Age 83 of Cole Harbour, passed away January 26, 2022 in the Dartmouth General Hospital.
Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late Francis and Elizabeth (Wagner) Blackburn. He was a wonderful husband for 52 years to Anne (Lewis). He is also survived by his daughter, Jennifer and her spouse Robert; his son James and his spouse Emi, and his grandchildren, Hiroki and Maya Blackburn. He is also survived by sisters Shirley, Marlene and Eileen and predeceased by sisters Thelma, Marie, Josephine, Doris, Joan, Lorraine and Dorothy, several brothers and his special fur buddy, Penny.
Ken had worked for several years as a school caretaker in HRM, retiring in 2001.
There will be no visitation or service by request and cremation has taken place.
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11/17/2022
Jennifer
Happy Birthday dad! I miss you so very much!
02/08/2022
Dawn Coleman
I was so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I worked with Ken at Joseph Giles for many years. He was a great guy who had a dry sense of humor, and was never too busy to chat. He was a wonderful worker and I could always count on Ken (although I don't know if he ever truly forgave me for the "charcoal Art disaster"!) He often spoke of Anne and the kids and I know he cherished his family more than anything else. My sincere condolences to all the Blackburn family. RIP, Ken.
02/04/2022
Alabama Donald
Ken was a breath of fresh air at our school. He set the bar high in his care for others and he was a great friend. I could relate a great many stories and laughs we had. I still look out my window and see my she'd he helped me build. Ken made the job easier , you could count on him. We will Remember Ken.
01/29/2022
Darlene Kenney
Anne and family, my deepest sympathy on the passing of Ken. He was a true gentleman. I was lucky to have Ken as my very first skip when we curled with the Canada Revenue group. He was always so patient in teaching me how to curl. Sincere condolences, Darlene and Brian Kenney
01/28/2022
Debbie-Paul Clarke
Aunt Anne, Jennifer and Jimmy: Paul and I send our heartfelt condolences for your loss. What a kind soul he was - he will be greatly missed. With love, Debbie & Paul Clarke
01/28/2022
Gerry Chisholm
Anne and family. Sorry to hear about Ken's passing. He was a true gentleman. Sincere condolences from my family to yours.
01/28/2022
MARLENE LECKY
I don't know if you remember me, Ann but I worked with Ken at Petrofina years ago. I was heart broken to hear of his passing. Ken was always a great guy and with him and the others we worked with we had a great bond. God bless you, Jennifer and James and family. Marlene B. Lecky
01/28/2022
Maureen Albert
Anne & family I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Ralph & I enjoyed curling with Ken many years ago with Taxation. He was a great guy, with a warm smile. Our deepest condolences.
01/28/2022
Leslie Appleby
I was sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. May your memories bring you peace. Leslie Appleby (Sears)
01/28/2022
Bob Morrison
Anne and family. I was saddened to learn of the passing of your Kenneth. Sending my deepest sympathies and condolences. Stay strong and treasure all the memories. They will never dim. Warmest regards. Bob Morrison
01/28/2022
Shelly Costigan
Anne, Jennifer and Jimmy, so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband/father. Sending you so much love. Shelly, Cheryl, Derek, Bruce & Faye Richard. Jennifer, i'd love to talk, 203-570-3867 -Shelly
01/28/2022
Narda Lonergan
Anne, I am so sorry to hear this sad news of your husbands passing. You always spoke so fondly of him and I'm sure he will be greatly missed by you and your family. My sincere condolences.....Narda Lonergan
01/28/2022
Alexis Pottie
I'm so sorry Anne. Condolences to you and your family Alexis Pottie
01/28/2022
Laurie Braiden
So sad to hear of your loss Anne.My sympathy to you and your family.I only met Kenneth once at the infamous bowling tourney in Moncton. He was quiet and fun loving, with a wonderful smile. Good memories. My condolences to everyone. Laurie
01/28/2022
Cathy and Bill Campbell
Our condolences for the loss of a wonderful neighbor. Always willing to extend some kindness even to our son's fur baby Maggie letting her run free in their yard.
01/28/2022
Dennis
My sympathy to the family, I remember Ken growing up as a neighbour and relative, he was closer to Ned my older brother . Dennis Nash
01/28/2022
Linda MacKenzie
Anne and Family, So very sorry to read of Kenneth's passing. I remember our great visits and our children playing during those visits the memories are our keepsakes. It is wonderful that Jennifer is close and Jimmy and family returned home last summer. Thinking of you Anne at this time. Our thoughts are with you and your family. R.I.P. Kenneth! Linda, son (Kevin Sampson) daughter (Kerry Sampson)Murphy and families.
01/28/2022
Ron Heiman
My condolences to the Blackburn family. Ken was always positive and helpful and I enjoyed working with him at Joseph Giles Elementary School. Ron Heiman
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