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Ken Helgason

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KENNETH "KEN" BLAINE HELGASON

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August 25, 1955 - June 23, 2023

Ken passed away peacefully at the age of 67.

 

He was predeceased by his parents, Steini and Bergros Helgason; sisters, Fern, Eleanor, Kristjana “Kitty”, and Geraldine; brothers, Halfdan, Robert, Hallur “Halli”, and Gerald. He will be truly missed by all those he loved, including his daughter Julia, brother Carl, sister Rosalyn, many nieces and nephews, and his very dear friends.

 

Kenneth was born and raised in Riverton, Manitoba. He was a true artist. He created some amazing sketches and drawings (that hang on many of our walls), commercial signs, and photos. He had intellect, poetic candor, and a quick wit that was unmistakably his own. We will not forget him and will keep him in our hearts until we meet again.

 

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

 

Thank you to the staff at the Health Sciences Centre.

 

“There is a crack, a crack in everything.

That’s how the light gets in.”

~ Leonard Cohen

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Ken's family kindly requests that all of his friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by sharing photos, memories, and stories, using the comment section on this page.

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Wendy Picken

July 26, 2023 at 2:43 PM

Oh Kenneth-I am heartbroken to read that you have passed dear friend-we had just reconnected in the past few years on FB-I had hoped to reconnect in person this year after 33 years--you always made me laugh-your wit and humor, your way of sharing a story--your art and love of music always connected us and always inspired me when I was still wanting to be---our winter candle light dinners oh so long ago when you lived in the Osborne Village in that wonderful old house-sadly I cannot remember the street now...RIpoetry dear friend as your life and mind were pure poetry--I was wondering why I wasn't seeing your posts on FB now I know--till we meet again dearest man-fly free and soar:)))xxoo my dearest and deepest condolences to your much cherished family and your treasured darling daughter Julia
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Bernice Whiteway

July 13, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Treasure alot of good memories we had growi g up and our coffee times together will farewell my friend until we meet again❤ 
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Al Johnson

July 13, 2023 at 2:28 PM

👍❤It has been a pleasure knowing you since you were just a 1 year old toddler, trying to walk. Always a good-natured person, kind, considerate and polite. You always had a friendly and intelligent air about you. I wasn't around to watch you grow from boyhood to adult, but from what I've discovered over the past few years, I gather you did very well at exercising and improving upon the traits you were born with. The past few years have been extremely enjoyable communicating with you on F/B/. I look forward to seeing you again one day when I have the pleasure of reuniting with all who have passed before me. Give my best regards to all you've reunited with, kiss all the pretty girls for me and "I'll See Ya All A Bit Later On" !! With Admiration, Al Johnson.👍
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John muliyil

July 10, 2023 at 7:42 PM

Ken. We had great times.. I am honoured to know you. Im missing you everyday sir.. My deepest condolences to your family.  Man i miss you so much!!
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Suzi Joyal

July 8, 2023 at 8:31 PM

I can’t remember the last time I spoke with Kenneth in person. I was probably in my late teens, or early twenties, he of course was with Johnny. But we did chat on messenger. We would discuss, art, and music, and our thoughts on humanity these days.  I do remember about 15-20 years ago being stopped at a traffic light in Confusion corner. I saw him walking across the street and said in my mind “Ah, there’s Kenneth” it was like seeing a unicorn 🦄  I miss his wonderful spirit.  ~Suzi~
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Lorraine (Eastman) Burton

July 6, 2023 at 10:21 AM

Kenneth, you were the cousin that everyone should have - your compassion, wit, and understanding were just a few of the beautiful qualities that we all loved. You already are missed but it was your time. Rest in Heavenly Peace my Dear...
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Pauli

July 5, 2023 at 1:01 PM

And I wanted your mutrache so bad as a kid 🤣👨
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Debbie Brodsky

July 5, 2023 at 12:59 PM

A lot of ways to describe you but brave is at the top of my list.  Thinking of others before yourself to the end.  I’ll miss our chats, your artistry and your wit. Rest easy my Eastside neighbour.  Blessings till we all meet again. 
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Pauli

July 5, 2023 at 12:57 PM

Uncle Kenneth, the ultra cool uncle in leather, a true artist, and poetic rebel with a cause, stood for truth, brilliant mind. Keen interest and taste for music. You saw the soul. Fly high to your highest now uncle with mom now in the shining brightest beside the Creator .love 4 Eva☆  Pauli☆ uncle Kenneth xoxo😎🎨👨‍🎨🦅you knew who you were ☆
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Ron Whiteway

July 5, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Rest in peace my amazing lifelong friend. With so many memories, your spirit will live in my heart always. Love ya man. Peace. 
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Charles Whiteway

July 5, 2023 at 10:19 AM

Rest in peace my friend, im going to miss our yearly get together! Till we meet again!
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Brenda

July 5, 2023 at 9:25 AM

Kenneth Blaine I will miss your beautiful spirit! You were many things too many people! You had a different way of looking at the world and learning. One of your most admirable traits was the kindness in your heart. Above all, you were….. Honest  Gentle  Gifted Talented Creative artististic Intelligent Well spoken A poet and…. The greatest friend! Keep dancing to the rhythm of your own drum my friend!  Rest in heavenly peace!  Brenda Fulsher 
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Randy johnson

July 5, 2023 at 8:39 AM

To my best friend in live I give you torch take it to your log house live in happiness    with love Randy
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