At the age of 21, Ken was drafted and served two years service with the English Army REME. In 1966, after completing his service, Ken decided to move to Canada with his wife Anne and son Paul; at which time he continued to grow his career as an Electrician.
Ken had numerous hobbies which included watching Manchester United Soccer games, playing the organ, his love of "afters" (What Ken called desserts), working in the flower gardens and spending time at the lake in the motorhome.
Ken is survived by his wife Anne, and their children Paul (Cheryl), Joanne (Rob), Jeff, Russ (Lorrie), Lynn (Joe), Jason (Leslie); brother Terry (Eileen), Tanya with numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and many extended family members.
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