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Kenneth Keith Harper

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Kenneth Keith Harper

October 31, 1947 - October 22, 2021

Peacefully at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Friday, October 22nd, 2021, Ken Harper at 73 years of age. Beloved husband of Sharon Harper (nee Boyer). Loving father of Brian (Trasie), David (Kathleen), and nephew-son Kent (Debbie). Cherished grandfather of Kendra, Rylie, Kaleigh, Brittany, and Kory. Predeceased by his parents Keith and Bernice (nee Jibb) and his sister Kathryn. Also missed by his extended family and friends. Ken was a Dairy Farmer in the community for 30+ years and was happiest when with his livestock, his John Deere Antique H Tractor, his Dodge Diesel Truck or just being on his land. Cremation with a private family graveside interment at Camborne Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be announced at later date. Those wishing may make a memorial donation to SickKids Foundation or to a Charity of Choice.

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Fran & Bill Aird - December 15, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Fran & Bill Aird - December 15, 2021

Sharon & Family - So sorry to hear of Ken's passing. "No time on earth is long enough to share with those we love or prepare our hearts for good-bye" Our Deepest Condolences. Take of yourself and each other.

Kim and George Turner - November 26, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Freda Westington & James and Meagan - November 19, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

CUPE LOCAL 25 - November 17, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Janice and John Oliver - November 13, 2021

Sharon, David and Brian and families, please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of your dear family member. We knew Ken for the past 20 years as a wonderful person and friend. In the early days he would plough our snow for a bottle of whiskey. He will be surely missed by all who knew him.

Rebecca Parker & family - November 9, 2021

Sorry to hear about Ken. Sending our condolences to you and the family

Vince Boulerice and Lynn O’Connell - November 9, 2021

So sorry to hear about Ken passing. Thinking of all of you at this sad time.

Murray & Tammy Davey - November 8, 2021

Thoughs and sympathies are with you and the boys Sharon. Memories of hay rides and celebrations come to mind. An all round good hard working man ready to share a joke and tell a story. May he rest easy now. Tammy & Murray Davey

Shauna Campbell - November 3, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Linda Camilla Sedgwick-Girard - November 2, 2021

Please accept my sincere condolences.

Alvin and Miesje Barr - November 1, 2021

Sharon: Our condolences to you and your family. His smile and humor will be missed.

Alvin and Miesje Barr - November 1, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Paul and Debbie Herriot - October 31, 2021

Sharon and family, please accept our most sincere condolences on the loss of your loved Ken.

Helen Lee at Harwood Ontario - October 31, 2021

Sorry to hear of Ken's death. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Colin Watson - October 31, 2021

With sincere condolences. Ken and I worked together for many years at General Foods/Kraft.

Ivan and Susan - October 31, 2021

Sharon and family Ivan and I were very sorry to hear of Ken's passing .He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him, as the wonderful person that he was.

Art & Carol Harrison - October 31, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Bryan and Cindy Marjoram - October 31, 2021

Dear Sharon, Brian, David, and Family, Sad to hear the news of Ken's passing. I recall a hayride, with Ken at the wheel, way back in the day. So many laughs with so many great people! Wonderful memories! Ken will be sorely missed by his many friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Kenneth Keith Harper October 31, 1947 - October 22, 2021 ~ REST IN PEACE ~

Winston and Sheila Jibb - October 30, 2021

To Sharon and family We have just learned of the passing of Ken and wish to convey our deepest sympathy to you all. Having moved from the community over fifty years ago it was always a pleasure to catch up with Ken at family gatherings. He will be missed !! Winston and Sheila Jibb

carol buttar - October 30, 2021

Eric & I send our deepest condolences to Sharon & the whole Harper Family. Ken was a true farmer & family man. You will miss him dearly but he is now free to breathe & no more pain. Thoughts & prayers are with you all.

Nancy and Ron Cranfield - October 30, 2021

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May all your cherished memories, family and friends help you through your difficult days. Sending you warm hugs.

Nancy Cranfield - October 30, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Adam Deline - October 30, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Jason TURPIN - October 29, 2021

My deepest condolence to the Harper family in this difficult time.

Joan (Core) Kirkpatrick - October 29, 2021

Sharon I am sorry to hear of Kenny passing away. My deepest sympathy. Thinking of you.

Linda Wong - October 29, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Charity of Your Choice

Elizabeth, Brian, Ryan, Jenn, Derek and Amanda Beckett - October 29, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Ewart and Bonnie Timlin - October 29, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Charity of Your Choice

Gordon and Marg Jibb - October 29, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Gordon and Carol McDonald - October 29, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Staff at Environmental Services - October 29, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Evor and Brenda Leonard - October 29, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Joan and Don Diminie and family - October 29, 2021

Sharon and Family: Sorry to learn of the loss of your husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Ben and Beth Scholtes - October 29, 2021

Sharon so sorry to hear of Ken's passing.Condolences to you all.

Carol Ann Heffernan - October 28, 2021

Kenton & Debbie & family, We are so very sorry to hear about Ken’s passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Sincerely, Tom & CarolAnn

John Davison - October 28, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Susan and John Davison

Wayne and Violet - October 28, 2021

Sharon and family so sorry to hear of Ken passing .Our thoughts and condolence to all .

Chris and Andrea Logel - October 28, 2021

Sharon and family, sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. He was always a pleasure to deal with and have a good chat over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Chris and Andrea

Sue and Bob Moore - October 28, 2021

So sorry to hear of Ken's passing Sharon. Our thoughts are with you and family.

Greg and Barb Linton - October 28, 2021

Harper Family , We are so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Our condolences to all of you . Greg, Barb, Alex ,Cameron ,and Benjamin

Peter and Darlene Fair - October 28, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Don Emond - October 28, 2021

Sharon, Brian, David, Kent and families. Please accept our condolences on the loss of Ken. May happy memories give you all comfort as you grieve his passing. He will be missed. Don, Karen Emond and family.

Marg Godawa - October 28, 2021

Sharon & Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time .Ken will be missed by your whole community. Marg

Don and Julie Missen - October 28, 2021

Sorry to hear the passing of Ken. We will always remember him driving down Wallace Jibb Rd with that big smile and waving as he drove by the house.

Samantha McCracken - October 28, 2021

Sharon I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family

Wayne and Gaye McIntosh - October 27, 2021

We are so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. He is breathing easy now. Cherish your memories.

Scott & Tina Huffman - October 27, 2021

Brian & family, Kent & family and the entire Harper family: So very sorry for your loss, our deepest condolences to all of you. Scott and Tina Huffman

Lyle Gallagher - October 27, 2021

I'm sorry for your loss Sharon, Brian, David and Kent. I always enjoyed my visits with Ken while calling on him over the years. He always had a laugh and a smile!

Marilyn Quemby - October 27, 2021

Sharon, Brian,David & Families. Our Love & Prayers go out to you all. Stay close to each other, which will give you strength to deal with this difficult challenge you have at this time. We love you. Marilyn & Family.

Bonnie Lawson - October 27, 2021

So sorry to hear about Ken.Our deepest condolences Sharon and family. Bonnie and Jim

Brian McIntosh - October 27, 2021

My condolences to Sharon and family .... Cold Springs has lost a life long resident ......... There lies between the Rice Lake and the Ontario , a deep and fertile valley , surrounded by lofty wood-crowned hills , clothed chiefly with groves of oak and pine ; the sides of the hills and alluvial bottoms display a variety of noble timber trees of various kinds , as the useful and beautiful maple , beech , and hemlock . This beautiful and highly picturesque valley is watered by many clear streams , whence it derives the appropriate appellation of "Cold Springs " ..... Catherine Parr Traill .... Lost In The Back Woods

Bill Graham & Colleen Moore - October 27, 2021

We are sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Condolences to all the family of this great man. Bill, Colleen and Brian.

Kathryn LACKEY - October 27, 2021

Sharon and family- Sincere sympathy to you all on the loss of Ken. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Kathy (Beedham) and Richard Lackey

Shirley Foden - October 27, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Andrea birney - October 26, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Larry & Sue Bowman - October 26, 2021

So sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing. Our sincere condolences to the Harper family.

Judy Elliott - October 26, 2021

I’m so very sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. Hold onto your loving memories they’re a blessing. Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers.

Vicki & Bob Brown - October 26, 2021

So very sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories.

Allan Greer - October 26, 2021

Very sorry for your loss.& Family.

Liz King - October 26, 2021

David, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing, my thoughts are with you and Kathleen at this time.

Jayne Atkinson - October 26, 2021

Dear Sharon and family. My sincerest condolences to you in the loss of Ken. My thoughts, prayers and love to all at this time. Hold tight to your memories.

Susan & Ross Dudley - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family Sincere condolences to you all at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. R.I.P Ken.

Kevin and Shelley Cole and family - October 26, 2021

Very sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences to all of your family at this sad time.

Donna & Craig McMurray - October 26, 2021

Sending love and sincere sympathy at your time of sorrow. Our thoughts are with you all. Donna & Craig

Janice & Bob Boundy - October 26, 2021

Dear Sharon & family, we’re so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing & thinking of you all at this sad time.

Joan and Ross Quigley - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family so sorry to read of the passing of Ken. Our thoughts and prayers are with you . Ross and Joan

Carrie Lang-VanDusen - October 26, 2021

Sending my condolences to the Harper family.

Andrea Harris - October 26, 2021

Sharon, Brian,David and Kent. So sorry for your loss. Love and sympathy to all. R.I.P. Ken.

Andrea & Mike Birney - October 26, 2021

Sharon, Brian, David, Kent & Family - Thinking of you all, Our deepest Sympathies

Bob and Helen McCracken - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family, so sorry to hear about Ken’s passing. Sending condolences to all!

Elaine Hope - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family, so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences, and may all the good memories comfort you at this sad time. Sincerely Elaine

Linda and Jim Wong - October 26, 2021

Sharon, so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Thoughts and prayers with you and the family Jim and Linda Wong

Wendy Elizuk - October 26, 2021

Dear Sharon And boys .i’m so sorry to hear of Kens passing .my thoughts and prayers are with u all love Wendy

Carol Boundy - October 26, 2021

Harold and Carol Boundy Sharon and family we are so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cathy Blay - October 26, 2021

I am so sorry to here of Ken's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Cathy and Rob Blay

Joan Kemp - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family, so sorry to learn of Ken’s passing. Thoughts and prayer are with you. Joan & Jim

Janet Clapperton - October 26, 2021

So very sorry Sharon and family to hear of Ken’s passing. My deepest sympathies.❤️

Raymond And Donna Grycko - October 26, 2021

Dear Sharon and Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. We will never forget the long hay ride in the early 70’s, when Ken took us all through the Forrest at night, and then back to Allana Minifie’s house to party. Our first hay ride and the beginning of a forever friendship. Love Ray, Donna Grycko and family ?? ♥️

Carol Turk - October 26, 2021

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.

Susan Keill - October 26, 2021

Sharon, so very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

Gloria Iannarilli - October 26, 2021

Dear Sharon and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss, please except my Condolences. My heart goes out to you and your family. ❤️ Gloria Iannarilli

Heidi Adams - October 26, 2021

Sharon, I'm so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I thoroughly enjoyed our visits when I would bring dad over to reminisce about their Milking days. He will be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts

Mary Jane and Barry Reid. - October 26, 2021

So sorry for your loss , your memories will always be with you .

Jeff Kawzenuk - October 26, 2021

Deepest condolences Kathleen, David and the Harper family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barb (Burge) Matthews - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family, so sorry to hear of your loss of Ken, thinking of you at this time

Scott & Joanne Jibb - October 26, 2021

Our deepest sympathy for the family from Scott and Joanne Jibb

Barb Collins - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family I’m so sorry for your loss ?

Debbie Atanasoff - October 26, 2021

Sharon & family very sorry to hear about Ken my prayers & thoughts are with you at this sad time

Ross and Lorraine Barth - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family so sorry for your loss Ken will be missed

Mark and Cindy Bickle - October 26, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Daniel Emond - October 26, 2021

Dear Sharon and Family. My condolences to you all.

Mark and Cindy Bickle - October 26, 2021

May all your memories with Ken help you and your family through this difficult time Thinking of you all Mark and Cindy

Barb & Wayne Linton - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family; So sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Remembering all the fun times we had at snowmobile dances back when. Memories like these will never fade. Our condolences to all the family at this sad time.

Bill and Susan Harris - October 26, 2021

So sorry to hear of Kens passing..thinking of you and your family at this time

Jay Sherwin - October 26, 2021

To Sharon and the Harper Family: I am very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I knew him as a dairy farmer with one of the best kept milk houses in the business. It was always spotless. I often enjoyed a good conversation with Ken when I picked up your milk. Sharon, I also enjoyed meeting you and Ken in Whitehorse when our paths crossed there by by chance a few years ago. Please accept my sympathies.

Doug Linton - October 26, 2021

Sharron and family so sorry hearing about Ken.Thinking of you at this time.

Brian and Shelly Davey - October 26, 2021

We're so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to all of your family.

Tina Maughan Downes - October 26, 2021

To all the Harper family - So sorry to hear of Kens passing, know that you are in our thoughts as you are processing the loss of a husband, father, grandfather and friend. Greg & Tina (Maughan) Downes

Paul & Vicki Dingman - October 26, 2021

Sharon, we are so sad to hear of Ken’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family…

Ted Lessels - October 26, 2021

To Sharon Brian Trasie Kent and Debbie so sorry to hear of the passing of your Husband and father he will be missed.

Anne and Paul Burnham - October 26, 2021

To the Harper Family, We are very sorry for this loss in your family. We wish you all the best, Paul and Anne Burnham

Rob Lean - October 26, 2021

My thoughts are with the family. I attended the old one-room Camborne Public School with Ken and am a distant (third) cousin.

Gayl Nelson - October 26, 2021

Sorry to hear of your loss.

Dalton and Heather McDonald - October 26, 2021

Sharon and family … our deepest condolences to all of you in your loss of Ken .

Gayl Nelson - October 26, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

SickKids Foundation

Tina Hartwick - October 26, 2021

Sharon, Bryan, David ,Kent and all the grandchildren My sincere condolences on the loss of Ken, husband, father , grandfather and my neighbour. I’ll miss the sound of the old black truck pulling in your laneway . May all the memories bring you comfort

David and Rachel Austin - October 26, 2021

Our deepest condolences Sharon, boys and entire family. Quite a few childhood memories involve Ken in some way. He will be fondly remembered and missed. RIP Ken Love and comfort sent to you all

June, Donna and Shirley Sandercock - October 26, 2021

Sharon, Brian, David, Kent and family, So very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. It won't be the same going by that corner knowing Ken isn't there. All the great memories and laughter over the many years are a treasure and we send our deepest sympathies and prayers to you all during this difficult time. R.I.P. Ken - I know you'll be driving the tractors and truck through the heavens just like you did through every inch of the farm. Gentle hugs to all of you.

Marcia - October 26, 2021

Thinking of you and your family in this time of loss.

Marcia - October 26, 2021

Thinking of you and your family in this time of loss.

Depaepe Lori - October 26, 2021

Sharon, Brian, David, Kent and families. My condolences to you all. May you all find some peace in this time of sadness.

Laurie Vandewater - October 26, 2021

Dear Sharon and Family - Sincere condolences on Ken's death. I hope time will tip the scales from pain from his loss to joyful memories and love as quickly as possible.

June and Gord Minifie - October 25, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sharon and family.

Ron and Sue Quigley - October 25, 2021

Sharon Sue and I are so sorry to hear of Kens passing. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Nancy Abraham - October 25, 2021

My deepest condolences Sharon to you and your family.

Ralph & Sue Buttar - October 25, 2021

Sharon, Brian, David, Kent & Families - Please accept our most deepest sympathy. Our thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Ralph & Sue.

Brenda & Carm Panepinto - October 25, 2021

Thinking of you all, our deepest sympathies.

Deb and Barry Bird - October 25, 2021

Our sincere condolences Sharon to you,Brian, David, Kent and their families.

Doug & Judy Cook - October 25, 2021

The Harper Family, Doug and I send our deepest condolences, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will be thinking of you all at this difficult time …

Marilyn Chapin - October 25, 2021

Deepest condolences Sharon and sons.

Ewart Timlin - October 25, 2021

Our condolences to Sharon and family.Ken and I attended ColdSprings P.S.where he later would become the life of the party.

Lisa Reid - October 25, 2021

My sincere condolences to you Sharon and your family, my thoughts are with you all through this difficult time.

Aubrey & Debbie Harris - October 25, 2021

Dear Sharon, Brian, David, Kent and Families. Sincere condolences, our thoughts are with all of you at this sad time.

Sharron Hurlbert - October 25, 2021

Our deepest sympathy Sharon to you and your family Ken will certainly be missed by you and your family and the community!! Big HUGS Sharon !!

Ward & Penny Beebe - October 25, 2021

Sharon and family - Sending our condolences. Our thoughts are with everyone during this difficult time.

Sarah and Marc Cowin - October 25, 2021

Sharon, Kent, Brian, David and families... I am So sorry to hear of Ken passing. Thinking of you and your families at this difficult time!

Kim Turpin - October 25, 2021

So sorry to hear of Ken's passing. He was a great member of the Cold Springs area and always welcoming at the race track when we were kids.

Suzanne & Ray Provost - October 25, 2021

Dear Sharon & family. We were so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Sending condolences to you all. I'm saddened to lose a Harper cousin. May God bless you all.