Passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital on Monday December 5th at the age of 82 and surrounded by his loving family.
Ken retired from JM Schneider after 37 years. The majority was spent in the Beef Kill division and later in the meat packaging department. He was a member of the Moose Lodge and participated in their dart league for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and his grandchildren. His favourite day of the week was Friday when he played darts with his family, friends and neighbours .
Beloved husband of Irene Newsome, they were married for over 61 years. Loving and cherished father of Kathy Diebold and Susan Schneider (Joe). Very Proud Grandpa of Brandon Diebold and Jason Schneider. Dearest brother of Doreen Poser (Jim) .
Predeceased by his parents Wilfred and Vera Diebold and by his brother Gerry Diebold.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Ken’s life will be held at the Moose Lodge (655 Wabanaki Drive, Kitchener) on Saturday, January 7, 2023 from 1 – 4.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation in relation to purchasing New MRI equipment and would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy.
Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Ken's obituary notice on Facebook.
Ken retired from JM Schneider after 37 years. The majority was spent in the Beef Kill division and later in the meat packaging department. He was a member of the Moose Lodge and participated in their dart league for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and his grandchildren. His favourite day of the week was Friday when he played darts with his family, friends and neighbours .
Beloved husband of Irene Newsome, they were married for over 61 years. Loving and cherished father of Kathy Diebold and Susan Schneider (Joe). Very Proud Grandpa of Brandon Diebold and Jason Schneider. Dearest brother of Doreen Poser (Jim) .
Predeceased by his parents Wilfred and Vera Diebold and by his brother Gerry Diebold.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Ken’s life will be held at the Moose Lodge (655 Wabanaki Drive, Kitchener) on Saturday, January 7, 2023 from 1 – 4.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation in relation to purchasing New MRI equipment and would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy.
Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Ken's obituary notice on Facebook.
