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Peacefully at Golden Plough Lodge in Cobourg in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Elva (deceased November 2, 2019) for 72 years. Loving father of Doug (Robin) of Orillia, Cathie (Jim Harvey) of Belleville and Brad (Tracy) of Cobourg. Pre-deceased by his eldest son David (Elaine) in 1972. Dear grandfather of Karl (Amber), Sarah, David (Blaire), Emily and Kelly. Great grandfather of Briar, Levi and Miles. Survived by his sister, Barbara Simpson, of Port Hope and his brother, Don, of Midland. Special thanks to Dad’s wonderful caregiver, Amanda Teixeira, who lovingly cared for him for over a year, and to the excellent staff at Golden Plough. A veteran of WWII, Ken spent 3 years in the Canadian army, serving his country in Italy and in Holland. Ken spent most of his successful business career at Soo Mill and Lumber in Sault Ste. Marie, where he was also involved in numerous clubs and church groups. He spent many wonderful years of retirement in Lindsay, Cobourg and Englewood, Florida where he and Elva enjoyed golf and bridge. A celebration of life for both Ken and Elva will be held in the spring. Memorial tributes may be left at the website of MacCoubrey Funeral Home (www.maccoubrey.com) Cobourg. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada or the Northumberland Hills Hospital www.nhhfoundation.ca would be gratefully appreciated.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
We send our most sincere condolences to Ken's sister, Barbara Simpson and her family ,Sharon, Wendy and Nancy and their families.
We send our most sincere condolences to Ken's sister, Barbara Simpson and her family ,Sharon, Wendy and Nancy and their families.
To the West Family,Sorry to hear that Ken is no longer with us. Also, sorry that the family has had to bear the loss of two parents so close together. However, I know Ken will be happy to be with Elva. Such a nice couple. I only knew them through bridge but always enjoyed their company. When bridge was at my house, Ken always wanted to look out our the back window of our home at 8 Sunrise Court to see if he could see his son's house below.
My sympathies to Ken & Elva's family.I enjoyed many years of friendship with Ken & Elva & very satisfactory business dealings with Ken.I & Ken, together with Bill Adolph were founding members of the Algoma Sailing Club. Our first organizational meeting was held in Ken's basement. Great memories!
Brad, Sorry to hear about the passing of your father & want you to know that we’re thinking about you & your family.
Brad, Tracy and family,We are so sorry for your loss, treasure the memories!Michelle and Al Verbeem
Eric & I send our sincere condolences to you, Brad, Tracy & family on your Dad's passing. You've lost two very special people in your lives in such a short time but were lucky enough to have them for so long. Please know our thoughts & prayers are with you all.Carol
I would like to extend my condolences to all of you in this time of loss. Ken was a gracious and loving man. I’m glad I had a chance to share communion with him on the 9th of this month. Although he was very quiet, he took communion and the warmth of his smile and his polite way of being were unchanged. He and Elva were truly a gift to our congregation. A cherished memory I have is of the four of them - Don, Barb, Ken and Elva - arriving at church and sitting together right near the piano, Sunday after Sunday. May memories warm your hearts. Peace,Kristiane
We are thinking of you at this time. Our sincere sympathy, Liz and Dean
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Alzheimer Society
The Board members and staff of Northumberland United Way would like to offer our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. We have appreciated Mr. West's generosity and commitment to the community over the years. We also had the pleasure of having David as our student in our office over a two year period as well as working with Tracy over the years. Our thoughts are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.