Mark and I were heartbroken to hear of Kenton's passing. Many tears have been shed for Maureen and family. Kenton was a very happy, warm, "welcoming to all", "fun to be around", intelligent, "willing to share", guy. There is so much more we could say about Kenton but the most important is that he will missed! Sending our condolences. We made a donation on his behalf to the school memorial fund in his name. We will be at the May 3rd celebration of life to give you all big hugs. Kenton was loved by so many. So glad that he was in his "happy place" when he passed.

Maureen, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Ellen

I’m deeply saddened to hear of your passing. You were an incredible teacher. What made you so special were all your great stories—every class with you felt like an adventure, and it never felt like learning in the traditional sense. You made education come alive, and I always looked forward to your class. It is unfair & heartbreaking your journey was cut so short. You will always be remembered Mr Klassen

God Bless you My dear friend Kenton took me Over his wing when I moved to sandwich street in Windsor To work at the Windsor jail . I lived in a building where he was the property manager He was a hands on young fella who had the Gift of gab and knowledge on countless amounts of situations. 1993 March I left in November and we kept in touch untill he went to teach somewhere very out there. I missed him always wondered what happened to him . I’m So so sad to hear this news of his passing RIP friend And God bless your Family . Randy Baldelli Sudbury Ontario .

I am so sorry for your loss Maureen and families.

Dear Maureen and family, When I went to F.E.Madill highschool Mr. Klassen was a father figure to me. I will never forget him. The school trips we went on. He turned me on to the fun of eating different foods. lol. I know he loved food from different countries. I will never forget his smile and the times we talked together. He was a great person. My sympathy to you and yours.Thinking of you all at this tragic time. Love Anna McIntosh.

Maureen, thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending our deepest condolences. Russell & Danielle Sutton

I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. I've always remembered him as a passionate educator. I always looked forward to his classes.

I have so many wonderful memories of Mr. Klassen, especially the exemplary humor and joy he brought to class every day. His kindness was such that it reverberated in the lives of his students and I'm sure in the lives of all of his loved ones. Condolences to the family.

Maureen and Family, We send our sympathy to you and Kenton's family. My time at Madill did not intersect with his but through the alumni grapevine I was aware of the positive impact he had on his students and athletes. Treasure your memories of the time you shared with him.

Maureen, you are in my thoughts at this very difficult time. I am so sorry and deeply saddened to hear that Kenton has passed away. He was such an interesting and caring person and exhibited an amazing zest for life in whatever he was doing. He will be greatly missed but not forgotten. He will continue to live on in the memories of all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Rest in peace Mr. Klassen. I have a lot of fond memories of you as a teacher. You will be missed.

Rest in peace Mr. Klassen. I have a lot of fond memories of you as a teacher. You will be missed.

What a beautifully written tribute! I was so saddened and shocked to hear of Mr. Klassen's passing. I have fond memories having had him as a teacher for travel and tourism, and, I think, English media. "Encouraging a questioning mindset" could not be more true, as this was exactly the role he played for me. He opened my eyes to new perspectives, and I'm confident that without experiencing his teaching my path may have looked quite different. He's gone too soon, but has left a lasting, and positive imact on so many. Keeping his friends and family in my thoughts as they mourn this tremendous loss.

Very sorry to hear this,he will be sadly missed by all who knew him,my condolences to all his family and friends 😒

So sorry to hear this news. I was one of the lucky ones that got to have Kenton as a teacher and coach. He was such an inspirational person and great role model. He will be greatly missed. Our condolences go to the family and friends at this time.

We are so saddened to hear of the passing of Kenton. Enjoyed our days as sausage judges at the annual FigFest. Deepest condolences to all his family.

I was never in any of his classes in school, but he was my soccer coach and I enjoyed playing for him. So sorry for your loss. He will be missed.

Jack and I were so very sad to hear of the passing of Kenton. I remember some delicious food at Grey cup parties. Thinking of you Maureen❤️

We are thinking of you, Maureen, and please accept our sympathies. As a friend, teammate and fellow Kinsman we had a lot of fun over the years. Always enjoyed hearing about his most recent travels and the adventures you and he shared together. Thanks again for the Grey Cup parties and the great food Kenton would make for his guests. Gone too soon but he will be remembered by many.

Maureen & Family, Sorry to hear of Kenton's passing. My condolences to you & your family. Sincerely, Lorne Milsap

Kenton set a wonderful example of enjoying life to its fullest. He inspired his students with frank and meaningful discussions about ideas, current events and the world around them. There is no doubt that he will be very much missed by the whole Madill community. All of our love to Maureen and the rest of Kenton's family.

My sincere and deepest condolences to all the family and my heart goes out to you all.

Dear Maureen and Kenton’s family, I am saddened to know that such a wonderful teacher and colleague has passed. I know how much his students loved him as a teacher. I knew him as a very positive and joyful guy - always friendly and helpful. I hope he has left all those who knew him as caring about the world and environment and discoveries better for having had him as a friend. Rest in Peace, Kenton. And- to Maureen….a hug and much love ❤️

My deepest condolences to your family. I didn’t know Kenton very well, but his dad was a beloved geography teacher of mine. It sounds like Kenten was loved by all his students also.

I remember Kenton well from our days in bay view street. My condolences to all who loved him

I will always hold special memories of Mr. Klassen as a wonderful high school teacher. Back then I just referred to him as “Klassen”. I would often be picked up from school & since his classroom was near the pick up spot, it became a habit for me to chat with him while I waited. He was fun, accepting, and made it a safe space for me & everyone else. I felt he believed in me & my dreams that took me beyond the small town I grew up in, I recall his encouragement of the ideas I had. I’ll always remember Klassen as a special person. Sending my condolences to Ms Matchett, his family & friends.

To Maureen and family: Kerri and I extend thoughts and prayers on these most difficult of days. It is rare that we meet an individual who was himself at all times. He could talk with hobos and kings and still be the same intelligent, caring and concerned individual. I had the pleasure of playing slow pitch softball with Kenton and he could make it more fun, even if we were losing. He is missed . Kerri & Mike

Our sincere condolences to you Maureen. Kenton will really be missed. Many good times with the Kinsmen ball team.

We were very shocked to hear of Klassen’s passing. My 1st teacher at FE to being some of the best neighbours. Kira loved all the stories ,learning about nature , the gardens and of course the kitty's were her favourite. She still talks about bird watching in the backyard with Klassen . We are thinking of you Matchett

Jack and I were so very sad to hear of the passing of Kenton. I remember some delicious food at Grey cup parties. Thinking of you Maureen❤️