It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Vernon Moffett on January 19th, 2022 with his devoted family by his side. Ken is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Pat, daughter Tracy (Mark), son John (Jamie), granddaughter’s Carsen and Sophia, grandson Ty, sister Janet (Andre) Arnould, sister-in-law
Donella Easter, brother-in-law
Gerry Chiulli and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Ken was predeceased by his father John Moffett, his mother Nora Moffett, father-in-law Dave Chiulli, mother-in-law Eva Chiulli, sister Jackie Inglis, brother-in-law Bill Inglis, brother-in-law Raymond Chiulli, brother-in-law Barry Easter, and nephew Billy Inglis.
Ken was born on May 9, 1941, in Vancouver, B.C. He spent his youth in Hedley, B.C. Nelson, B.C. and Uranium City, NWT. When Ken was 20 years old he moved to Fort St. John, B.C. to play hockey for the Flyers. Ken was a fast skating forward and was known to be a tough opponent. It was here he met the love of his life Pat Chiulli. They were married on July 3, 1965. The newlyweds moved to Kamloops where Pat was a teacher and Ken worked in construction. He coached several minor hockey and baseball teams over the next few years. Pat and Ken settled in Westsyde where they lived for the next 56 years and raised their two children Tracy and John.
In 1968 Ken built his first house on Pine Springs Road. This started his company K&P Construction which is still active today. He had a long-lasting and well-respected building career which included building many homes and developments in Kamloops and area. Ken was honoured with a Lifetime Community Builder award by the City of Kamloops in 2014 for his visionary contribution to the housing industry. He was always very proud to look up at the lights of Kamloops and know he had a hand in building many of those homes.
Ken lived an active and interesting life. He enjoyed many outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and hiking the hills around Kamloops. He kept his passion for hockey alive and played men’s league hockey and later for the Kamloops Old Timer Chiefs. Golfing also held a special place in his heart and he perfected his own unique golf swing. His favourite vacation spots were Hawaii, Palm Springs and the cherished family property on Kamloops Lake.
Ken was a proud husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and cousin. His family was everything to him and he will forever be missed.
Special thanks to Dr. Chip Bantock and the doctors and nurses who lovingly cared for him on 6 North at Royal Inland Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the RIH Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
A prayer service will be held at 7pm on January 28th, 2022 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church and the funeral service will take place at 11am on January 29th, 2022 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church located at 2826 Bank Road, Kamloops B.C. with interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.
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Condolences to the family. Sending love to hurting hearts. May the memories bring some comfort to hurting hearts <3
Our collective hearts are broken, Uncle Ken always seemed larger than life, adventurous, and a bit of a rebel, he had an enormous heart. His pride and joy were his family, his wife his children and grandchildren. He could walk a piece of land and imagine and develop a vision for a community. Our deepest condolences to our Auntie and cousins.
Much Love The Arnoulds
We are saddened by the loss of your loved one.
You are in our thoughts, sending love and hugs.
It’s been an honor and pleasure working with Ken and Pat over the years. The Lampost staff will miss you.
Dear Pat and family – our sincere condolences. We know there is one huge skating rink up there with lots of guys to play with.
Your hearts are broken and sad. Be comforted by the knowledge that he is Home.
Gentle hug to all.
My deepest sympathy to Pat and your family.
So sorry for your loss Pat. My prayers are with you and your family.
We are so sad to hear about Ken’s passing. Even more so that we cannot be there to celebrate his big life. We have great memories of shared times big in our hearts.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Pat, John & Jamie, Tracy & Mark, Carsen, Sofia and Ty, and Donella. Hug and support each other, but know that we are here too, with love and a helping hand offered in friendship.
Much love, Julian and Pat
Condolences to Pat and family. Ken loved his family deeply and I know he will be missed. RIP my friend. Chris Manson