We Remember
BARR, Kenneth David
June 19, 1930 — February 4, 2018
Ken was born on June 19, 1930 in Tugaske, SK. He passed away February 4, 2018 in Kelowna, BC
In his early years Ken worked on the Trans Canada Highway near Regina. He then went on to earn his Power Engineer Ticket, retiring from SAIT in 1990. Ken and Marg moved to Sorrento, BC and then later to Kelowna to enjoy retirement close to Marg’s family. Ken was involved in the AA program for the past 57 years. He took great joy in helping others through the 12 steps. Ken loved being active: in later years he walked many miles, rode his bike on the narrow streets of Kelowna and joined friends on his motorcycle.
Ken was predeceased by Marg, his loving wife of 34 years, in 2016 and his infant son Milton in 1949. He is survived by his son Tom (Denise) from Calgary, daughter Wendy from Newfoundland; two step children Sue (Dave) from Kelowna and John (Lisa) from Okotoks; 9 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC on Friday, March 2, 2018 at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of choice. The family would like to thank the kind staff at Hospice House and Mountain View Facility in Kelowna for their compassionate care.
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THIS SERVICE WILL BE LIVESTREAMED/BROADCAST ON FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2018 AT 1:00 pm
Service
Friday, March 2, 2018 at 1 pm
Location
Springfield Funeral Home
Ken was a cornerstone in the AA community in Kelowna helping countless people directly and indirectly by his presence and actions
He will be missed by All who new him
Unfortunately we are out of country till April and ask that you pass on our deepest condolences to the family as well to his many close friends in the AA community
Chuck and Bernice Robertson
Barr Family
The members of SAIT’s ALIVE (Retired and Former SAIT employees and their spouses) extend their deepest sympathy.
Ken was one in a million- a life well lived. It was an honor to have known him and I will never forget him!
I was so sorry to learn yesterday (Feb. 23rd) of Ken’s passing. Until two years ago, I too lived at Sandalwood. For a time I bicycled with Ken but never had his dedication to fitness. He was always cheerful and interested in others and will be missed.
Goodbye my friend:
May this last ride be a joyful one; see you soon.
Your motorcycling friend,