This officer, who made the ultimate
sacrifice in the performance of his
duties to the citizens of West Deptford
Township, shall always be
remembered
and held with honor and
esteem by the West Deptford Police Department.
Lieutenant Kenneth B. Dechen served a formidable 23 years in the West Deptford Police Departmentbefore his untimely death in
October of 2000. Kenny touched
many lives in a very special way during his brief, but brilliant, time with us. Those who knew him for a short time, as well as those who knew him well, experienced a great sense of loss at his passing. He was a highly-respected and admired person in his community and his quick wit, immeasurable sense of humor and his intense love for his family endeared him to all.