Date of Birth: August 20, 1940
Date of Death: February 10, 2022
It is with sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle and dear friend, Ken Allan at the age of 81 years.
Survived by his dear lady friend, Ellen Moir, who held his hand until the end; his brothers, Richard Allan and Douglas Allan; his sister, Jean Allan; and step-sister, Lily Hagen. Survived also by numerous nieces and nephews who have all endured his nature walks and teachings. Ken was a teacher until the end.
Ken was born in Calgary. He is predeceased by his mother, Ethel Allan (nee McIntosh); his father, Richard Allan; step-mother, Vina Allan; as well as half-sister, Donna Legacy.
Ken graduated from high school in Whitewood in 1959, then joined a survey crew which he thoroughly enjoyed. He began university in 1962 working summers as a surveyor. When university was completed, Ken joined the Canadian University Students Overseas (CUSO) in 1971. He worked teaching at a secondary school in Jos Nigeria for two years. He then traveled to Japan, Kenya, Pakistan, India, Thailand and Hong Kong.
After being home a few months he returned working with CUSO for three and one half years at an Adult Agricultural College in Nigeria. On his way home he visited England. In 1981 Ken came back and worked a few years at an Agricultual College in Regina. Ken then came back to the Dubuc area and purchased his farm from Roy Bingham.
Ken enjoyed attending the singles dances, especially when Len Gadica was playing. This dance community meant a lot to Ken and his many friends there. He was always a regular at the local coffee rows in Dubuc and Stockholm which provided him with social conversations.
Ken’s presence will be greatly missed by all.
Funeral service was held on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022 at 1 p.m.from the Dubuc Community Hall with Pastor Nancy Brunt Officiating. The Interment followed in the Cotham Cemetery.
Arrangements were by Bailey’s Funeral Home, Melville.
