After a lengthy battle with myeloma, Ken passed away peacefully on October 11th, 2013 at 100 Mile House Hospital, surrounded by members of his family.
Ken is survived by his loving wife Phyllis, his sisters: Jacquie (Myron) and Anita (Jack), his daughters: Lori (Darcy), Lisa (Jason) and Leighann (Chris); his son Charles (Phyllis Ann), nephews: Shane, Russell and Robin as well as his grandchildren. He was predeceased by his mother Violet, his father Jack and granddaughter Ashley.
Together with his wife, Ken owned Cariboo House of Hose and Belting for many years and had a good relationship with all their customers and vendors. Ken had a down-to-earth personality and was willing to help anyone.
Special thanks to Dr. Connors, the oncologist at B.C. Cancer Clinic in Vancouver, Dr. Langevin at Royal Inland Hospital, Kamloops; Dr. Hutchinson and Dr. Lubbe, as well as all the Palliative Care staff at the 100 Mile Hospital. Thanks to all of Ken’s family, friends and neighbours for all the phone calls and help during his illness. A celebration of life will be held in the spring.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to the B.C. Cancer Foundation, 600-686 Broadway W, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 9Z9.
100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd.
entrusted with the arrangements. 250-395-3243
Condolences can be sent to the family care of www.100milefuneralservice.com