Kenneth (Ken) Ellsworth Prince
Posted By Egan Funeral Home On May 2, 2024 @ 7:10 pm In Bolton Area,Obituaries | 11 Comments
Passed away suddenly in his 83rd year on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital. Ken is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Doreen (Horan); sisters Lois Wells (David), Sharon Prince, and Brenda Gordon (Butch); and brother Rick (Kathy). Predeceased by his loving parents, Dorothy and Wilfred; sister Joan Chapman (Nick); and brothers Ed (Marg) and Wayne (Phyllis). A much-loved husband, son, brother, uncle and friend, Ken was a fabulous storyteller known for his quick wit, award winning gardens, a passion for golf, and above all else, the love of family and friends. Ken loved people, and they loved him back. Born in Palgrave, Ontario, as part of a large and exceptionally close family, Ken grew up in Tottenham, and continued his early years in Malton. Over the years Ken loved time spent at his trailer at Musselman Lake, the Weston Golf and Country Club, morning coffees with old friends at McDonalds, and travelling with family and friends including many great memories made in Florida with sister Lois and brother-in-law David. Ken was a noted men’s hairstylist as a partner in Vic’s Men’s Hairstyling on the Queensway for over 50 years. He continued to serve hundreds of customers and friends from his home studio after the business was sold. Many first and last cuts were a part of Ken’s career, and he was always available to visit the homes, hospital rooms and retirement residences of his customers when they were unable to visit him. After retiring from the hairstyling business, Ken went on to work with Doreen in her business, Texcom Shipping, where he made lifelong friends of employees and customers alike. Ken and Doreen finally both retired to their home in Wasaga Beach. Ken will be remembered for his kindness and fierce loyalty to his family and to his large group of friends.
Family and friends will be received at Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street South, Bolton (905-857-2213) on Tuesday, May 7th from 5 – 8 o’clock. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday morning, May 8 at 11 o’clock. Following the service all are invited to a reception at the funeral home to celebrate Ken’s life. Interment to take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ken’s memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Condolences for the family of “Kenneth (Ken) Ellsworth Prince”
DB and Vernie Pillay
Our sincere condolences to Doreen and the Prince family. Ken will be sorely missed, such a kind loving man. I am sure you must be dancing with the angels with your great sense of humour.
Rest in peace Ken
I was so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. I remember he & Doreen so well at Weston G.C.C. & especially at our fun Thurs. evenings with the Mullets group that Ken ran so well. As a former Weston member now living in Peterborough I was saddened by the news; but it sparked so many fun memories of those years. Doreen, I know what it is to lose someone so precious as I lost Marie 5 years ago. So Ken, hit’em straight up there. Heaven has no hazards or penalty areas.
Sincerely Don Lawrence
My deepest consdolences to Doreen and the family. I am so sad to hear of the passing of such a wonderful man. Ken was such a kind and generour person, a true gentleman. We had great times together playing golf, having dinner and on our trip to Mexico. I will always cherish those memories. Doreen, my beautiful friend, I am so sorry for your loss but know that I am there whenever you need me. Ken, you will me missed but will be in our hearts forever. With love always, Josee
I am very sorry to hear this sad news. Ken and Doreen were great neighbours in Etobicoke. And I missed them when they moved. Please accept my condolences.
Audrey and I are so sorry for the passing of Ken, we have such fond memories of our time in Orillia campground with our cousins.
We met Ken and Doreen for the first time at Darts on Friday nights. They were such a warm couple and so much fun to talk to . Our heart goes out to Doreen and the family. Ken will be missed by everyone he has touched in his life.
My sincere condolences to Doreen on the passing of Ken. I was a golfing buddy of his at Weston G&CC, and more specifically in running the Mullets every Thursday. He was always a fun guy to play golf with.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Dear Doreen and family, we are so sad that our neighborhood lost a great person. Ken was always so friendly and took the time to stop and talk to us.
We will truly miss him. Rest in Peace Ken.
Love Roger and Linda
Doreen and Ken’s family we are very sorry to see the news of Ken’s passing.
We remember you both fondly from our Oxford Gates neighbourhood.
The social gatherings we attended were always enjoyable w Ken’s outgoing friendly ways .
Please accept our sincere condolences .
Thinking of you ..
Karen and Michael
My sincere condolences to Doreen and family on the passing of Ken . A person with a great sense of humour who was kind and generous.
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So sorry for your loss. It is always so hard to lose a family member suddenly. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.