Salem - Kenneth M. Verolla, 52, of Salem, NH, passed away on Sunday, September 26th at his mother's home after a brief but valiant battle against cancer.

Ken was born and educated in Lawrence, MA and graduated from Lawrence High School. He received his Accounting Degree from the University of Lowell.

Ken had a successful CPA practice in Andover, MA for many years. He began his career working with Henry Grillo, later having his own practice. He returned to school, getting his Juris Doctor Degree from Mass. School of Law. Ken enjoyed music, gaming, trivia, NASCAR racing and fantasy football. He loved his dog, Daisy.

Ken will be sadly missed by his mother, Carole Kozdra of Methuen, MA; his brother, Mario Verolla and his wife Serena of Windham, NH; his sister, Maria Robito of Lawrence, MA and several nieces and nephews, including Nicholas and Alyssa Verolla.He was predeceased by his father, Mario A. Verolla.

Visitation will be on Thursday, September 30th from 4 to 7 p.m, followed by a funeral service at 7 p.m. at Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem, NH.

Memorial contributions in Kenneth's name may be sent to the Jimmy Fund c/o Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.

To send a message of condolence to the family, please view the obituary at www.douglasandjohnson.com.