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Ken Hincks

Ken Hincks

July 26, 2019

Ken Hincks
Kenneth Clifford Hincks, of Mount Forest, passed away at Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Friday, July 26th, 2019 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Merle Hincks (nee Ellis) for 63 years. Loving father of Betty Lou Kirkpatrick and her husband Allen of Newmarket, Heather Scott and her husband Jim of Brooklin, Paul Hincks and his wife Cheryl, and Peter Hincks and his wife Shelley, all of Mount Forest. Cherished grandfather of Kristy Canellos and her husband Tom, Allison Skillen and her husband Brent, Jamie Hincks and his wife Krystal, Adam Hincks and his partner Callee Rice, Ashlee Hincks and her partner Mitch Howells, Amanda Hincks and her partner Adam Kalbfleisch, and Brandon Scott and his partner Brianna Capone. Missed by his great-grandchildren Reed Hincks, and Claire Skillen. Treasured brother of Betty Baetz of Kingston, Shirley Meads of North Bay, and Glen Hincks and his wife Angela of Markham. Dear brother-in-law of Preciosa Hincks of Oshawa, and George Ellis of Hanover. Fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, and wonderful friends and neighbours. Predeceased by his parents Andrew and Florence Hincks, by his brothers Eric Hincks and his wife Violet, and Elvin Hincks, and by his in-laws, Rev. Trevor Baetz, Wally Meads, Gladys Ellis, Margaret and Alvin Adams, and Irvine and Ina Doyle. Friends may call at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Saturday, August 3rd from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m., where members of the Mount Forest Lions Club will hold a memorial service at 1:30 p.m.  A funeral service celebrating Ken’s life will be held at Mount Forest United Church, 175 Queen Street East, Mount Forest, on Sunday, August 4th at 2:30 p.m.  A private family interment will be held at the Mount Forest Cemetery.  As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Mount Forest United Church or Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

 

Condolences

Ken was always up for a visit and my Dad certainly enjoyed his company, during Barbershopper and United Church events as well as many times just chewing the fat! My personal memory of Ken will be of him racing around the Basket factory (in the old plant during my 3 years of summer employment) heading back into the office, clearly on a mission but always with enough time to nod and say a quick Hello! Many a summer, he would show up at our farm with a station wagon full of overripe peaches from Leamington in the early evening setting my mom and me into peach canning mode! My condolences to the entire Hincks' Family.

— Ruth (Mather) Halford, August 27, 2019

We send our thoughts and condolences to all the family. Regards from Aletha and Bob McArthur

— Aletha and Bob McArthur, August 5, 2019

Betty Lou and Allen Our deepest sympathies go out to you.

— Barry & Thelma Rawn, August 5, 2019

Ashlee and Mitch, deepest sympathies in the loss of your Grandpa, our condolences to the Hincks family as well. So sorry for your loss.

— Susan Rawn and Steve Canning, August 4, 2019

Donation made to the Mount Forest United Church in memory of Uncle Ken. The Doyle children, Deanna, Bart, Lucinda, Lori, Scott and families have fond memories of the times shared with Uncle Ken. Whether it was time spent working at Wellington Wood Products or visiting him in Mount Forest, Uncle Ken always made a point of connecting with each and everyone of us. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences go out to Aunt Merle and the entire family.

— The Doyle\'s & families, August 4, 2019

My sincere and deepest sympathy to Aunt Merle and the entire Hincks family in the loss of Uncle Ken. I have very fond memories of Uncle Ken from my childhood. Karin

— Karin Hincks, August 3, 2019

My sincere condolences to Merle and the entire Hincks family on the loss of Ken. Neither time nor distance can erase the good memories of good people. God bless. Carolyn Hincks

— Carolyn Hincks, August 2, 2019

Sincere sympathy to Merle and all the families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

— John & Janet Moore, August 2, 2019

Our deepest sympathy go out to Merle and family, as well to Ken’s sisters and brother. Ken was the Patriarch of the Hincks clan, the glue that held the past generations, with the present and future generation. Always in attendance at the reunions. He was an entrepreneur taking chances and doing the best, putting WWP on the map. Ken was a friend and listener. He thrived on being friendly and interested in you and your family. His 2 uncles, Alf and Cliff, always looked forward to his calls to accompany him to Niagara or Leamington -many stories and memories were shared. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts and prayers go with you as you rest in peace. Thanks for being there for us all. Sincerely Judy and Keith

— Judy and Keith Hincks, August 1, 2019

Sincere sympathy to Merle and all of Ken's family. We remember Ken's vibrant, thoughtful and outgoing personality and appreciated his wonderful gift for music and his generous support of all the communities he was involved in, including Cedarville, where we were raised. With the sympathy of the family of the late James & Josephine Feairs: Elizabeth & Bill Wallace, Ray Owens, Joan & David Wishnevski (all Vancouver), Eleanor & Robert Mueller (Cambridge), Ruth Feairs (Mount Forest) and the Rev. Jim & Fran Feairs (Peterborough)

— Eleanor Mueller, August 1, 2019

Our deepest sympathies to all of Ken's family. He will be missed by many! I worked as a summer student at the basket factory, owned by Mr. Reid at that time, and Ken was an integral part of the business. He was a great boss then and his leadership of the Company since taking on ownership has been outstanding. Ken always had a keen interest in people and a warm smile. May you take great comfort in your many fond memories of Ken at this difficult time. Sincerely, Patti-Jo McLellan Shaw and Jim Shaw

— PJ McLellan Shaw, August 1, 2019

Very saddened to hear of the loss of Ken. He was a great man and he leaves a great legacy to follow. Ken would always take the time to chat and visit be it at work or out in public. Joan and I would often catch up with him prior to the church service. Our deepest condolences go out to the Hincks Families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

— Ken & Joan Hayward, July 31, 2019

Our deepest condolences to the family of the late Ken Hincks. We at Abe Epp & Family in Niagara on The Lake , had the opportunity to work with Ken as we dealt weekly with our paper products (Wellington Wood). He was always caring and very professional . As it was a family business he always made sure that the product would be ready on time. He was also very involved with his staff, each summer he made sure that his staff received bushels of fresh peaches. His truck would be filled to the top with bushels . Abe Epp and his wife Eleanore would enjoy lunches as he came down to Niagara, He was an incredible business person and also a great person, always asking how the family was. He will be missed by the Epp Family.

— Edith Epp, July 31, 2019

Condolences to the family and friends of Ken Hincks. He was a great friend and a good singer with the Harmonaires. Doug and Carol Harris I would like to be there but physical am unable. Doug

— Doug Harris, July 31, 2019

We were saddened to hear of Ken's passing. As my sister Jane has expressed, Ken was a long time friend of our family - Walter & Margaret Pfeffer. Dad often mentioned Ken in his diaries and he talked about the fun they had when they were together at Wellington Wood Products. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Hinks family as you both mourn his loss, but also celebrate the wonderful life he lived.

— Jerry & Susan Shannon, July 30, 2019

Ken was a faithful and close friend of our family for many years, especially to our parents, Walter & Margaret Pfeffer. We were saddened to learn of his passing and send our sympathies to the entire family. The family business has lost not only a father but also an owner who built the business into a high standard among long time businesses in Mount Forest and throughout Ontario and beyond. The barber shoppers in heaven will certainly be rejoicing to have another strong voice. God be with all of you as you remember Ken.

— Jane Ford, July 30, 2019

Shelley and Peter, Al and I send our deepest sympathies to you and your entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

— Suzanne & Allen Morrison, July 30, 2019

To the Hincks family, So sorry to hear about Ken.He was a very kind and thoughtful person and always took an interest in knowing what was going on in your life. My mom (Aunt Jean) would always look forward to his vists to reminisce and her poinsettia at Christmas time.Take comfort in all your wonderful family memories that you shared.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jane (Elder) & Barry Corby

— JANE CORBY, July 29, 2019

Remembering a favourite cousin for his passion for everything he was involved in .; for his love of music; his sense of humour and the chats we would have when he was delivering barbershop concert tickets. .Sincere sympathy to Merle and all the Hincks family. Maxine Copeland

— Maxine Copeland, July 29, 2019

Deepest sympathy Glenn and Angela. Please extend to the rest of the family.Know you have the prayers and thoughts of many

— Evelyn Carey, July 29, 2019

We are so very sorry to hear this sad news. We have many memories of Ken through Ken & Merle's friendship with my parents, Lloyd and Mary Townsend. My Dad also worked for Ken after he retired from his Feed Mill in Wroxeter. Dad had great respect for Ken and enjoyed working for him. He was a wonderful man. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this difficult time...... Brenda (Townsend) & Ross Werth

— Ross & Brenda Werth, July 29, 2019

We came to Town Jan 1969 to the corner CTC Store on Main St,. Ken was one of the first to welcome us to Town. We have been good friends every since always talking about our Family’s and Business. We so appreciated Ken making the long trip to Picton in June for our Son Marks Funeral. They don’t come any BETTER! We were very sorry to hear of his passing.

— Gary & BJ Campbell, July 28, 2019

So very sorry for your loss. Ken will be missed Hugs to all. Robert, Deb, Rob and Becky

— Deb Harper, July 28, 2019

Our condolences to the whole family. Such a great picture of Ken, (Still Mr. Hincks to me). So many memories, Wellington Wood was my very first job and Ken was just so patient. So many high school kids got their first jobs at Wellington Wood and moved on in the world with great stories and memories of their time there. His smile, his wonderful singing voice and his outgoing personality; he will be missed. Ken had such a vision and with that has left such a legacy, he will not be forgotten.

— Cheryl and Edward Murphy, July 28, 2019

Paul & Cheryl Please accept my sincere condolences to you and the entire Hincks Family.

— Mark Becker, July 28, 2019

I always enjoyed talking to Ken at our Lion's Club meetings and events. He always asked how I was doing and my family. He shared many stories over the years. We will feel his loss for many years at our meetings. We last spoke to him at our June BBQ year end meeting. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time. Bill & Diane Dineen and Family

— Bill Dineen, July 27, 2019

With deepest sympathy to the Hincks family. Ken was a great employer to work for. Clayton & Bernice Ball

— bernice ball, July 27, 2019

My sincere sympathy to the family. I was a former marketing manager at Birmingham Retirement & Ken often sang with the Barbershoppers there. He was a very fine man & will be surely missed by all that knew him. Cherish the wonderful memories that no one can take away.

— Linda Sinclair, July 27, 2019

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294 Main Street South
P.O. Box 38, Mount Forest
Ontario, Canada N0G 2L0
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