Ken Brown
August 14th, 1969 - October 1st, 2017
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Ken Brown at the young age of 48 years. He was an incredible man who touched many lives.
He will be forever remembered by his loving wife; Corinne of 26 years, his two daughters; Cheyenne and Erin Brown, his parents; Chuck and Derrill Brown, his famous Auntie Penny; his father and mother in-law; Bruce and Sharon Allen, his brother and sister in-law; Greg and Carrie Allen along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, friends, co-workers and tradesmen.
Ken was born in Hope, B.C., an only son to Chuck and Derrill Brown. He went to school in many towns before settling and going to high school in Vernon.
Ken later moved to Vancouver where he met his wife Corinne. This was also where he started his Lineman Apprenticeship and career at BC Hydro. As soon as he finished his Apprenticeship they moved to Golden, B.C. His two beautiful daughters Cheyenne and Erin were born in Golden. They meant the world to him. He would do anything to make sure they felt loved and protected.
Ken volunteered as a Lieutenant for the Golden Fire Dept. This was a job that he thrived at. Fire fighting always had a special place in his heart.
Ken said Vernon was the best place to live in B.C. and moved his family back and started his career as a Transmission Lineman with BC Hydro. His dedication for his trade and for the people he worked with were evident in everything he did. He worked for BC Hydro for 26 years.
Ken loved to help people. He did this in random acts of kindness performed every day.
He was a huge presence in any room he was in and loved to have fun. His sense of humour and compassion will be deeply missed.
Ken was a 25 year member of DeWOLF Lodge No. 78 A.F. & A.M. of B.C. and Yukon.
As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Ken to the Vernon Youth Triathlon Society, 517 Mt. Fosthall Place, Vernon, B.C. V1B 2W2 or to Okanagan Para Swimming - www.renateterpstra.com
Cremation preceded a Celebration of Ken's Life which will be held at Vernon Lodge & Conference Centre (3914 32nd Street, Vernon, B.C.) Saturday, November 4th, 2017 from 1:00 - 4:00 P.M.
Cremation arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605 27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 (250) 542-1187.