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Mollie Jesperson
October 26, 2007
We think of Ken with smiles, warmth, and caring --- but also with great sadness his life was so very short.
Our thoughts and love are with Linda, Allison and Brianne and his first family our daughter Lori, Katharine, Todd and little Bradley.
Mollie and Ivan Jesperson
Lorie Jesperson - DeMan
October 26, 2007
Katharine, Allison and Brianne,
Sadness, grief and so many memories follow after the untimely death of your father, Ken. He loved you each with his whole heart. Remember the laughter and songs, his encouragement and wisdom, and all the times you felt his tender care. He was your Dad, and your memories of him, and your time with him, are precious.
My love to all three of you, and Linda.
Lorie
Michelle Moulton
October 22, 2007
To Ken's Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear just yesterday of Ken's passing. Ken provided much needed support and spiritual guidance to me and my two children during our family breakup while we lived in Fort Saskatchewan in 1998. I will always be truly greatful to Ken. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Louise Pinsent Parsons
October 17, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the family. I have fond memories of Rev De Man from my time on Bell Island. He visited our family regularly and he truly conveyed God's message in his ministry.
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October 17, 2007
To Rev. Ken's Family:
Ken shared many meals with our family while he was stationed at Portugal Cove/Bell Island Pastoral Charge. On his visit to Nfld Ken Came to Bell Island TO Visit Lloyd and Myself. It was so much appreciated by us. Since this time Lloyd also has passed away . My sincere sympathies to your Family.
Myrtle King and Family.
Bell Island, NL.
Deborah brown
October 15, 2007
All my deepest sympathies. Friend of Lorie and Katherine.
Lorraine Guay
September 29, 2007
I have just this past hour heard of Ken's illness and passing. I have many memories of his words of wisdom that he shared with me while I was working my way through personal losses. I wish now I could pass those on to you. I enjoyed his informative and entertaining services that he conducted in Fort Saskatchewan - you left with warm in your heart and a smile on your face. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Linda Morrow and Family
September 29, 2007
Words cannot express how saddened we are to hear of your loss. Ken's compassion, kindness and loving words helped to comfort us in our time of need and for that, we have held him very dear to our hearts. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Marg Clark
September 28, 2007
Linda and girls,
We are very saddened to hear about Ken. He left a big footprint in our community, both as our Minister and community member. I will also remember his compassionate nature and his gift for teaching through his ministry. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marlene Brown
September 28, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Rev Ken De Man's family.
May you find comfort in the memory of this wonderful man.
We met Rev.Ken when he married us at Partridge hill United Church.Just knowing him has made a difference in our lives.
Wishing you Peace at this sad time..
Bud and Marlene Brown
Summerland, B.C.
Betty and Fred Burak
September 28, 2007
Our family too was very saddened to hear of Ken's passing.We met Ken when he came to McClure United and truly enjoyed his ministry. Ken married our daughter and son-in-law (Karla and Brad Goth) and they too liked his personality and had a great respect for him. He was a great person who touched and influenced so many people. Linda, Katherine, Todd and Bradley, Allison and Brianne may you have some comfort knowing that you have a special angel looking out for you. Our thoughts and prayers are for you today and in the coming months.
Paul Dillman
September 28, 2007
Linda, Katharine, Allison and Brianne.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I was a class-mate of Ken's at Queen's Theological College. Although our paths haven't crossed for 20 years, I have fond memories of his friendship in those college years.
May peace and love be with you through your sadness and grief.
Cecile Fausak
September 27, 2007
I first met Ken when we were both candidates for ministry from Calgary Presbytery in the early 80's. Since then, our paths have crossed many times as colleagues in ministry in Alberta and Northwest Conference, and for the last 5 years in Yellowhead Presbytery. I never failed to be encouraged by Ken's words of faith and support, compassion, good sense, affirmation, laughter and music. It was an honour when he asked me to preach at his covenanting service in Fort Saskatchewan. I was looking forward to joining him in a service at Lamont this fall. I can still hardly believe it is not to be, ever. My heart is heavy. May you know Love surrounding you now and always to carry you through these sad days.
Donna Hawker
September 27, 2007
To all of Ken's "girls". We were shocked and saddened to hear of Ken's passing. He was truly an amazing person. He helped my family through a difficult time when my brother passed away in an Edmonton hospital, several years ago, and we took him away from family time just before Christmas. We all appreciated that. I was glad to have had a good conversation with Ken just a few months ago, and he never mentioned that he had cancer. He was a brave and unselfish man. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna and Brent Hawker and Family
Jo-Anne Guglich
September 27, 2007
To Reverend Ken's Family
My sincere sympathy to your family during this very sad time. Rev. Ken was an amazing person and I feel truly Blessed to have known and worked with him in Lamont. May God Bless you all.
Andrea Kardal
September 27, 2007
To Ken's family,
What a wonderful presence Ken was in our lives! He will be forever remembered as a pillar of support and wealth of wisdom. I was struck with grief and sorrow when I heard the news, to lose such a wonderful person, but know that he is in such a special place. Take care of each other during this time. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you,
Andrea and Shawn Kardal
members of Partridge Hill United Church
Cam and Shannon
September 27, 2007
Our sympathies to Ken's family. Ken was simply an amazing person.
Bob Mutlow
September 27, 2007
To the Family:
On behalf of Woodcliff United Church, Calgary where Ken was a candidate for ministry I want to convey our deep sense of shock at Ken's untimely passing. We will put his name and yours in our Sunday bulletin "Prayer & Praise Section." Rev. Bob Mutlow, Woodcliff United Church.
Sherry Strachan
September 27, 2007
Our family was deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful person. He made a great impact on our family, and everyone who knew him. We owe so much to him as he helped us see the light when we went through our own family tragedy, and we continued a blessed friendship with him since. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. He will be forever missed.
Sherry, Craig, Davin & Jensen Strachan
Rev Dawn McDonald
September 27, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Ken was a man who truly cared for his family, his friends, and for those who he worked with. I had the privilege of getting to know him as a fellow ministerial member in Fort Nelson. His musical talents and a greate sense of humour was such a blessing to many of us. May your memories of him bring comfort, and may the Lord be your comfort and strength in the days to come.
Marilyn, Ray & Courtney Newman
September 27, 2007
Allison & Family
We are very sorry to here of your loss. We remember Ken giving out his Volleyball & Basketball pointers to his daughters. I remember when my sister got married Ken telling the Bridal party that it was the first time he had to talk to the Bridesmaids about behaving and not the Groomsmen. As one of those Bridesmaids we had a lot of fun.
Nicole Veenstra
September 27, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you....
I was so sad to hear of your loss... Ken was a WONDERFUL man and has touch my life like no other but I am sure you will here that over and over again ...
Wanda Dagnall
September 27, 2007
To Linda, Katharine, Allison & Brianne: You don't know me however Ken was a nephew to my mom, Marlene Bell, daughter of Georgia DeMan. I wanted to take a minute to tell you how sad I am to hear of Ken's passing. Although we spent very little time together (and most of that was when I was very young) I will always remember Ken as a kind, loving and caring person, who shared a love of music and goodness with all of those who were around him. I best remember him performing in the Young Canadians and spending time with me when we went to visit Nana (Georgia DeMan). Please know that my family and I are thinking of you and yours at this time and know that he is "only a prayer away". Love to all
Rev. Ken Flanagan
September 27, 2007
I have known Ken as a colleague in ministry, but more recently in his capacity as chaplain at the Lamont Hospital, I experienced first hand Ken's caring and very pastoral side. The United Church has lost a very good minister. May God bless all of Ken's family at this time.
Anne Galloway
September 27, 2007
I am so sad to hear of Ken's passing. He was truely one of the best people I have ever known.
Clay & Joan Schaning
September 27, 2007
Linda and family
We are saddened to hear of Ken's death. We have wonderful memories of his ministry in Gibbons.
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Christine Steele
September 27, 2007
Linda, Allison, Brianne, Catharine: "And so faith is closing your eyes and following the breath of your soul down to the bottom of life, where existence and nonexistence have merged into irrelevance. All that matters is the little part you play in the vast drama." I know your Dad lived his life following the breath of his soul to the fullest. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. It was an honor and a pleasure to work with, and come to know, your husband and your Dad. I am blessed to have considered him my friend.
Heather Beztilny
September 26, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The reverend became a friend to my husband and I when we chose to be married in Ft. Sask (near our family) when my husband and I were both living in Calgary. It was with sadness that I found he was no longer at the United Church when we moved back to the area and had our first baby Sept 1 of this year. I know he would have been pleased to meet her and I am sad he won't know her.
Please know we are thinking of your family.
Randy Kropp And Family
September 26, 2007
We are so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Ken was an amazing man, filled with such zest and faith in life.
In time may you find moments to smile and remember, knowing he is always with you.
Raylene Kramchynsky
September 26, 2007
Allison & Family:
I am so sorry to hear about the news. Coming from someone who has gone through the very same thing, remember all the good memories you shared and how proud he is of all your accomplishments. Find strength in each other during this difficult time. My family and I are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prays.
Chris and Sandy
September 26, 2007
We are deeply saddened to hear of Reverend Ken’s passing. He became a friend who helped us in our time of extreme need - we have never forgotten that. His quiet patience and understanding was a true mark of his character. He will be missed. Our sympathy goes to his family and friends.
Marlene Morin
September 26, 2007
Our deepest sympathy goes to the family. Ken was a wonderful and inspiring Minister and mentor. Ken will be forever remembered and missed deeply by our family, he made a difference in our lives.
Mike & Marlene, Cory, Joey & Lane Morin
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