FOWLER, Kenneth - After a full vibrant life, on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 Ken passed away suddenly at sea at the young age of 90. Loving husband to Maureen. Beloved Dad to David (Dani), Peter, Doug (Robin), Melissa, Donna (Barb), Dan (Sue), Rose, Christopher (Bonnie) and Stephen (Anna). Grandad to many adoring grandchildren and great grandchildren. Uncle to many nieces, nephews and their children. Brother-in-law to Tom (Jennifer), Joan and Marian. Ken is predeceased by his brother Ted and his two sisters Rhene and Edie. Ken left behind a large community of friends, business partners and associates across North America who respected his business acumen, enjoyed his unique sense of humour and his creative vision to make things happen. Ken had a big, compassionate heart that lead him to formally create the Fowler Family Foundation to support organizations seeking to meet unmet needs in Niagara, and also privately reached out to many individuals in need. Starting with a grade 10 education, Ken graduated from the "Skool of Hard Knocks" with an Honourary Doctorate from Brock University. Arrangements are entrusted with the
GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, (905) 937-4444 . Visitation will be held at Southridge Community Church, 201 Glenridge Ave., on Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held at Southridge on Friday, February 24, 2017 at 10 a.m. Burial will take place following the service at Victoria Lawn Cemetery, Queenston St. Memorial donations may be made to the Fowler Family Foundation in Ken's honour. On-Line Guest Book -
www.georgedartefuneralhome.com Ken will be greatly missed.
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Our Sincere Condolences
Posted by Art Ellis (Business Partner) On Saturday, February 25, 2017
The pleasures and great memories I have of a legendary business partner and friend for forty years will be with me for the rest of my life,(quoting Ken "If I die")
Sorry we missed the services, we are sailing in New Zealand. Susan and Art Ellis
Maureen & Family
Posted by Shawn Jestley (Personal friend,Airport Manager) On Saturday, February 25, 2017
I will miss my personal contact with my good friend Ken and our long phone conversations.
Blue Skies and soft landings
Shawn CYCZ
Thinking of Ken and Everyone Today
Posted by Peter Smith (Employee at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort) On Friday, February 24, 2017
From Fairmont Hot Springs Resort I am thinking of Ken and everyone I know connected with him who will be celebrating his life today in St Catherines.
Hope the day is full of fond memories for eveyone.
To the Fowler Family
Posted by Rick Comfort (Former Employee of KFE) On Thursday, February 23, 2017
Patti and my thoughts are with all of you at this time. You all had to share Ken with his businesses and all of us (his employees and business associates)I cannot explain the profound impact that Ken had on my life and on many others. There is not a day that goes by where I don't draw on something I learned from him in the short time I worked for him. He gave many a young person (like myself) the opportunity, the trust, and the confidence that we could make something happen!
Thinking of you.
Posted by Janine Rutherford ((former employee at KFE '96-'01)) On Thursday, February 23, 2017
I have fond memories of working at KFE. It was a pleasure to work for Mr. Fowler and to know his sons (Doug, Peter, David) and my coworkers (Cathy, Dave Mac, and later Rick, Greg, Mike). Ken had more energy than the rest of us combined. Ken and Maureen were always generous with the staff and I remember staff gatherings at their home. My sincere condolences to all in the family for your great loss.
What a Life/Made Everyone Better
Posted by Don Wilson (Friend/Business Associate) On Thursday, February 23, 2017
For some reason never thought this day would come. Over a long career in Niagara and beyond, learned so much from Ken about business, about life and about people and the value of enjoying each day. Thanks for it all..Don Wilson
Maureen & Family
Posted by Bill & Judy Robertson (Business Partner) On Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Posted by Bill & Judy Robertson..
We are saddened by Ken's unexpected passing. We are better having known you and Ken and benefiting from the business opportunities he opened for us. We have our memories of fun times together.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Bill & Judy
Maureen & family
Posted by Pat & Gary Sampson; Lisa & Shawn Souter; Lori & Lou Acsai (Family of Cathy Wise (devoted & Loving employee) On Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Our family would like to express our sincere condolences to you & your family. We never had the pleasure of meeting Ken but felt like we knew him through all the wonderful stories from Cathy. A truly great business man & loving family man with a huge and generous heart. He will be sorely missed by everyone whose lives he touched. May he rest in peace. Another Star in a heaven.
Sincerest condolences
Posted by Rina Burgio (Friend of Joan and Melissa) On Tuesday, February 21, 2017
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I never knew Ken, only heard from Joan and Melissa, what a wonderful man he was .. As I read through some of the condolences I realized how much he was loved and respected by so many. May his love comfort you all.
Thinking of you all
Posted by Joel and Denise Sisson (Grey's son and wife) On Tuesday, February 21, 2017
We were so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Greatly Remembered
Posted by Mitchell Gropper (Legal Advisor) On Tuesday, February 21, 2017
I was honoured to have been a legal advisor to Ken. His energy and indefatigability was infectious. It was an honour to have known him. He will be missed, They broke the mould!
Mitchell Gropper Q.C. Vancouver, BC
So very sorry for your loss
Posted by Doug Buchanan (Friend and former business partner) On Monday, February 20, 2017
Maureen, Peter, Doug, David and family,
My condolences. The world has lost a legend. I am blessed to have been a partner and friend of Ken's for many years.
I will miss him.
So long, Ken.
Posted by Walt & Reta Kardash (Friends) On Sunday, February 19, 2017
Our condolences to Maureen and the family. We were in the A&W Drive-In business with Ken in London Ontario over 50 years ago.
What one does for others remains forever and becomes immortal.
Posted by Jim McTevia (Business associate and friend) On Sunday, February 19, 2017
Ken like myself without a formal education lived for his business and his family he loved so much. Truly, his soul is in the hand of God.
Our sincere condolescences
Posted by Trudy and Gord Lockyer (friends) On Sunday, February 19, 2017
To Chris Fowler and his family and to the rest of the family we feel your loss
and pray that all the best memories carry you during this difficult time.
God bless.
Trudy and Gord
Condolences
Posted by Mario Arghittu and Staff of Picasso's (Friends) On Sunday, February 19, 2017
To Maureen, Steven, and family;
We would like to express our deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Unforunately, I am out of the county for the time being and will not be able to attend the services. Our thoughts are with your family.
Our deepest sympathy
Posted by Richard and Jean Waters (Friends) On Saturday, February 18, 2017
Dear Maureen, Dick and I and Carolyn Crowley are down in St. Maarten. Our daughter in law sent us the article from The St. Catharines Standard about Ken's passing. We want to offer you our sincere condolences. He was a wonderful person,and we were so proud to call him our friend. He and Rose are probably chewing the fat up there. God love them both. We will remember him and you in our prayers. I will call you after we get back home. Dick and Jean Waters
When the going gets tough don't quit
Posted by Paul Ojansivu (friend of Chris,Bonnie & his family) On Saturday, February 18, 2017
Although no words can take away the sorrow that you bare,may it be comforting to know that others care. My condolences to Chris, his family & the others in his family. Ken Fowler left an impression that will be remembered by me & I'm sure by others.He lived his life on his terms.
Deepest Sympathies to the Fowlers
Posted by Jennifer Thompson Johnson (Former Employee) On Saturday, February 18, 2017
We were all so saddened to hear of Ken's passing - so many of our family knew him as a former employer and as a friend. I will never forget all the great times we had a the Taro Christmas Parties!Ken will be remembered fondly and greatly missed!
With sincere sympathies especially to Maureen, Dave, Doug & Peter from all the Thompson Family: Joel, Romayne, Jennifer, Julie and Jamie.
Very sad news
Posted by Joel & Romayne Thompson (Friends) On Saturday, February 18, 2017
So sorry to hear of Ken's passing He was a good man.
We are on vacation in Myrtle Beach so will not be able to attend service. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
With deepest condolences, Joel and Romayne Thompson
Thanks for the Memories
Posted by Dennis Mowrey (Business Associate) On Saturday, February 18, 2017
My condolences to the Fowler Family. I have worked with Ken for several years and we, his friends, at Schneider Downs will miss him.
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