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KENNETH WAYNE CLAPHAM
Date of Passing: Dec 22, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryKENNETH WAYNE CLAPHAM It is with deep sadness that the Clapham family announces the sudden but peaceful passing at home of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, loyal and faithful friend Ken on December 22, 2013. Ken was born in Winnipeg on February 8, 1949. Ken will be deeply missed and remembered with cherished memories by his loving wife Lorraine, son Michael (Cathy), daughter Lisa (Eric), grandson Andrew and granddaughter Mackenzie, sister Beverley, brother Bruce (Joyce), brother Brian (Bobbie), stepmother Eleanor, nieces and nephews as well as many long-time friends and co-workers. He was predeceased by his mother Edna, father Norman, brother Dave, sister-in-law Barbara, and his mother-in-law Erma. Ken attended Issac Brock and Daniel McIntyre Collegiate. He excelled in school and in sports (favourites being curling and golfing) and at the age of 18 won the Canadian Teenage Safe Driving Championships. Ken's work career spanned over 43 years in the automotive business, first as an Assistant Body Shop Manager at Kruse Auto Body and then as an Assistant Body Shop Manager at Pembina Dodge Chrysler until 2010. Ken's early years were spent at the family cottage in Victoria Beach and then summers in Lac du Bonnet. For the past 25 years, Ken spent his weekends and vacations with his wife Lorraine sharing their dream home in Silver Harbour, Arnes. In October 2012, Ken and Lorraine transitioned to living in Silver Harbour full time. Over the years many wonderful memories were made and shared with both their family and "Lake" family. Ken's strength, spirit and determination never faltered during his struggle with C.O.P.D. and when he was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrigs disease) in February 2012. During this time Ken always maintained his wonderful sense of humour and that twinkle in his eye. We would like to thank all of our family and friends for their constant love and support: Dr. Alan Casey and his team at the ALS Motor Neuron Clinic, Deer Lodge Centre; Dianna Rasmussen, Executive Director of the ALS Society; Dr. Homik, Dr. Nepon, Dr. S. V. Patel; the Arborg & District Home Care Program, and especially our Angel, Shelley. The family would also like to thank the Gimli Paramedics and the Arborg RCMP Detachment for their care and compassion shown to Ken and family during this difficult time. According to Ken's wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of his Life will take place on: Friday, January 17, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, 3030 Notre Dame Ave. (across from Brookside Cemetery), with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ken's memory to the ALS Society of Manitoba, 493 Madison St., Winnipeg, MB R3J 1J2; Winnipeg Humane Society, 45 Hurst Way, Winnipeg, MB R3T 0R3, and the Gimli Humane Society, P.O Box 1999, Gimli, MB R0C 1B0. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Jan 4, 2014
KENNETH WAYNE CLAPHAM With sadness the family announces the peaceful and sudden passing of Ken on December 22, 2013, at home at the age of 64. Following through with Ken's wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. A longer obituary will follow in next Saturday's edition. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Dec 28, 2013
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 04, 2014
Condolences & Memories (26 entries)
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Our thoughts are with you Lorraine & Ken's children. - Posted by: Fran & Bob Senka () on: Jan 17, 2014
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My condolences to you Lorraine. I will miss Ken on Thursdays at the Rockwood! Carol - Posted by: Carol (Rockwood 303) () on: Jan 16, 2014
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Dear Lorraine.....I am so sorry for the loss of your precious husband. I am thinking about you and will be in touch next July when I am in Gimli. Lots of love, Karen - Posted by: Karen Barratt (Old friend) on: Jan 14, 2014
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Lorraine, Lisa and Family, we are so sorry for your loss and your family's loss. We are so glad that we were able to spend the time we did with you and Ken in the fall. Our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow and need. Ken was a fine man and a very loving and caring husband. Our love to you. Love Nick and Liz Milne - Posted by: Liz and Nick Milne (Good Friends) on: Jan 13, 2014
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Dear Lorraine, family & the Luckster. My heart aches for you all. Ken was such a gentle man. I will sure miss his wonderful breakfasts of over easy eggs, bacon and toast. A new star is glowing in the heavens. A quote from "The Next Place" by Warren Hanson "I will travel empty-handed. There is not a single thing I have collected in my life that I would ever want to bring except..... the love of those who loved me, and the warmth of those who cared. The happiness and memories and magic that we shared." - Posted by: Dianne McShane (Long time friend) on: Jan 08, 2014
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So sorry - Posted by: Ken Hall (friend) on: Jan 07, 2014
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Lorraine, Lisa and Ken's friends and family, Peer and I were shocked to hear of Ken's abrupt passing. ALS is an awful disease and I am glad he is free of suffering. This does not make it easier nor will it make him any less missed and certainly not forgotten. I was blessed with being able to meet him and spend time during his visit to Lisa's in the States. He was a joy to be with and that twinkle is undeniable. Our hearts are with you my friends, Becky & Peer - Posted by: Becky Wilson and Peer Butschkau (Friends of Daughter, Lisa) on: Jan 05, 2014
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Lorraine my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time thinking of you always. - Posted by: Jim young (Friend) on: Jan 05, 2014
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Our sincere condolences. Our prayers are with you. Alain & Dorothy Lacasse - Posted by: Alain Lacasse (Family friend) on: Jan 04, 2014
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Lisa our thoughts are with you and your family. Big hug. - Posted by: Lisbeth & Patrick () on: Jan 04, 2014
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Lorraine and family. My deepest sympathy to all the family. Had many good golf games with Ken. As well he fixed a lot of mishaps on my cars over the years. Darlene - Posted by: Darlene Demkey (Friend) on: Jan 04, 2014
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Dear Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family. Always my love, Jill. - Posted by: Jill smith (Friend) on: Jan 04, 2014
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I’ve known Ken most of my life, earlier as a neighbor and later days when I was in the automotive sector. He was a great guy and I always enjoyed our conversations. My most sincere condolences to Lorraine, all his family and many friends. - Posted by: Robert Dryburgh (friend, ex-neighbor and associate) on: Jan 04, 2014
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We are sending this with our greatest love and trying to express our sincere sorrow. We are here at any time you may need us. Please know that Ken will always be in our hearts. We know that his smile will shine on our neighbourhood forever. - Posted by: Darlene and Glen Hargreaves (friends and neighbours) on: Jan 02, 2014
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Lorraine and family we are saddened to hear of Ken's passing. We remember his wonderful smile and his love for his family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Linda and Ralph Dube (Friends) on: Dec 31, 2013
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Lorrie, we were shocked to hear about Ken's passing. He was a great, friendly guy who will be missed by all who knew him. We know he is at Peace now. Please know we are here for you always. Love Gord and Sharon - Posted by: Gordon & Sharon Cuthbert (Long time Friends) on: Dec 31, 2013
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We are all grieving the loss of our brother and brother-in-law. Knowing he is no longer in any pain and in a better place helps so much. We are always here for you Lorraine, you know that, our sincere sympathy to you and the rest of Ken's family. - Posted by: Joyce and Bruce (Brother and Sister in Law) on: Dec 31, 2013
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Lorraine, Lisa And Family, We are extremely sorry for your loss. Kenny was a great guy, always friendly and had a warm smile and a big hug for us every time we saw him!! He will be truly missed by all of us!! Cael always enjoyed visits with Aunty Lorraine and Uncle Kenny and Lucky. Thoughts are always with you Lorraine!! Love you lots! - Posted by: Jeremy And Brandy (Family) on: Dec 30, 2013
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Lorraine and family, So sad to learn of your loss - may it comfort you to know that others care and share your sorrow. - Posted by: Betty Gill (long-time friend) on: Dec 30, 2013
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Lorraine sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you. Ken was such a good friend always happy go lucky, we will miss him terribly. Love Tom & Sheila and Molly will miss her uncle ken.... - Posted by: sheila & tom (friend) on: Dec 29, 2013
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Lorraine, I am deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved Ken. My heart is heavy for you and my thoughts are with you and your family at this great time of loss. Love Roseann - Posted by: Roseann Gauthier (Dear friend) on: Dec 29, 2013
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Ken was a great guy to work with at Pembina Dodge! You could never win or lose an argument with him because he would never talk back! Ken was a pretty good golfer in his day. he will be sadly missed! - Posted by: doug mccombs (ken was a great friend to me!) on: Dec 29, 2013
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Lorraine, my sincere condolences to you and the family on the sudden passing of Ken. My thoughts and prayers are with you and may the Lord give you guidance and comfort in your time of sorrow. I know Ken is now in the good hands of our Lord and Savior and is not suffering anymore. I was at a shock when I heard of his passing even though knowing how sick he was. - Posted by: Richard (Friend and Neighbour) on: Dec 29, 2013
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Ken was such a good guy. A great friend and a wonderful neighbour for many, many years. Ken and Lorraine were so kind to my parents and were just like an extra set of grandparents to my children. We will all miss him. Many people will miss him. Love always - - Posted by: Shannon (friend) on: Dec 28, 2013
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So incredibly sorry to learn about Ken's passing. Thinking of you. - Posted by: Wendy Fox (Friend) on: Dec 28, 2013
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Lorraine I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ken. My thoughts are with you and your family. Take care - Posted by: Laura Scott (Friend) on: Dec 28, 2013
