Kenneth Franklin Mewhinney
Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow

Cemetery:
Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow, ON
In Memory of
Kenneth Franklin Mewhinney
October 18th, 1954 - June 25th, 2020

Place of Death

Gorrie, Ontario

Obituary

Ken Mewhinney of Gorrie and formerly of Lucknow died suddenly on June 25, 2020 in his home at the age of 65. He was born in Kincardine, Ontario to his late parents Frank (1979) and Doris nee Esplen (1987) on October 18, 1954. Dear brother of Marie (Mike) McAuley of St. Catharines, Murray (Linda) of Peterborough, Doug (Cathy) of Milton, Linda (Bev) Hunter of Stratford, Kathy (Rae) Nicholson of Goderich, and Dave (Ellen) of Stratford. Survived by cousins Wayne Mewhinney, Jim McTeer, Lorne and Don Mewhinney, Carol Seaman, Marlene Masters, Bill, Jim, and Nancy Esplen, Joan McAlpine and Judy Hackett. Missed by his nieces and nephews Christine, Derek & Bradley Mewhinney, Jessica & David McAuley, Shawn & Tyler Mewhinney, Jeff & Jason Hunter, Curtis & Christopher Nicholson, and Matt Mewhinney. Throughout his life Ken enjoyed broomball, being involved in the 4-H Calf Club and the Lucknow Agricultural Society. His true passion was farming. He farmed his entire life working with Andy & Murray Gaunt and with Lorne Forester in the Lucknow area and then in the Whitechurch area. For the past 25+ years he has worked with Bennett Farms near Gorrie, doing something he loved everyday. Due to Covid 19 restrictions a Private Graveside Service will be conducted at Greenhill Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Wingham & District Hospital Foundation, or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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Message from Doug & Nancy Aitchison2020-07-02 12:19:07

We were sorry to hear of Ken's sudden passing.I have had the privilege of being an old neighbour,friend,an SS#4 attendee and a competitor in the arena and on the ball field.He was a great supporter of the Lucknow Ag.Society and the community.I am sure he will be missed by his family. Doug & Nancy Aitchison.  

Message from Ross&Elaine Errington2020-07-01 13:10:51

Our deepest smpathy to the family

Message from Steve & Joan Chamney2020-07-01 09:51:39

So very sad to hear of Ken's  passing. We had lots of fun "back in the day" with Ken with broom ball and slo pitch! "Lucknow Outlaws", "Lanesville Lords" and the "Crystalizers"... such good times!  May you Rest In Peace Ken.  Sympathies to all of his family... please know how respected Ken was for so many reasons. Such a difficult time to celebrate the life of such a giving. Community spirited man  

Message from Lynda (Lyons) croskill2020-06-29 23:04:31

Marie, Murray, Doug, Linda, Kathy & Dave:

Please accept my condolences. So sad to hear of one of our

St. Helen's schoolmates taken far too soon. May your memories give you comfort in the coming days.

Message from Lynda (Lyons) croskill2020-06-29 23:04:06

Marie, Murray, Doug, Linda, Kathy & Dave:

Please accept my condolences. So sad to hear of one of our

St. Helen's schoolmates taken far too soon. May your memories give you comfort in the coming days.

Message from Mike Bester2020-06-29 15:50:17

Deepest sympathy for Ken's family. He will be missed. Ken was an excellent broomball player and team mate. 

Message from Marybelle Cranston2020-06-29 12:52:19

Extending my sympathy to Kens sisters and brothers and his family of nieces and nephews. Good memories of growing up in the St. Helens community.

Message from Lorene Errington Casemore2020-06-29 11:31:04

Thinking of you all at this difficult time.  I was very saddened to read of Ken's passing.  Always enjoyed our chats over the years.  He will be missed by many.  Hang tight to your memories.

Message from Bob & June Gilchrist2020-06-29 09:05:20

To  all of Ken's family we were shocked to learn of his passing and send our sincere condolences. We all will miss his friendly chat and great personality. He was so interested in his community .Another great person taken too soon.   Bob & June

Message from Carol Seaman2020-06-28 21:15:39

Sincere condolences to my cousins.

Carol Seaman and family

Message from John, MaryJo, Zack and Ben Nelson2020-06-28 18:20:36

Sending our sincerest sympathies to all of Ken's family. We are very sorry for your loss. 
Sincerely,

John, MaryJo. Zack and Ben Nelson

Message from Marlene and Bob Masterson2020-06-28 15:00:53

To Marie ,Murray ,Doug,Linda,Kathy and Dave  and all the family members ,

Our heartfelt condolences to each of you.,keep your memories of Ken close you as he will always be in your thoughts and hearts. We will be thinking of all the family ,so sorry we can't be there to give a hug to each. 
 Sending our love your way Marlene and Bob