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Kenneth Gates Obituary
It is with much love and sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Gates on December 3, 2025, at the age of 82. Ken was born in Toronto, Ontario, to Edwin and Jennie Gates. Ken fought a long and valiant battle but succumbed to his illness with his family by his side.
He is survived by Dianne, his loving wife of 43 years. He leaves behind his children, whom he loved deeply - Kim (Todd), Steven, Brian (Susan), Colin Winship (Sheryll), and Tony Winship (Karyn); siblings, Rick (Elinor - deceased), Randy (Alice), Dennis, and sister Sue Holland (John); eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Ken (also known as Grey Wolf) loved life and his many friends. He enjoyed many years as a Kinsman and then a K40 member, celebrating numerous events with his fellow members. He loved his car. The day he purchased his latest Corvette was such a happy day for him, enjoying many fun times as a member of the Riverside Corvette Club.
He loved his family and friends, telling jokes whenever a word came to mind. Many jokes were told more than once, and each time he had fun telling them. He was definitely known for his joke-telling, while having probably more fun telling them than the receiver.
A huge thank you to the staff at the Delta Hospital and the Irene Thomas Hospice, who provided such great care in his final days.
By request, there will not be a Memorial Service. A celebration of Life will be planned in the coming months. In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Cancer Foundation or charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Ken will be missed by all who had the pleasure of meeting him
He is survived by Dianne, his loving wife of 43 years. He leaves behind his children, whom he loved deeply - Kim (Todd), Steven, Brian (Susan), Colin Winship (Sheryll), and Tony Winship (Karyn); siblings, Rick (Elinor - deceased), Randy (Alice), Dennis, and sister Sue Holland (John); eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Ken (also known as Grey Wolf) loved life and his many friends. He enjoyed many years as a Kinsman and then a K40 member, celebrating numerous events with his fellow members. He loved his car. The day he purchased his latest Corvette was such a happy day for him, enjoying many fun times as a member of the Riverside Corvette Club.
He loved his family and friends, telling jokes whenever a word came to mind. Many jokes were told more than once, and each time he had fun telling them. He was definitely known for his joke-telling, while having probably more fun telling them than the receiver.
A huge thank you to the staff at the Delta Hospital and the Irene Thomas Hospice, who provided such great care in his final days.
By request, there will not be a Memorial Service. A celebration of Life will be planned in the coming months. In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Cancer Foundation or charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Ken will be missed by all who had the pleasure of meeting him
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Published by Delta Optimist from Dec. 18, 2025 to Jan. 17, 2026.
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