KENNETH SAMSON

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KENNETH SAMSON Peacefully Ken passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at the age of 85 years. Ken is survived by his wife of 64 years Alice, daughter Cheryl (Gord), son Tom (Deb), grandchildren Jeff (Karen) and Cassie and great-grandchildren Ashley, Ken and Scott. Ken was predeceased by parents, Thomas and Elizabeth and brothers Jerry and Brian. Ken was born in Vancouver, BC and grew up in Medicine Hat, AB. He started work with CP Rail at the age of 17 as a machinist apprentice. He enlisted in the navy in 1943 serving on the HMCS Wentworth and later on the HMCS Toronto. He continued his employment after the war with CP Rail working in Medicine Hat and Lethbridge, AB, Moose Jaw, SK, and finishing his career as manager of the Winnipeg Diesel Shop, after 43 years. Upon retirement, Ken accepted two consulting positions overseas, in Cairo, Egypt and Indonesia, bringing home a wealth of memories and stories. Ken and Alice travelled extensively overseas and have great memories of their many adventures. In his younger years, Ken enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping with the Good Sam RV Club and the occasional gambling trip. The past three summers were spent at Millers Campground with many new friends. Ken was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion for 63 years. Alice and family would like to thank the entire staff of Brummitt-Feasby ALS House for their kindness and excellent care of Ken over the past year. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at 12:30 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave., with interment and reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Brummitt-Feasby ALS House, care of ALS Society of Manitoba, 493 Madison St., Winnipeg, MB, R3J 1J2. Chapel Lawn 885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 05, 2010