ARMSTRONG, Ken
December 6, 1962 – January 12, 2012
It is with heavy hearts the Armstrong-Higgins Families announce the loss of Ken Armstrong.
Ken is survived by his wife Sharon; daughter Tiegan; parents Margaret and Ed Armstrong; brother Kyle (Erin); sister Vyvan (Kevin); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ken was born on December 6, 1962 in Boston. He spent his early years in St. Bruno, Quebec. At eighteen, Ken moved to Calgary where he spent fifteen years working with Lyle Eddy trucking and six years with Burnco. His last two years were spent with Mike Vale Trucking. He was known for his sense of humour and love of horses. Four years ago, Ken found his true love in Sharon and on October 9, 2010, they were married. He will be forever missed.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W. Calgary, AB) on Sunday, January 15, 2012 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W. Calgary, AB) on Monday, January 16, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family wishes to thank all those involved in Ken’s care from the accident responders to the staff at Rockyview and Foothills Hospitals.
In living memory of Ken Armstrong, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403)243-8200.
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Our heart aches for you. We are so so sorry for your loss and can’t begin to imagine what you are going through. Surround yourself with the love of those around you and cherish the memories. You are all in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.
Carey & Leone Zelisko
Ken is gonna be sorely missed, but never forgotten. From the first time I met him (’81) and every time after that, he was always genuine. Always asked about my family, made me laugh, gave me shit at work – even stole my lunch occasionally. He was a true friend, over the years we discussed everything. Whether good or bad, he was always willing to help and give advice. My last text to him was on his birthday, he simply replied “thanks”. Whether it was work, socializing , or anything in between, you knew Ken was there, and he was always involved – never standing on the side waiting for something to happen. He was a great guy, huge loss. All my best to the Armstrong family and all of Ken’s friends.
Dear Sharon,
May God give you strength at this time.
Love Sharon
Sharon and Family: So sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. It was a pleasure to have met him. May all the special beautiful memories you have had with Ken, help get through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Florence & Wayne
Our thought are with the family at this time and always. Ken’s light will be greatly missed.
Ray and Laura
I feel honored to have had Ken’s freindship in the few short years we crossed paths some 20 years ago . We would meet occasionally after that and it was always great to see him . Ken was always encouraging me to have my own business if thats where the passion was . Thanks for sharing a part of your life with me Ken you will always be remembered for being the one who obviously enjoyed life . I’ll do my best to pass it forward .
Sharon and family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family at this very difficult time. Ken was such a wonderful, kind man and he always made me smile whenever he came into the office. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Sincerely,
Betty Timmerman
We just wanted to offer our condolences and let you know we are very sad for your loss. We will be thinking of all of you during this difficult time. A big hug from all of us and we’ll see you when you get home.
Love,
Barb & Family
It was my great privilege to know Ken and to have spent a little precious time with him. I will remember Ken as a most dear and kind human being. I regret not being able to see him one more time and I am sure many share this sentiment. To all of those people I send my heartfelt condolences.
May the angels be with you and yours – Katie
My thoughts and prayers are with Ken’s family at this difficult time. So sad to hear of Ken’s passing. From the time we lived together in the 80′s until our paths crossed again this last summer Ken’s humour is something I will never forget. You will be missed, but NEVER forgotten. Rest in Peace.
Sharon and family,
Our sincerest condolences on Ken’s passing….our thoughts are with you.
Just want to let you know Sharon that our thoughts are with you in this very sorrowful time
Ken was a great guy, who could always make you smile. Usually this would turn to laughter ! He will be greatly missed … My heart goes out to Sharon and Ken’s family.
Sharon, Tiegan, Ed, Margaret and family,
Our deepest condolences to you and your families on your profund and sudden loss. We first met Ken back in St. Bruno in 1974 and , although our paths diverged widely over the years, he always greeted us with a big smile and great humour whenever we met.
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Bob and Gillian
So sorry for your loss, Ken sold me my QH mare,Teisha over 12 years ago and she is known locally as the best horse ever. I will always rmemeber when Ken came out to visit us, north of Toronto. We had a great trail ride. The horse world has lost a great soul. Thank you Ken for my Teisha.
My sincerest condolences on the loss of Ken.. l will miss his jokes at the bar, so often as he made me laugh. At a difficult time like this my payers and thoughts are with you Sharon and your family. May God bless!
Ken was a very sweet and funny guy. So very sorry for your loss. Our heart goes out to his Family at this difficult time ….<3 . Brad says = Ken I will never forget our Dance. Walk slowly Buddy – I will catch up and we will Dance again. ( inside joke ) …..RIP.
My sincerest condolences on the passing of Ken. I had not seen him for many years until our paths crossed again at a Stampede gathering and he had not changed a bit it was the same old Ken. He will be dearly missed…
Ken was one of the good guys, always enjoyed his company. Our thoughts are with you all.
Sharon,
May knowing you are in the hearts and thoughts of others help you and your family through this time of sorrow.
Helene
Ken was a great man. He was always there to support you with your horse, giving guidance, encouragement and sometimes with great humour. My sincere condolences to Sharon, Tiegan and the rest of Ken’s Families.
Ken… you will always have a special place in my heart, a dear friend for over 3 decades. You will be missed by so many…RIP. My heart goes out to the Armstrong / Higgins families, such a tragic loss.
Be assured that working with such a great guy as Ken, he will be fondly remembered and sadly missed. I mourn for you and with you at this great time of loss. He will finally get to rest in peace on that lovely ranch in the sky with his horses until you meet again.
I am truly sadden to hear of Ken’s sudden passing. I went to high school with him and came out west with him in 1980. Please accept my condolences to the Armstrong-Higgins family.
We are truly sadden to hear about the passing of Ken. Ken was a great man, very funny, always making us laugh, and making fun of my touk. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Rest in Peace, Kenny