I was first introduced to " Mr. Friess" as Kristen's friend Breanne many years ago. Not long after that he was asking Kristen where her friend " Little Leanne" had been, and my nickname was born. Even back then he always made me feel like part of the family. The last time I had a visit back in the Friess home it truly did feel like old times and I remember just laughing. I will be forever grateful for the unconditional guidance and support I was given throughout the years and to always to have felt like part of the family.

I was first introduced to " Mr. Friess" as Kristen's friend Breanne many years ago. Not long after that he was asking Kristen where her friend " Little Leanne" had been, and my nickname was born. Even back then he always made me feel like part of the family. The last time I had a visit back in the Friess home it truly did feel like old times and I remember just laughing. I will be forever grateful to the unconditional guidance, love and support I was given throughout the years.

the unconditional guidance, love and support I was given throughout the years. the unconditional guidance, love and support I was given throughout the years.

Norm & I loved our visits with you & Ken in Mesa. It was so much fun & happy times. Ken will be missed by so many. My condolences to you & your family Joan. RIP Ken

Very sorry to hear this.

Ken was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.

prayers being sent out to Ken's amazing family and Kindred family. Ken was one of the greatest rep's I had ever had while working in WPG in the 90's. Our industry has lost a great human with a fantastic laugh and amazing spirit.

We have so many memories of Ken - all of them good ones ! For Don, working at Marshall Wells in Regina in the early 1980's, Ken was a phone contact in Winnipeg. When Ken changed jobs and began traveling they met in person and became fast friends. Whenever Ken was heading West, a stopover in Regina meant cheeseburger pie at the Ziffles, an evening of ' adult beverages' , and often some bad singing and even worse piano playing....it always included a discussion of the latest gadget for sale on the shopping channel. Ken's return trip home often found us at whatever hotel he was staying at for a pizza and pool night...our 2 boys, now grown men, have fond memories of those visits. Shannon's mom, ' Grandma Rita', had a soft spot for Ken and often, with very little notice, would bake a 4 liter ice cream pail of jam-jam cookies for Ken to take back to Winnipeg....Ken once confessed to us they sometimes didn't make it all the way there!

Our summer vacations spent at a family cottage in Gull Lake, Manitoba often found Ken and Joan joining us for a beach day, a bbq or the annual theme night. We are blessed to have had a 40+ year friendship, our deepest, heartfelt condolences go to Joan, Jen, Kristen and all of Ken's family. Rest in peace Ken.

Ken and I started working together at Kindred in 1996 when I joined the organization, and we worked together either directly or indirectly for over 20 years. Ken's infectious personality could draw people in like no other, and to say that he was a legend at Kindred would be an extreme understatement. I particularly will always cherish the memories of Ken holding court at the bar during the evening hours of our National Sales Conferences. His humour brought a smile to everyone's faces, and we could often be seen holding our sides as our bellies hurt from all the laughing. Although he certainly took his job and career very seriously, he also had an uncanny ability to find the humour in any situation.

My heart goes out to Joan, Jennifer, Kristen, and all of Ken's family and friends. The world lost a great man this week, and Ken will be missed by so many!

When a friendship goes back to the best part of 40 years, the sadness that follows goes without saying. Like many of you, I will always remember Ken’s great sense of humour. Whether it was the Franklin Expedition, German cakes, sideburns, or the size of people’s heads, there was always something that would keep me entertained and laughing. So many happy times Joan, going back to the days when Wruffles was your only dependant, to our last catch up at Victoria Beach - precious memories I’ll keep forever. Joan, sending much love to you and your family.

We are so sorry to hear of our friend Ken's passing . He was one of a kind always with a joke and oh how he loved his music .

Our condolences Joan to you and your family .

so glad he had a chance to love and spend time with your adorable grand baby's .

RIP Ken

I had known Ken for roughly 18 years, as the goofy, caring Dad of my best friend. Ken was always so welcoming. He always took time to sit and learn more about myself and was always good to bounce ideas off of. Him and Kristen would tease each other, ending in lots of laughs and entertainment. Both Ken and Joan graciously took me and my partner in for a month as we unexpectedly came back to Winnipeg after an illness during our year long backpacking trip, when we had no set address yet. I will never forget this kindness and also just having the quality time with them. He really was family.

Will be deeply missed.

I met Ken throught the wholesale plumbing industry a couple of decades ago and as noted, you wouldn't know we were talking business. Calm, laid back, easy to talk to and would get you out of a jam. Always called me by my nickname, that ony a few would even care to remember, but Ken did. Truly a fine gentleman. Will be missed.

Will miss you brother. You will always be in our thoughts and memories. Rest in peace baby brother. Keep them laughing in your new home in the stars!

Until we meet again, see you later buddy.

Jim, Sherry and Family