Left to cherish his memory are his two sons, Jason (Angie) Doray and Ryan Doray; brother Ted (Wendy) Doray; and numerous other relatives and many dear friends. Ken was born on September 20, 1945 to the late Joseph and Ethel Doray. He grew up in Edmonton and spent as most of his childhood on skates in hockey rinks chasing his dream of one day playing hockey in the NHL. Unfortunately, just before being drafted by the Detroit Red Wings, he incurred a career ending knee injury. Ken was a devoted husband who married the love of his life Nettie Doray (Reklow) on September 24, 1966. Together they had 2 sons, Jason and Ryan. Ken loved being a dad and he would do anything for his boys. He dedicated much of his son’s early years supporting their own passion for hockey and would even later volunteer his time coaching. Ken put a high value on education and held both an Agricultural and Business Degree. His first job was working at the Shur-Gain Feed Plant and many years later, in his 50’s, retired from his position as a banker with CIBC. Even after retirement Ken would go on to successfully complete a Marine Technician Course providing further reason to tinker in his garage and Chinese Cooking classes to avoid the chance of ordering bad take-out. Ken was often described as a man of few words. His life was simple, and he got the most pleasure while spending time with family and friends. He was also an avid outdoorsman who took great delight in any activity that involved being outside. Among his favorite activities were camping, fishing, hunting, a round of golf, and enjoying a fire on his back patio. Ken had a deep love for dogs. Ken never met a dog he did not like but met many that he loved. Ken owned many dogs over his lifetime and the bond he built with them was like no other. He always welcomed dogs into his world and his lap was always open for cuddles. Ken was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Ethel Doray; his loving wife, Nettie Doray; and a brother, Gerald Doray.
A private family celebration of Ken’s life will be held at Memories Funeral home on Friday, May 22, 2020 at 1:00 PM. To join the family and view the service online please go to https://www.oneroomstreaming.com/view/authorise.php?k=159003651560086
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Ken’s name can be made directly to the University Hospital Foundation which in turn supports the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, in person at Donor Office – Room 1H1.91, WMC, 8440 – 112 Street, N.W., Edmonton, AB T6G 2B7 or online at www.universityhospitalfoundation.ab.ca.
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