Kenneth Emery Somers

With great sadness the family announces the unexpected passing of Kenneth Emery Somers in Sudbury on Monday, August 17th, 2020 at the age of 83. Loving husband of Ina Somers (Aikens) of Lanark Heights. Loved father of Rick Somers, Doug Somers (Cindy Venier), Rexanne Somers all of Drayton; Scott and Lynn Nairn of Sudbury , and Jeff and Kim Nairn of Waterloo. Proud grandfather of Chaz Somers, Jesse and Hailey Somers (children Brynly, Crew and Kane), Kelsey Somers; Anthony Nairn, Courtney Ferron, Curtis Ferron; Amy and Jeff May (children Rylan, Luca, and Lilyanna), Adam and Claudiane Merkley (daughter Quinn) and Andrew Nairn. Loving brother of Mildred (Millie) McQuillin (Ivan predeceased) of Kitchener and Marion Somers (Marnie) of Kitchener. Ken was born in Winterbourne, Ontario, he was the oldest child of William and Angeline Somers. Ken worked for LTL/JET Transport for most of his life, then Golden Hawk before retiring. He spent quite a few years during his retirement doing odd jobs for many, which he enjoyed and did well. He lived at Lanark Place in Kitchener for the past three years where he made many friends with other residents and staff who became an important part of his life. Ken lovingly and unselfishly took care of Ina until her move into long term care and he continued to visit her regularly. Ken, Scott and Jeff were on their annual fishing weekend that had become a tradition for them at Scott and Lynn's cottage. Ken was especially excited to be able to do that this year. After only one day of this special time, his health deteriorated and he was admitted to Ramsey Lake Health Centre where after many ups and downs, he passed away, surrounded by love on Monday evening. Ken had a big heart. He had the ability to hold a conversation with anyone and everyone whether he knew them for a long time or he had just met them. He was always very friendly and welcoming and accepted people as they are. He loved to save a buck and was proud of it, but was also very generous and giving. Up until a few years ago, he and Ina loved to travel, taking trips to various places around the world. They spent many winters in Texas where they had many friends. Ken will be lovingly remembered and missed by many. There will be a visitation to celebrate Ken's life on Sunday, August 23 at the Westmount Memorial Celebration Centre, 1001 Ottawa St. S. from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. A funeral service will take place on Monday, August 24 at 2:00 p.m. in the Westmount Chapel with cremation to follow. Please note: In accordance with the regulations of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, due to COVID-19, all visitations, funerals and interments are restricted to a specified number of attendees. All visitors will be required to wear a mask or face covering, as well as provide name and telephone number to funeral home staff. Please follow the directions of the funeral home staff upon arrival.

As expressions of sympathy in Ken's honour, donations to St. Mary's Cardiac Care Unit or the Alzheimer Society of Waterloo Wellington are greatly appreciated.