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Kenneth Cruickshank Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Cruickshank
39 Entries
Jay (grandson)
February 8, 2023
Well next month is your birthday I miss you I wish you were here papa I am a failure at life and I wish I can talk to you and ask what I am doing so worng any ways I love you your favourite grandson Jaybird
I wish you could meet Tyson my son I wish you could me my Fience
Ted and Sue Krakalovich
March 22, 2010
His charming ways and smiling face
are a pleasure to recall
he had a kindly word for each
and was beloved by all
Its just a little
but means a lot
to say dear friend
we haven't forgot
jay
November 10, 2009
hey papa its your favourt grandson jay i love so much i cant live like this its hard without u
October 25, 2009
[ miss you daddy i am trying to live without you i not easy my love
simone cruickshank
June 15, 2009
i miss him so much he was my best friend good husband and good father life is a big hole without him .remenber a night we allways hold hand i fine each other feet. now still look for it not there anymore. evey where i go i feel lose people tell me to get over him is gone easy said them done will never for get him in one way he was other half of me. sleep well my husband well love you for the rest of my life
Rose Marie Eansor
May 18, 2009
To the Greatest brother that ever lived. I miss you Ken - your phone calls every week-your optimism, kindness and concern about everyone else but yourself. Losing you was like losing a son. I remember when Momma brought you home- I was 9 years old and so excited for a playmate. She placed you on the bed - you were so tiny- and I exclaimed -He's not a playmate he looks like a little bird. Well that "litle bird" grew up to be my best friend and a friend to all of my friends. We used to take you everywhere - remember? Sunnyside, Board walk strolls, baseball and hockey games. That was when we could afford to follow the "Leafs" and were part of the Toronto cheering team and loud we were from the bleechers! Remember the Rocket and how we booed him and he would take a bow. You were loved then as you are loved now. All my 7 children said that you were the only uncle they ever had. You used to play with them - road hockey, swimming contests, cards etc. You achieved so much in life and you gave so much love to everyone who met you. Remember the fun times we had when you and Simone came to Florida to visit me - the Space Centre - seeing the rockets taking off - you trying to get into one of the space capsules in the musuem - Walt Disney world - you and Matt trying on all of the funny hats and the cruise to the Bahamas. I will never forget last Thanksgiving at Mary and Chris' cottage. The pills I got you from Texas (thanks to Nicki) seemed to prolong your life for 3 months. We had such fun - you looked so good, you ate well and stayed up as late as the rest of us. You will always be in my heart and in my innermost thoughts - a little part of me died with you. Rest in Peace dear Kenny. Your spirit will always be with me. Your loving sister Rose Marie.
Betty Churchill & Family
April 29, 2009
To The Cruickshank Family,
My name is Betty Churchill. I knew Ken through King-O-Matic. I started working for my brother, the late Phonse Noseworthy Owner of Transmission Experts Ltd. Corner Brook, Newfoundland a little over 20 years ago. I was a green horn to the industry. I remember my first conversation with Ken and I was very nervous about ordering a part that i had no clue about. I figured the boys was playing a joke because the parts was for a clutch kit. Thinking they were getting me to order a kit for standard transmission to put in an automatic transmission I was reluctant to ask.
So with my fingers crossed I explained to Ken what i needed and told him of my concern. Ken was very understanding and explained to me that it was a clutch pack and there are several in the unit. I couldn't thank him enough and Ken's word to me was and I quote "Stick with me kid and you won't go wrong."
I have never had the pleasure of meeting Ken in person, because it was the men who attended the seminars, so my conversations were all on the phone.
Ken an Gordon King whom I have never met, was a tremendous support to me when my brother Phonse passed away unexpectedly last September.
My family and I extend to you our deepest sympathy and you are in our prayers. As Ken had said to me, the road will be bumpy for awhile, but the memories will last forever. Take it oneday and one step at a time.
May god bless you all and stay strong.
Ineke de Jonge,
April 27, 2009
To Simone and the entire Cruickshank Family,
I only met Ken one time, in November 2007. After that meeting I was left with a lasting impression of Ken; a kind, smiling and caring man, who had hopes and dreams for many more years in the future, a future that was not to be any more...
Both my husband and I send you all our sincerest condolences on your loss, may time soften the pain.......
With all my love,
Ineke
Al & Bobbie
April 18, 2009
The first time I met Ken & Simone is when Alcide, Simone's brother introduce me to meet his sister and brother-in-law. I was very nervous to meet his family but when I walked into their beautiful home, they made me feel like I was part of the family. Ken with his wonderful smile and warm greeting and Simone with her loving and motherly embrace, I knew that this was a couple I would love. It has been almost 9 years since I first met this wonderful couple and now I have to say "Adieu" to one of them. The one that would greet us at the door with his big smile and kind words.
Al and I will miss him terribly and we
pray that God will give Simone the courage and strength to continue without her beautiful Ken.
All Our Love
Al & Bobbie
Kirstin Roussel-Echlin
April 17, 2009
First off thank you to everyone who has signed this book for his family and friends.
It was hard on all of us but mostly my grandmother and it hit me really hard as well seeing how I am the oldest grand child he has.
My papa Kenny wasnt just a grand father but he was my best friend and has been there everyday and most people cant say that about their best friends let alone their grand parents. I told him everything and with him everything was 100% safe with his word. My grand father was never sad or unhappy he always had a smile on his face when ever you saw him, Cigarette in his hand, and a pack in his shirt pocket so that if he lost the pack he was on he had a safety net to fall back on.... He was the one who did everything to see a smile on our face... He was the light that lit our souls and the glue that mended our hearts when we couldnt find anything to do it ourselves. Todd had said that "good men must die but death cannot kill their names" that is 100% true.
My grandfather was a legacy. In his family, friends, work, everyone loved to be around him.
It breaks my heart to go to his home and not see him there on the cuch watching golf, hockey, or racing.
I know hes waiting for me when im ready to go with him and take on the skys and i know hes looking down on us while playing at the 19th hole :) wondering what it is that were doing he was always curious to see what everyone was up too its what made him, him...
Ill miss my papa everyday of my life but i know hes not suffering anymore and hes in a better place ill love you forever and always papa K your forever my everything! R.I.P Papa Kenny we love you forever and always and you will never be forgotten... you live on in our hearts!!!
Love your baby girl...
Tintin...
Now I lay me down to sleep,
I pray the lord my life to keep,
Though I know you will eventually take my soul.
Let me prepare at the 19th hole!
xoxoxo
April 14, 2009
How do you explain Ken Cruishank? Fun loving, supporter, close friend, can do guy, great family man. Ken was all of these plus much more to me as a friend becaues I always thought of him as my big brother who I enjoyed doing things for. My favorite was when Ken and Susie would arrive at the golf course and I would be standing in the parking lot holding a parking spot and he would say thanks bro and the the fun would start.
We supported each other thru our cancers and now he is waiting for me at the first Tee Off. To me Ken you are my big brother and I will miss you always as the best friend I ever had
Sharon/Jim Wells
April 13, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Adrienne & Jim Roherty
April 13, 2009
We met Ken some years ago when he and Simonne were visiting her relatives in Northern New Brunswick. This big hearted friendly man quickly became our favorite uncle and we looked forward to those annual visits. It was very sad news to hear about his untimely passing and we will miss this man who made everyone around him feel welcome.
April 7, 2009
Hi my name is Jay im the grandson of Kenneth Cruicksank i want to thank the people who sign the guest book my papa was a wonderful man and he loved his sports he will be in my prayers and also in my heart forever i will miss him. sincerlly,Jay Bertin-Ronayne (Josee Clodd's son),Brampton Ont.
April 7, 2009
First of all i would like to thank everyone for signing this guest book. When i was reading all of them, one most of all put tears to my eyes, and for me that meant alot to know just how much he was loved by others. I will always miss my dad , and his great sense of humor and most of all his wonderful smile. He will never be forgoten. Ty all very much.
Ken's daughter(Josee Clodd),Brampton Ont.
April 7, 2009
to all dearest friend that sign the memory book want to say thank you from bottom of my heart i miss him so, all my love ty
simone cruickshank (susie)
March 28, 2009
KEN WAS A GOOD FRIEND OF MY LATE HUSBAND, AL BONNEVILLE. I WAS SADDENED TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING. MY THOUGHTS GO OUT TO SIMONE AND ALL HIS CHILDREN. DONNA BONNEVILLE
Grant Armstrong
March 26, 2009
March 26 2009
To The Cruickshank Family
I worked with Kenny for five years,
but I have known him for 30+ .
He will be missed by myself and
those in and outside of the
transmission business . We have lost
another part of our history .
We are so sorry for yor loss .
March 26, 2009
Dawn: We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Thinking about you.
Nancy, Erica & Suzanne (from Clarksdale)
rob and harriet dedman
March 25, 2009
we were good friends and neighbors in oakville and even though we havent seen kenny in many yrs , we often thought of him and are saddened at his passing . god bless harriet and rob and allison dedman
March 25, 2009
Dear Derek, Dawn and Family. We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Our hearts and thoughts are with you through this difficult time of sorrow.
Sincerely Soren and Gitte Frederiksen and Family
Helene and Stephane Pierard-Audet
March 25, 2009
Dawn, John and family,
We are very sorry to hear about your Dad.
Please accept our most sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you.
Lise Dumoulin-Jolicoeur-Boisvert
March 25, 2009
To Ken's Family.
I met Ken when working for Mister T many years ago. Ken always had respect for others and was a fair person.
He will be missed, but not forgotten
Jon Hooper
March 25, 2009
My sympathy goes out to Ken Cruickshank's family at home and at work. May all of your memories help you through this difficult time.
Bob Stewart
March 25, 2009
It was sad to hear of Ken's passing and my heart goes out to you,now and in the days to come.I knew Ken for over 40 years, and was priviledged to work for him as my first boss,with him at KOM, and as a customer over the past years. He will be missed.
Jane Brunetti
March 24, 2009
Dawn, John and family- My thoughts are with you during this time. Sorry for your loss
Mark Phillips
March 24, 2009
To the Cruickshank family. Thoughts and prayers are with. May your memories of Kenneth ever strengthen the bond of your family. May the example he set in life comfort you during this sad time.
Armando Tijerina
March 24, 2009
Kent, Sandra and Family...
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ted and Sue Krakalovich
March 24, 2009
There are people that come into our lives like a wisp of smoke, subtle, undefined and then they're gone again, leaving no trace of having been.
Ken wasn't one of 'them'. Tsunami might be more apt.
His humour, compassion and patience will be remembered always. A truly wonderful man, how blessed we all are to have had him touch our lives. His mentorship meant so much to so very many. We are all better people for having known him.
I remember .... The time Ted told Ken that he needed to take a three month sabbatical to attend a spiritual retreat, this was just weeks after Ted had started working with Ken. Ken had called and really wanted to be supportive, and Ken, ever the diplomat, suggested maybe just a month? He had other suggestions, all more colourful than the first.
I remember .... 'THE' rejection letter and Kens quest to discover who had sent it.
I remember .... losing footing, feeling overwhelmed and Kens supportive and understanding words of encouragement.
I remember .... our first Christmas party and Kens face when he looked at his beautiful Suzy, and when he spoke of his children and grandchildren.
I remember .... Dear ... we all were to him, and he to us.
I remember .... The story of the flaming ficus in Gords (no smoking allowed) office.
I remember .... much more, and like so many others will carry Ken with me always.
To Kens loved ones, we are all so very, very sorry for your loss and share in your grief at his passing.
Donna Eansor
March 24, 2009
Uncle Kenny was a good man with an open door policy and a big heart. We were never lost for a laugh in his company as he was possessed of a quick wit and keen sense of humor. He always saw the silver lining in clouds and his optimism and love of life were real strengths that will continue to impact my life. Over all of the years, I never heard him say a bad word about others or sit in judgment of them. This is truly a gift and the hallmark of a good person. I have nothing but wonderful and heartful memories of this loving man who touched my life and the life of so many others in such a positive and loving way. Loving niece and god daughter, Donna Marie Eansor
Shirley Noseworthy
March 24, 2009
To the Cruickshank Family,
The family of the Late Phonse Noseworthy of Transmission Experts Ltd. would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and yours regarding the passing of an exceptionally wonderful man.
Phonse had nothing but kind words to say about Ken; over the 20 years of our business Ken was a wonderful mentor to my husband. He always took time to speak to him, explain new solutions to him and above all be a great friend to him.
Phonse was very sadden to hear of Ken's illness, he couldn't understand how such a wonderful guy should have to endure such a terrible sickness.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with always.
March 23, 2009
I am a better person for having known Ken over the last 40 years .I will do well if I can contribute , to our industry ,half as much as he did .
Dale Desveaux
Diana & Paul Kaasalainen
March 23, 2009
Dearest Dawn and John: We were so sorry to hear about your dad. Our hearts are with you. We love you and are thinking about you.
Love Always, Paul and Diana
Rosanne Eansor-McLean
March 23, 2009
I will miss Uncle Ken's great laugh and all the stories he entertained me with. Uncle Ken was kind, loving and gave his undivided attention to everyone. He had the best sense of humour! He was a wonderful Uncle and a dedicated brother to my mother.
With all my love and sympathy
Rosanne
Indianapolis, Indiana
dave jensen
March 23, 2009
To the Cruickshank Family.
We at Jensen's were sad to learn of Ken's passing. He was a great friend and a man of his word. He will be missed by us at Jensen's. I will always remember my Dad's and Ken's 3:00pm Friday parts order calls. Dad and Ken always had great talks. From the Jensen's family, our sympathy on the passing of a great man. It was a great honor to have worked with Ken over the past 35 years. We are so sorry that we can not attend the service. Your family is in our prayers and thoughts at this time. Thanks Ken for being a great example of some one you could always trust. You will be missed and always respected. Dave Jensen Jr.
Jamie Weisler
March 23, 2009
Ken will be missed. When ever I would make my way down to the office during the seminars I would always seek out Ken. He was always glad to see me and always new my name. Truly a good guy. Our trade is better for having had him part of it.
Dino Hernandez
March 23, 2009
Ken
You believed in me and became a friend as well as a boss, I feel honoured to have known and worked with you. Everyone you worked with liked you because you were firm but fair. You will be missed. My sympathy to your family at this time, who have lost a genuinely honourable and kind hearted soul
TODD CRANE
March 23, 2009
Firstly, to Suzy and all of Ken’s family from my family to yours, our deepest sympathies and condolences.
The bible says “Good men must die, but death cannot kill their names”. When I saw this quote I thought it was fitting to share. At Ken’s retirement party, I spoke about his ability to lead and his powerful advice that he instilled in all that had contact with him.
When I moved into share Ken’s office, I remember feeling so comfortable around him. Rarely does one experience that with a boss. Honestly How many people would want to share a small office with there boss? I had finally found a man a great man that shared my passion for life’s lighter sides. Ken was so fun to be around. He was a Man that I could turn to for friendship and support whether it was work or personal. He was a leader in all aspects of life, and his legacy and leadership will continue- through all that knew him and all the came in contact with him because that was one of his many talents- too share and instill his qualities on others. So that we may became better at what we do and who we are. Not only was ken a co-worker, boss, father, husband, friend Ken was a Grandfather and he had what I call “Grandpa Brain”. Grandapa’s know everything!
There are only a handful of people who come into our world, and touch our lives in a dramatic fashion. Some of the people are just flickers of light during a long life, while others are a consistent glow for years. For me and others like me, Ken was a consistent glow. He was mine and many others mentor for the 30+ years he was with King-o-Matic.
I hope that the pain will subside and turn into happiness for I truly believe Ken is in a better place.
Our death is not an end if we can live on in our children and the younger generation. For they are us, our bodies are only wilted leaves on the tree of life.
Ken, you will be greatly missed…but you will never be forgotten by the many friends and family you have.
Sincerely
Todd Crane.
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