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KENNETH DAVID COOK
Born: Sep 15, 1930
Date of Passing: Jan 22, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryKENNETH DAVID COOK September 15, 1930 - January 22, 2017 In loving memory of Ken, 86, who passed away peacefully at Oakview Place, surrounded by his family, after a prolonged struggle with dementia. Ken is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jean, son Brian (Winnipeg), daughter Sharon, grandsons, Andrew and Philip (Montreal), brother Jack (Bea) (Ottawa), sisters-in-law Beth (Winnipeg), Barb (Alberta), Jackie (Ted) (Manitoba), and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents John and Jeanie Cook brothers Bill, Hugh, Robbie, Doug, and Ian. Ken graduated from Kelvin High School and joined TCA in 1948. In 1965 with a corporate name change to Air Canada his career as machinist saw Ken and family relocate to Montreal. Retiring as a manager in 1987 Ken and Jean moved to British Columbia returning to Winnipeg in 1994. An enthusiast of all sports, golfing and curling into his 80s. Card games, movies and music, the annual Tin Town golf tournament were all pleasures enjoyed greatly. A founding member of the R&G Club, he and his family enjoyed many holidays at the White Lake facility. He observed all nature with a passion. An accomplished wood carver, Ken spent many hours creating numerous pieces. Proudly Canadian with a see Canada first ethic Ken and family visited all provinces and Yukon. Later Ken and Jean toured the USA missing only Alaska. Ken's ability to tell a story was well known. His many campfire tales of outdoor experiences and minor mishaps along the way will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Striving to live by The Golden Rule, Ken was considered a gentleman by co-workers friends and family. In keeping with Ken's wishes, a small, private service will be held. Donations to the Alzheimer (Dementia) Society of Canada would be appreciated.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 04, 2017
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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My name is Gary Masterman, I worked as a machinst at Air Canada and Aveos from 1984 until retirement in 2012.Kenny Cook was my first foreman and was a true real gentleman and was like a father figure to many young guys in those days and who had unbelievable respect from everyone that worked under him.My deepest sympathy to the family.Gary Masterman . - Posted by: Gary Masterman (friend) on: Feb 08, 2017
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Word of recent death of Ken, has just come to me, and I hasten to offer my condolences to Ken`s Family. I had the privilege of knowing Ken during all those years (from 1973 to 1981), I worked as a machinist at the Air Canada Machine Shop - Power Plant -. He was a fine and brilliant gentleman, and as a Foreman in that Shop he had always a friendly approach to and kind words to any colleague around. Ken will not soon be forgotten by the many who admired and respected him . Please convey my sympathy and my warm personal regards to Ken`s Family. José Ferreira Tomé (eng. Montreal - Posted by: José F. Tomé (Friend ) on: Feb 06, 2017
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I have fond memories of working with Ken in the Powerplant. Ken - one of the good guys who worked well together with everyone. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time. - Posted by: Dick Hovey (Worked together at Air Canada Powerplant) on: Feb 06, 2017
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We will miss Ken as we often enjoyed Jean and Ken's company and hospitality. We spent some late nights having fun playing cards, and Ken was always ready to make sure your glass was full while Jean made sure you never went hungry. - Posted by: Tammy & John McNichol (Friends & Neighbours) on: Feb 04, 2017