Ken Ashton
September 20, 1934 - December 16, 2023
Peacefully at McCormick Home on Saturday, December 16, 2023, Ken passed away in his 90th year. Ken was born in Clinton, Ontario on September 20, 1934. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Helen, and sons Donald (Allison) and Robert (Tammie). Also survived by much-loved grandchildren Thomas, Liam, Jake and Sarah.
Ken was a dedicated teacher in London elementary schools for 35 years. He was an active member of Byron United Church. As a man of strong faith, Ken’s great loves were his family and his church.
We would like to thank the staff at McCormick Home for their compassionate care during the past three months.
Visitation will be held at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Thursday, December 21, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted at Byron United Church, 420 Boler Road, London on Friday, December 22, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Byron United Church or the LHSF – Cancer Program.
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Sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Sympathies to Helen and family. Photo is of Ken and his cousins with grandmother. Ken is top row, second in from left. Very few of us remaining.
My thoughts are with you today and tomorrow as well as the lonely days ahead. You were a great couple and may those precious memories support you in the future.
Uncle Ken was a very special person and much loved by our family. He will truly be missed and we have many special memories of our fun times with him.
My sincere condolences to Helen and family. Ken was indeed a dedicated teacher for so many years and a good staff member to have at W. Sherwood Fox P.S. I also remember he enjoyed photography and making cards in the early years of his retirement. Janice Thielenhaus
Sending sincere condolences at this sad time. Ken was a true gentleman. He always had a special smile. Tom and Pat Telfer
I was so saddened to hear of Ken passing away. I am so grateful for the years that I have known Ken & Helen and also very thankful that the last time I saw them I got a hug. Your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Love Sharon xoxo
We always enjoyed time serving coffee with both Helen and Ken at Byron United Church. Our condolences to Helen and family. Lon Sinclair and Vickie Thomas
It was a pleasure to serve with Ken over the years on the Session of Byron United Church. Ken could always be counted on to support the Church.
Services for Ken Ashton
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
December 21, 2023 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Funeral Service will be held at:
Byron United Church
420 Boler Rd,
London, Ontario
December 22, 2023 11:00 am
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I just heard about Ken’s passing, and I’m so sorry to have missed the visitation tonight. It was always a pleasure to chat with him on our street. Praying for peace in your heart and that you will be strengthened by your faith at this difficult time.
~ Heather Whittle