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Kenneth "Ken" Edgar Porter

March 22, 2016

Kenneth "Ken"  Porter
After a long and courageous struggle with Lewy Body disease, Ken passed away peacefully at the Chinook Care Centre. He is survived by his loving wife Nancy, his beloved daughter Noelle (Warren) and his precious grandson, Arlo. Ken was predeceased by his son, Steven. Ken will be fondly remembered by his siblings, Tom (Bev), Janet (Bob) and Murray (Rhona) and their families, all of Manitoba. Ken will be remembered for his kindness, his keen mind and for being a true gentleman. The family is sincerely grateful to all the staff at Chinook Care for their compassion and kindness. At Ken’s request, no service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Society, 102, 5636 Burbank Cres. SE, Calgary, AB T2H 1Z6  or to  Alzheimer’s Society, 201, 222 – 58th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB T2H 2S3.

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Messages of Condolence


We are deeply saddened to hear of Ken's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Ken is at peace now and we will never forget our time spent with him. ~ Edna Howden, Brenda Wallace and family


Dear Nancy and family, Jean and I were very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. It is some time since we were in contact through both working at Gulf but I did appreciate Ken's friendship and enjoy his intellectual ability. Our sympathies Ray and Jean Collins ~ Ray and Jean Collins


Dear Nancy and family. We are very sad to hear of Ken's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will think of him at peace now. ~ Helen and Robin Johnson


Unfortunate news to hear of Ken's passing. I worked with Ken for 1-2 seasons as train conductors at Heritage Park. He used to call me "Squire". We both were model railroaders. I appreciated his friendship. Rest in peace my friend Gordon Rycroft ~ Gordon Rycroft