Kamen D. Kamenov

Born Aug. 16, 1926 in Bulgaria a son of the late Dimitar and Anastasia Kamenov. He was a veteran of the Bulgarian Army.

He was a political refuge arriving in the United States on May 15, 1971.

Kamen was a tireless worker and was a self-employed contractor and also worked for various construction companies. He was proud to be part of the United States and felt an obligation to earn his own way taking pride in everything he did with his talents and work ethic. Kamen loved to work and never retired!

He was a member of the Lily Dale Assembly for over 30 years, loved helping people, serving his church and community, was a spiritual mentor and dedicated friend.

Husband of the late Lillian Srekov Kamenov, whom he married June 15, 1986 and who died Nov. 21, 2006; father of Emelia and Dragomir (Emilia) Kamenov; grandfather of four and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters. Also survived by nieces, nephews and his dear friend and dedicated caregiver Kathleen Smaszcz.

The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Jordan Funeral Home, Sinclairville. Burial in Cassadaga Cemetery.