and the homeowner charged with murder.

Late Night Prank Gone Wrong

You’re absolutely right — no one should ever feel unsafe in their own home. Being startled awake by violent banging at your door late at night is no joke, and it’s a stark reminder that danger can come without warning. That’s why I’m thankful for the right to protect ourselves, our families, and our property. In a moment like that, you don’t get a second chance to call for help before you act — you have to be prepared. Our homes should be a place of peace, not fear, and the ability to defend them is a right worth safeguarding.

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