September 10, 1943 - August 1, 2025 Ken lost a courageous battle against a mysterious malaise that was never clearly identified. Perhaps it was picked up during his many world adventures—canoeing along the Amazon, exploring the wilds of Africa or China, far from tourist destinations. Or perhaps it was right here at home, where he lived life to the fullest. A quiet-spoken man, Ken grew up in Vancouver, attended Vancouver Tech, and began a lifelong career with BC Hydro.With his then-wife Yvette, he welcomed two sons, and after a few years working at Burrard Thermal, he transferred to Cranbrook. Later, he settled and retired in Marysville. If it was interesting, challenging, or just plain fun, Ken would do it with gusto —from fishing, skiing, curling, and model airplanes, to renovating his house or hanging out with his tight-knit group of friends. His premier project was restoring an old 1941 Chevy pickup to incredible perfection. Ken lived to walk, but Kootenay winter streets are hazardous, so in 2017 he relocated to Nanaimo. There, he met Doreen Parry, who would become his partner and steadfast supporter as his health inexplicably began to fail. He passed away in Nanaimo Regional Hospital, surrounded by loved ones. Ken was predeceased by his parents, Elsie (née Card) and Victor Mauro. He is survived by his sons David (Brenda) and Dean (Shannon), grandsons Riley, Connor, and Colton, his sister Dianne (Wilfredo), Doreen, and her family. The family would like to thank the medical staff at the Nanaimo General ICU for their tireless efforts and compassion in caring for Ken during his last days. He was interred at Cedar Valley Memorial Center, and a celebration of his life will be held at the Marysville Pub on September 6 at 2 pm. SERVICE DETAILS Celebration of Life Saturday, September 6, 2025 2:00 PM Marysville Pub
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