Kenneth Harrison

HARRISON, Kenneth – 88, Halifax passed away peacefully on December 17, 2011. Born in Lowestoft, England, he was the son of Mowbray and Elizabeth (Taylor) Harrison. After training in naval architecture, shipbuilding and marine engineering, he worked with Brooke Marine (England) Vosper’s Portsmouth, (England) and Robert Clark London (England). He joined Lloyds Register of Shipping in 1951 and retired in 1983 after 32 years service. He was Senior Surveyor in charge for 20 years. He worked in Southampton (England), Glasgow (Scotland), St. John’s (Newfoundland), St. John (New Brunswick) and Halifax (Nova Scotia). He was a Fellow of the Institute of Naval Architects, a member of the Institute of Marine Engineers, and a member of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers. His main interests were ships and boats. He was a boat designer, an avid sailor, a member of the Bedford Yacht Club and later Armdale Yacht Club. He also enjoyed amateur Radio Club. After he retired, he and his wife spent winters in Florida. He is survived by his beloved wife Bonnie, a brother Mowbray (England), and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Muriel (Johannesburg, South Africa).

Cremation has taken place under the direction of JA Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Dr. Halifax, NS (902-455-0531). A Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 4th at 2pm with a reception to follow. A private funeral will take place in Cefnarthen, Wales at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice. For on-line condolences, please visit www.jasnowfuneralhome.com