Date of Birth: December 3, 1946
Date of Death: April 18, 2026
Ken “Kenny” Atkinson, 79, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026 in Calgary, AB. He was 79 years of age.
Ken was born on Dec. 3, 1946, in Prince Albert to Howard and Helen (nee Johnson) Atkinson.
Ken lived a full and vibrant life that took him through Yorkton, Peace River, Edmonton, and ultimately Calgary. Along the way, he built not only a successful career as a salesman, but a reputation as someone who could connect with anyone—always ready with a story, a laugh, or a perfectly timed sarcastic remark.
Ken was a devoted husband to his wife Barb and a proud father to his daughters, Lana (husband Mike) and Rhyna (husband Lance). He was a loving grandfather to Kyle, Quinton, Mackenzie and Jaxon, who brought him immense joy and pride. As well as a few family additions Serena (Kyles wife), Andreas (Mackenzie’s Fiance), and Sarah (Jaxon’s girlfriend).
Deeply rooted in his community, Ken was an active member of the Kinsmen Club and the K40s, and was honoured as Citizen of the Year in Yorkton – recognition of the lasting impact he made on those around him.
Ken had a passion for sports and simple pleasures. He was a devoted fan of the Blue Jays and rarely missed a chance to watch a game. He loved golf – whether watching it or out on the course himself – and especially cherished time spent golfing with his beloved wife Barb. Ken accomplished a hole in on one of the “Old Timers” golf trips. In his younger years, he also enjoyed time on the ice as a goaltender.
Known for his kindness, humour, wit, and unmistakable sarcasm, Ken had a way of making people feel welcome and leaving them smiling. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him.
A visitation for relatives and friends was held on Thursday, April 2 and funeral services were held on Friday, April 24 , 2026 both from the Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Crystal Bailey, Certified Celebrant officiating. Organist, Shani Apland accompanied Ken’s sisters, Shawna Atkinson, Deb Baker and Faye Gelinas in the singing of the hymn ‘In The Garden’. Tributes and words of remembrance were given by Ken’s sisters, his brother
Randy Atkinson, George Flunder, Ken Pilon and Barry Sharpe. Interment followed in the family plot in the Garden of St. Mark in Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Lance Coleman serving as the urnbearer. Honourary Bearers were members of the Yorkton Kinsmen K40 and the Old Time Terriers. Memorial donations can be made to the Yorkton Kinsmen Club or to the Telemiracle Foundation as gifts of remembrance. Condolences can be sent to the family on ken’s tribute page at baileysfuneralhome.com
Arrangements were entrusted to Bailey’s Funeral and Cremation Care.
