Kenneth “Ken” Edward Smithers
December 9, 1945 - September 4, 2026
Peacefully at his home on September 4, 2026, Kenneth “Ken” Edward Smithers passed away at the age of 80. Loving husband of Lynda Smithers for 39 years. Devoted father to Alysha Smithers. Dear brother to Tina Schoffer, Lucy England and the late Don Schoffer. Ken will be missed by many other family and friends. Ken adored his cats Kosie and Smokey who comforted him in his last days and remained devoted to him.
Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. For those wishing to make a memorial donation, please consider Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre or a charity of your choice in memory of Ken.
Leave a tribute for Kenneth “Ken” Edward Smithers
Leave a tribute
Make a donation
If you wish to make a donation, please consider one of the charities listed below. You will be taken to the charity's website to process your payment.
Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre
Notify family of your donation
Kindly submit the form below if you wish to notify the family of your donation.
Ken was a man who carried a deep, quiet strength throughout his life. For many years, he navigated life from the sidelines, carrying the burdens placed upon him with immense patience and grace. He was a gentleman who kept the peace, asked for nothing for himself, and endured the heavy constraints. Though his voice was often quieted in life, his existence held deep value. Those who truly understood him will remember him for the gentle, resilient spirit he maintained through it all. He is finally at rest, completely free, and wrapped in a peace he truly deserves. Because no one else has stepped forward to say anything or share a word in his memory, this tribute is written so that his passing does not go unnoticed. He lived, he mattered, and he deserved this. He had passed away with the battle of cancer like so many have.
~ N. Wilson