KENNETH “KEN” JOHN HOMINICK
Suddenly but peacefully at home, Ken
passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2014, at the age of 76 years.
Ken is survived by his spouse Gayle;
daughters LeVerne and Cory (Ken); sister Lesley Small and family; Grant and
Alice Tone; the Pozernick family, and George the cat. He was
predeceased by his parents Margaret and John Hominick, and by his son, Bill
Hominick.
Ken was born and raised in Transcona
in Winnipeg, Manitoba. As a child and youth he was involved in the Boy Scouts
and Boys Parliament. He learned to play the accordion despite having, by
his own admission, “stubby fingers”. While Ken eventually gave up the
accordion, he maintained a life-long love of music covering a wide spectrum of
styles. Completing his degree as an Industrial and Cost Accountant, Ken
embarked on a lengthy career with the provincial government. He held the
position of Director of Construction and Planning for several years before
departing to work as an independent consultant until his retirement. Ken
also provided his skills as “bean counter” in his role as a volunteer board
member with the Canadian Hemophilia Society. Ken kept his mind sharp with word
and number puzzles, and was an avid follower of local and international
news and politics. He loved playing Santa Claus for children’s Christmas
parties large and small, and delighted many friends and family over the years
as Jolly Old St. Nick. In retirement Ken and Mom travelled extensively,
including a trip to Ireland, but they eventually settled on wintering in
Florida. They made many new friends and had a few adventures during their time
in Griffwood.
In recent years, Ken was challenged
with chronic health issues but he rarely complained. He lived life with good
humour and a smile. The family spent a beautiful Thanksgiving Day at LeVerne’s
farm where Ken enjoyed visiting with the animals and of course partaking
of the many edible delights prepared for the occasion. We are thankful to have
had that time together before his unexpected but peaceful passing the next
day.
As per Ken’s wishes, no Formal
Funeral Service will be held. An informal Celebration of Ken’s Life will
be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may
be made to the charity of your choice.
Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel &
Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204.897.4665, is in care of arrangements.
wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Wojcik’s
FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM
2157 PORTAGE AVENUE
204 - 897 - 4665
www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
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