Kenneth McKague

Peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024, Kenneth McKague, formerly of Wingham, passed away at the age of 93 at AgeCare, Kitchener.

 

The beloved husband of Audrey (Gilmour) McKague, most recently of Kitchener, but formerly of Wingham, Ken was the cherished dad of Kevin and Shauni McKague of Kitchener and Kendra and Derek Axford of St. Thomas. He was the loving Poppa of Rebecca and Michael McKague and Brienna, David and Joelle Axford. Ken will be remembered by his brother Robert McKague and many nieces and nephews and their families. 

 

He was predeceased by his parents John and Jessie (Currie) McKague, grandsons Nathaniel and Andrew Axford, sister Jean Leitch and her husband Ken Leitch, sisters-in-law Helen McKague, Marion Campbell and her husband Donald, Marj Smith and Grace Gilmour and brother-in-law G. Mac Smith.

 

On July 19, 1958, Ken united with Audrey in marriage, forging a partnership of 65 years that was as enduring as the soil he tilled. His passion for farming defined his life’s journey. He dedicated decades alongside his father, brother and nephew, cultivating the land they cherished. 

 

In 1997, he transitioned from the farm to town, carrying with him the resilience and work ethic ingrained in him. Setting an example of faith and devotion to duty, Ken served as a Trustee for 41 years and as an Elder for 46 years at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Wingham. 

 

In addition to his love for farming and his God and Saviour Jesus, Ken found joy in the simple things, including caring for his beef cattle and, after retirement, time spent playing cards in Bluevale. Whether it was with a spirited game of cards or friendly conversations and sharing meals and stories with friends and family, Ken enjoyed his time with others. In 2022, Ken and Audrey, while still maintaining cherished roots in Wingham, settled in the Kitchener-Waterloo area, where they could be closer to family for support.

 

Visitation was held at McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham on Tuesday, March 26 and the funeral service was held at the funeral home chapel on Wednesday, March 27. Interment will take place at Wingham Cemetery.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church (General Fund), or the Wingham and District Hospital Foundation (CT Scanner Campaign) would be appreciated.

 

Online condolences available at www.mcburneyfuneralhome.com