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Kenneth WHITTON Obituary

WHITTON, Kenneth John (Ken). On February 17th, 2013, suddenly at Makara Peak while cycling. Aged 47 Years. Dearly loved son of Neil & Colleen. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Alan & Carolynne, Brian & Kerrie, Suzanne & Warren Brown. Sadly missed by all his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Andrew Bolland, John Kemp, Tony Young, Westpac Rescue Helicopter, Wellington Free Ambulance, NZ Fire Service and Police Rescue for their outstanding help and support on the day. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter C/- Life Flight Trust, PO Box 14 448, Kilbirnie, Wellington 6241 would be appreciated or may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Ken's life will be held in the Waikanae Funeral Home Chapel, cnr Omahi St & Kapanui Rd, Waikanae on Friday February 22, 2013 at 2:30pm followed by private cremation. Messages or tributes may be left at www.dompost.co.nz/deathnotices
Waikanae Funeral Home
FDANZ Tel 04 2936844
Published by Dominion Post on Feb. 21, 2013.

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Paul Wharton

September 22, 2020

I have just found this page..
Ken was a close friend (along with Brian and Alan) of mine from age 7 till I moved away in 1988.
I was gutted at the time of the news and hope the memories I have will be remembered by others who shared amazing an childhood and young adult years.
If either of the brothers read this I am in town from 7-20 Oct 2020 if you fancy a beer?
[email protected]

Jamie Whitton

July 25, 2017

I am the Daughter of Alan, I will miss Ken for what he was

September 26, 2014

Miss you Ken and think of you often xxxx

Claire McCarthy

October 4, 2013

You hold a very special place in my heart.....

RIP xxxxxxxxxx

craig turchie

March 17, 2013

With deep sadness I found out today, through Brian about the passing of kenny.I lost contact over the past 10 years but have great memories of kenny from the mornington golf club days.I looked up to him and he was never short of a laugh and having a good time.The friday club at debretts and the adventures at howard street bring back fantastic memories.It was a privilige to know such a kind hearted,great man who will be sorely missed.condolences to the whitton family.

Andrew Simes

February 25, 2013

I am deeply saddened by the sudden death of Ken and extend deep condolences to the Whitton family.
Ken was a good friend to me when I first moved to Berhampore School, we also attended cubs scouts in Brooklyn together.
There have been a lot of years since we were pre-teens together at Berhampore and SWIS causing mischief with the Whittles and the Greens. We drifted apart during our college years with us each heading to different colleges.
I couldn't attend the funeral though there has been plenty of reflection on our friendship and time together.

Anne Rayner

February 24, 2013

Ken I wish that I had got to know as a adult, the stories that I have heard of your life are so full of adventures and fun, (yes we heard about the run at the golf club)which you really lived to the full.
I am sorry but to me and David you will remain "Kenny" a blond head young lad, who even at the youg age had a love of life and family.
To Coleen, Neil, Alan, Brian and Suzy, and families, you are all in our hearts and our prayers. Love you all, Anne & David

2011 Big Coast, first off the line! (wearing white, front left)

February 24, 2013

A shot from one of Kens many walks around Wgtn hills

Alan Whitton

February 24, 2013

42nd Traverse, Tongariro National park

Alan Whitton

February 24, 2013

Big Coast 2010, leading the pack above Lake Wairarapa

alan Whitton

February 24, 2013

Big Coast 2010, lunch with the kids

alan Whitton

February 24, 2013

42nd Traverse

Alan Whitton

February 24, 2013

Polina Davies

February 23, 2013

Love and prayers to Kens family. Fly with the angels mate. I will never forget you.
Lots of love from Polina and Gareth

February 22, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the Whitton family,
I have many fond memories of growing up with the Whitton's in Kingston.
From those early days a strong friendship was formed,Ken and I had many great times together playing sport,travelling overseas,meeting up with the Friday Club,purchasing a house together etc...
It is with sorrow in my heart I say goodbye to my dear friend Ken.

Graeme & Cherie Whittle

February 21, 2013

We send our deepest condolences to Neil,Coleen,Alan,Brian and Suzy and their respective families.Ken was a childhood friend and another" brother" growing up in Breton Grove .From very early memories to Berhampore school south wellington intermediate and Rongotai,but the lasting memories will always be the countless days exploring,playing,building in our beloved pines.Many adventures and imaginative games ours was the best backyard of all,which eventually graduated to the adjoining golf links where many a classic round is remembered.Cubs and scouts were also a great part of our childhood.Ken is going to be sorely missed by many but the memories are still very fresh and will always be.Once more our deepest condolences and our thoughts will be with all the Whitton clan tomorrow.Chris Whittle and family

The great outdoors, Ngauruhoe in the background

Alan Whitton

February 21, 2013

Ken loved his walking and biking. He tracked many of these activities on his gps and logged them on the internet along with his comments.
These can be found at http://www.mapmytracks.com/ken%20whitton

Alan Whitton

February 21, 2013

Suzy Blair

February 21, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Thank you Ken for being such a gentleman. Thanks also for looking after Crash for me. It was such a relief to go away and know that you were there in the house. Love to your family at this hard time. Those we love are never really lost to us - we feel them in so many special ways- through friends they always cared about and dreams they left behind, in beauty that they added to our days... in words of wisdom we still carry with us and memories that never will be gone... Those we love are never really lost to us - For everywhere their special love lives on.

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