Ken was a wonderfully kind, thoughtful and compassionate man who lived well and left this life on his own terms. Ken had a 37 year career with BC Tel and retired to build cars, boats and houses. He and Myrna travelled by hot rods, cruise ships, boats, planes and trains meeting and enjoying old and new friends on their travels.
Ken leaves his loving wife Myrna, sister Norma, brother-in-law Bob and their children with their respective families. Ken would like to thank some special friends that made the intolerable tolerable, Darleen, Dave & Jeannie, Bob P. And Ed & Sonia.
A special thanks to Dr. Ian MacKenzie for his care and caring. No flowers please, instead donations to the Mount Newton Society at 2158 Mount Newton X Road https://mountnewtoncentre.org/donate/, would be appreciated.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Richard Yorston
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Carol Olsen Dear Norma,
Sending our heartfelt love and condolences to you, Bob and of course Myrna. Feeling thankful to have
met Bob when you drove out to Chilliwack to visit our Mother, your cousin, Eleanor Beairsto in 2016.
Just know we are thinking about you and yours at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Carol and Malcolm
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Laura Saxby I was so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing Myrna. I remember when you met and the huge smile he brought to your beautiful face my dear friend. It has been far too long since we shared a glass of wine together, what wonderful memories I have of you both. My heart goes out to you at this very difficult time and I hope when this covid thing settles down we can get together for that long overdue glass of wine. Sending you much love Myrna!
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Carl Beairsto Dear Norma. Really sorry to hear of your loss. We didn’t know Ken but know now that we had similar interests so would like to have. Sounds like a real great guy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Carl and Barb Beairsto
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Phil Borleske My deepest sympathy, Myrna, on your loss of Ken.
One of my special memories of Ken was a family breakfast together 5 years ago at an Everett, Washington, restaurant: Ken, Norma, my sister Judy and brother Mark, and me.
Many years ago, about 1954, my family (dad: Ted, one of Ray’s brothers) did a 4,000 auto + camping trip from Wisconsin to Vancouver and back, staying with Ray and Jane, Ken and Norma for a few days. I bunked with Ken in his room during that time.
Blessings to you! Phil Borleske, Vinton, Iowa
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Lana Denoni (Storie) Hi Myrna. Sorry to read Ken’s passing. It has been too many years since we have talked or seen you
Both at Sailpast. I wish you well and I know you will miss him but remember a life well lived. I do hope
That soon we will be able to visit and catch up on our past friendship. Much love to you!
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Kelvin & Carolyn Rasmussen Our condolences Myrna on the sad passing of Ken. We have many fond memories of the many car shows we attended with Ken and all of the great stories he had to tell.
Loving thoughts are with you at this saddest of times.
Kelvin & Carolyn Rasmussen
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Sylvia & Terry Martin Dear Myrna,
It is with sadness we hear of Ken’s passing. Always a smile, positive comments and a zest for life. It has been special to have known Ken. A big adjustment for you Myrna, however you both did live life your way and will have wonderful memories.
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Kenneth F. Smith Dear Myrna:
I was saddened to read of Ken’s passing. He was a fine man with qualities I admired.
blessings to you as you cherish the memories.Ken Smith
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Robin Adair Our deepest condolences to Myrna and family on the sad passing of Ken. We will always remember him as an engaging man, interested in his community and the world at large. Sincerely Robin and Marisa
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Jennifer Waelti-Walters Dear Myrna, I was so sorry to read about Ken’s death. I still chuckle at your stories about him. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. big hug.Jennyww
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Joan Backus Dear Myrna,. I’m so sorry for your sad loss. Ken was such a lovely gentle man, with a smile that could light up a room. I send much love your way.
Joan Backus
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Bente Birchall Dear Myrna, I was so sad to read of your loss. Nothing can ever prepare us for the loss of a husband & best friend. My condolences to you.
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DOUG LOCKE SORRY TO READ OF KEN’S PASSING. KEN AND I WORKED TOGETHER AT BCTEL FOR
MANY YEARS TOGETHER. WE WERE GOOD BUDDIES AND WHEN I GOT MARRIED KEN WAS MY BEST MAN. WE DID SOME NICE TRIPS TOGETHER. WHEN WE RETIRED WE MOVED AND LOST CONTACT
WITHEACH OTHER.
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WTH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME.
DOUG LOCKE
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Graeme Cockle Sorry to read of Ken’s passing. We will always have fond memories of the times we shared. I tried to call but did not have a current number.
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Richard Mitchell Hi Norma,
Really sorry for your loss.
I wish I could have spent more time with Ken. I have some great memories with him.
Thinking of you, Hugs, Rick Mitchell
I am so very sorry for your loss.