Arsenault, John Kenneth “Ken”
John Kenneth “Ken” Arsenault
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we, the family of J. Kenneth (Ken) Arsenault announce his
recent passing, on July 23rd , 2023. Ken loved summer and spent as much time as possible at Turkey Point where he enjoyed working on his cottage, entertaining friends and family and relaxing in the sunshine. So how bittersweet, that it was on
a beautiful sunny summer day with his siblings and children by his side, that Ken passed away while one
of his favourite songs, “Going to California” by Led Zeppelin, played in the background, just as he would
have wanted. Kenny, as he was affectionately known to family and closest friends, was an avid lover of
SO’s and 60’s rock music and had a keen ear for music. In his youth, he was a drummer for Jay’s Raiders,
a well known Brantford Band. Cars and baseball were other passions and although the Blue Jays were
his favourite team, they had recently taken a back seat to the baseball accomplishments of his three
grandsons, Jacob, Noah and Lucas Arsenault. And Ken was also so proud of his granddaughter, Emma
Dalton, who is a fervent rower on her school’s rowing team. Ken was happy to receive new up to date
photos of his grandchildren to display for his many visitors during his time at hospital and hospice. All
of us will miss Poopah’s famous lasagna which was his specialty, and the grandkids expected it at every special occasion and Poopah was glad to oblige. Ken will be dearly missed by his 3 children, Laurie Arsenault, Tim Arsenault (Rachel) and Kerry (Tim) Dalton as well as siblings Joyce McCormick, Debbie Wright (Scott) John Arsenault (Brenda) and Claude
Arsenault (Norma) Mary Jones, Liz Kuhn and grandchildren Jacob, Noah, Emma and Lucas, as well as his life-long friend Ellen Arsenault. The family would like to thank Dr. S. Ta her, Dr. Rai and Dr Sayad, & all the doctors, nurses and 7th floor
palliative care staff, The Stedman’s Hospice staff as well as its volunteers for their compassionate care
and understanding. The family would also like to extend a special thanks to Ken’s long-time friend
Johnny MacNeil who was instrumental in helping the family navigate through this difficult process.
There is a memorial book entitled “the Butterfly Book” located in front lobby at Stedman’s Hospice, 445
Grey Street, Brantford. All residents of Stedman’s Hospice have their own page and anyone can stop by
there to jot down a few words on Ken’s page, or simply to sign it in his memory.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Stedman Hospice would be welcome.
The family will hold a Private Family gathering.
Ken, you were the best man I knew. You always had a wisecrack. You accepted us as family even though you and Ellen were so young sourselves. You and Ellen played a huge role in our lives which without, would have made life very difficult. Thank you for that. Love Mary, #29
Good bye
Oh Ken, you were the best man I ever knew. You saved me and my twin Liz’s life when we were so young. You took us in when you and Ellen were only teenagers yourselves. I am eternally grateful for having known you. You taught me how to play hockey. Took me to every practice and game. I think of you every game I play or watch. You were way more than a brother in law. I love you.
KEN, really?? Are you really gone? So surreal. You have left one heck of an empty spot in alot of people’s lives. Father, I can still see you walking in the house grinning from ear to ear when the twins were born. I can see you holding your brown eyed girl, I can see your endless smile. A grandfather, how you lit up when you had the chance to brag about them. A friend. I cherish you and the care you have always shown me.
Dear Laurie, Tim and Kerry and Ellen and families, we were deeply saddened to learn of Ken’s passing and send our heartfelt condolences to everyone. We have so many memories spent here and at Ken’s cottage in Turkey Point that he always welcomed everyone into. They were such fun times, and will never be forgotten. Sending our Love and Prayers during this difficult time.
I send my sincere condolences during this time of sorrow. The Bible gives a real hope and promises that your loved one will soon live again in peaceful conditions on a beautiful paradise earth when death is no more. (John 5:28, 29; Revelation 21:4)