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KENNETH (KEIMPE) MEDGYES -
Born: Aug 20, 1942
Date of Passing: Jan 28, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryKENNETH (KEIMPE) MEDGYES 1942 - 2012 Most assuredly I say to you, whoever hears what I say and believes in Him who sent me has everlasting life. That person will not be judged guilty but has passed from death and entered life. John 5:24 Peacefully on the morning of Saturday, January 28, 2012, surrounded by his family, our dearly beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother was called home to be with his Lord and Saviour after a lengthy and valiant struggle with cancer. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 47 years, Patricia; daughter Suzanne (Mark); son Edward (Rita); and daughter Julia; grandchildren, Max, Blake, Liam, Jessica, Jacob, and Genevieve; siblings Ed (Bonnie), Lydia (Murray), Toos, Aafke (Noel), Liz (Doug), Sidney, Imre (Brenda) Juliska (Albert), Fred, and Pietsje (Cor); relatives Oom Dirk, Foty DeVries, John and Annie DeVries, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ken was predeceased by his parents, Imre and Tjitske. Ken was born on August 20, 1942, in Niewe Bildtdyk, St. Anna Parochie, Friesland, the Netherlands. He grew up in the town of Berlikum and was the eldest of ten children. At age 17 he worked on a ship as a cook's assistant and travelled to many countries. At age 18 he was called to serve in the Dutch army. In 1963, close to his 21st birthday, Ken immigrated to Winnipeg with his family and in 1964, married Patricia (Truus) DeVries. Together they had three children, Suzanne, Edward and Julia. Ken worked for the Bake Oven, Eatons, Dunwoody C.C.H., Western Restaurant Supply, Debronis, Manitoba Rolling Mills, and Mandak. From 1975 to 2000, he also kept a tax preparation service. Officially retired in 2000, he continued bookkeeping part-time for various firms including The Carver's Knife. He had a very inquisitive mind, showing interest in many areas. His favourites were photography, gardening, woodworking and most of allcomputers. He had an insatiable appetite for learning and reading, especially in God's word. Ken was diagnosed with cancer in October 2008. He belonged to his Lord Jesus Christ and his church community was the Transcona Christian Reformed Church. Ken, along with his family, offers a special thanks to Dr. P. Czaykowski, nurse Denise K., and the many nurses at CancerCare who helped during his illness. We also thank Dr. Brad Amson of Victoria, B.C., and the wonderful staff of the Palliative Care team including nurse Richard and Dr. T. St. Goddard. You were all compassionate and professional and we are grateful for your gentle care. We especially extend our heartfelt gratitude to Herman (Mary) Zwiers, his dear brother in Christ, who spent countless hours ministering to, praying, and fellowshipping with Dad. Ken was a testimony to his faith and displayed great courage throughout the trying times. His example to family and friends will be a lasting memory. A celebration of Ken's life will take place at Transcona Christian Reformed Church, 131 Victoria Avenue West on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at 2:00 p.m.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 30, 2012
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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I have great memories of many discussions with Ken on uncommon subjects, and enjoyed immensely his curious and playful spirit. My condolences to Pat and family. - Posted by: Doug Finlayson (co-worker at Manitoba Rolling Mills) on: Feb 10, 2012
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Dear Eddie and family, Our sincere condolences. We know you will miss him, but you can be assured that you will see him again. Luv 'n prayers, Mitch, Sandy & all. - Posted by: Mitch and Sandy Huyghebaert (friends) on: Feb 06, 2012
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Dear Pat and family, My sympathy goes out to you and your family. Ken was a super person with a nice personality. His knowledge of computors was great and always helpful when one was in trouble. - Posted by: Hugh Billingham (Friend / worked with Ken at Mandak) on: Feb 06, 2012
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My condolences to you Pat and all the family..... I had the pleasure of sharing many happy times with your families, and Ken always taking the time to speak with us and and genuinely take the time to truly want to know what you have been doing, or how you have been doing. I know he is in a peacful place with no pain....I pray you all find peace and that your hearts are filled with all the beautiful memories of this gentle man....Thinking of you all....Rita, Amanadalina, Daniella, Sara, Castellano...xox - Posted by: Rita Castellano & family (Friend) on: Feb 01, 2012
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I am so sorry for your loss; my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. It was always fun working with Ken at Mandak. We had many interesting talks together he will be sadly missed. - Posted by: Diane Wervin (friend and co-worker) on: Feb 01, 2012
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Dear Pat and family, Sorry to hear that Ken passed away, I wish you and all of the family God's strength in these sad days. - Posted by: Rene Lensink (Dutch friend) on: Jan 31, 2012
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It was great working with Ken, he had a great sense of humour. Sorry to hear about his passing but so glad that he had committed his life to the Lord. My deepest sympathy to the family. - Posted by: Mary Domenco (co-worker at Gerdau (Manitoba Rolling Mills)) on: Jan 31, 2012
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Thinking of Pat and family. Rest in Peace Ken. Take care of yourself Pat and was a pleasure to know Ken. - Posted by: Margie Harris (Former Banker) on: Jan 31, 2012
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Dear Patricia, My most heartfelt condolences go out to you and your beautiful family. It has been a pleasure knowing and working with Ken throughtout the years at The Carver's Knife. Please know in your heart his strengths have carried him to God and his pain will be no more. Have faith that your husband is in a beautiful place and will be amongst the angels in heaven. May your faith enable you to heal through these trying times of grief and sadness. With thoughts and prayers. Love, Linda - Posted by: Linda A. Brown (Friend/worked at The Carver's Knife) on: Jan 31, 2012
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Dear Pat and family. Please accept my sympathy for your loss of Kenneth. Although I see many people in their homes, there are always those that remain in our thoughts. You and Kenneth were such as these. I am glad that Kenneth was able to be with you all at Christmas. from Sharon LaBine, home care nurse, Palliative Care Program - Posted by: Sharon LaBine (palliative nurse) on: Jan 31, 2012