Kenneth Everett Beattie
December 31, 2023
Our Hero was born on March 4, 1935 and died on Sunday, December 31, 2023 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Connie for 67 years. Cherished father of Marc Beattie (Birgit Schulz), Scott Beattie (Betsy), Chris Beattie (Allison) and loved by grandchildren Eric Beattie and Frey Beattie. Ken will be missed by his twin sister Marilyn and nephews Brian (Toni), Drew (Lena), Greg (Angela), Jeff, and his niece Cheryl (Scott). Predeceased by his older brother Don and survived by his sister-in-law Dianne.
Ken was a firefighter for 33 years and rose to the rank of District Chief until he retired at the age of 54. Ken and Connie spent a lot of their winters in Florida. Besides firefighting, he was also a good athlete. He played a lot of sports and enjoyed playing baseball into his sixties. His passion was golf. Ken was a patient father and husband for 67 years. We will miss you Dad and love you forever. Goodbye (Dad) Ken.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, Max (Ken’s cat) would like you to please consider making a donation to Purrfect Haven Cat Rescue click here.
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Connie You and your family are in our thoughts as you grieve the loss of Ken. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Dear Connie and family…….he truly was a hero and an incredible friend for so many years…..I had no idea ken had passed until this morning when my sister Wendy called me…..I am in tears remembering all the fun moments we had together….connie you are always in my thoughts …have missed you guys soooo much….I can’t begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss….love you forever…tammy
I’m so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. I extend my sincere condolences. I have some fond memories of a few rum & cokes and card games. I’m away holidaying til Jan 31 so unfortunately can’t attend the celebration of life. Sincerely Chris Robson
To Connie and family. We are so sorry for your loss. We fondly remember Ken playing guitar and singing his favourite cowboy songs. (We regret we're unable to attend the service personally due to covid in our household. ) Our prayers go out to you.
Dear Connie and family thinking of you at this time of mourning and praying for your comfort and peace
To the Beattie Family, our deepest sympathy on your loss. My Mom and Stepfather, Jean and Tony Scala, spoke often of Ken and their close relationship with he and Connie.
I worked alot with Ken when he was a Captain and then as a District Chief. He knew his job and shared his knowledge with everyone in his crew. He was also gifted with a great sense of humour which helped us all after some tough calls. R.I.P. Chief, you will be missed.
Sending sympathy to you Connie and all the Beattie family. Ken was well respected and will be missed. Paul & Mary Ellen Edwards
Connie my condolences to you and your family for the loss of such a wonderful man . That is such a beautiful photograph of him and I know your heart will be breaking with the loss. I hope the memories of the love he shared with you and the family will comfort you. I was lucky to have met him and hear the kind words he spoke about my father who was also on the London Fire Department . I'll never forget what he said and he made my day . I know he will be greatly missed .
Services for Kenneth Everett Beattie
Celebration of Life will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
January 7, 2024 11:00 am
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We are so sorry, Connie. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Ken will be sadly missed by so many. Linda, Bridget & son George have such fond memories of Ken. He was so good to them! You were so blessed to have Ken in your life for so many years. God Bless
~ George and Thelma Robinson