Kenneth H. Backlund, 87, of Rockland, MA, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on June 2, 2025.

Ken was born in Springfield, MA, on October 10, 1937, the son of the late John and Dorothy Backlund. He dedicated his career to working as an ironworker with the Ironworkers Union Local No. 7 and took great pride in the many buildings he helped construct throughout his life.

Ken enjoyed the simple pleasures in life—long walks while sightseeing around Boston, photography, and cheering on his beloved Red Sox. Above all, he cherished his family. He shared 61 wonderful years of marriage with his devoted wife, Diane.

He was the loving father of Kenneth Backlund Jr. and his wife, Rachel, and Maria Jenkins and her late husband, Mark Jenkins. Ken was a proud Papa to his grandchildren: Amy Greenough and her husband, Alex, Danielle Cirelli and Leo Trindade, Ryan Jenkins, Jacob Backlund, and Lilly Jenkins. He was also a beloved great-grandfather to Lucas, Gabriel, and Madison Trindade, and Annabel Greenough.

Ken's legacy of love, strength, and dedication will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held Quealy & Son Funeral Home 116 Adams Street Abington on Monday June 9 from 4 PM to 7 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St Bridgets Church on Tuesday June 10th at 12:15 PM Interment to follow at St. Patricks Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Norwell VNA and Hospice, 120 Longwater Dr Norwell, MA  02061. They were wonderful in assisting with the care of Ken during his final days.