Kenneth Charles Hudgeon
February 20th, 2017
HUDGEON, Kenneth Charles
December 29, 1937- February 20, 2017
Ken Hudgeon of Drumheller, AB, passed away after a brief illness on Monday, February 20, 2017, surrounded by family.
Ken is remembered by his loving wife of 59 years, Anne; sons, Alfred (Maureen), David (Dena) and Kenny (Nancy); daughter, Tammy (Ode); grandchildren, Blair (Janine), Dylan (Krystal), Kyle (Tessa), Tyler, Adrian, Katelyn (Dustin), Courtney (Vance); great grandson, Benson; brothers, Bob (Norlene) and Don; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Ken was born in Drumheller and grew up on the family farm at Delia. After high school, Ken left the farm and joined Canadian Utilities/Alberta Power as a lineman and serviceman. He plied his trade for twenty years, spending time in Oyen and Coronation before returning to Drumheller. In 1977, he left Alberta Power to start his own company, Hudgeon Power Systems, which he led until 2009 when he retired and handed the reins to his eldest son, Alfred.
Ken was also a successful competitive stock car racer for many years. He built and raced cars around western Canada with his friends Pete Benson and Dick Smeal. At the time, he was offered an opportunity to pursue his racing career in the United States, but instead chose family and adventures in the Drumheller valley.
In retirement, Ken continued to pursue his passion for cars and could typically be found working on his latest project in his Munson shop or having coffee with his friends at Joe DeMott’s shop. Ken and Anne also enjoyed quading, camping and spending time at their house on Gabriola Island, BC.
A Celebration of Ken’s Life will be held on Friday, March 10, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Knox United Church, 195 - 3rd Avenue E, Drumheller, AB. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ken’s memory to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation of AB, #100, 119 – 14 Street NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 1Z6.Messages:
Dear Tammy, Ode. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lonny & Janet
Our sympathy to you and all the Hudgeon families. We have many memories of our school years with Ken and his brothers. There are many stories but my brother Dennis remembers when Ken was janitor at Newport School. We all attended Surprise School for a few years too. He was always kind and everyone liked him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Extending our sincere condolences at this difficult time to you, Anne and your family;Please know that you are not alone in remembering a truly wonderful person who mean't so much to so many.Our sons, Noel & Aaron spoke of Ken and what a true lineman he really was. He taught them well.They feel blessed to have shared that time working with Ken for( Hudgeon Power Systems) in the early nineties.We always enjoyed our visits with you folks, the last of which was the Delia Homecoming. We are so sorry but due to previous comittments we are all unable to share in "Ken's Celebration of Life."Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
My sincere sympathy to you Anne and your family at this sad time. I remember a happy, much in love couple in our early Dorm. Days. I hope all your memories will help you and your family through this difficult time. My love and thoughts are with you Anne.
Very sorry to learn of Ken's passing. Extending our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies to Anne and family at this difficult and sentimental time.
Anne and Family, We were deeply saddened to hear of Ken's passing. A true gentleman and so good at whatever he chose to do. He will truly be missed! Ken's family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sad to read of Ken's passing. My thoughts are with you, Anne. With Deepest Sympathy, Donna.
Anne Much water has passed under the bridge since those days in "The Dorm" in Drumheller. I've thought of you two often over the years. I am saddened to hear about Ken; my best to you and your family. John
Please accept our condolences Anne. Remembering all the great times we had camping and ATV riding out west and our visits with you out here and back home.
Dear Anne & family, Always remember to forget the things that made you sad, but never forget the things that made you glad. Thinking of all of you at this time of sadness. In our thoughts & prayers, Fred & Gerri
Ann & family Our deepest sympathy to you & all the Hudgeon family. I first met Ken when I joined Canadian Utilites in May of 1956 & I marvelled at his skill as a lineman. To know Ken was to know a gentleman & his friendly nature. It was with great pride to have known him. Thanks Kenny for phoning us & letting us know. It was a shock & sadness to the point of tears. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Ken was a true friend and comrade. We spent many happy times together. He will be sadly missed but never but never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family. Dick and Roberta
Sincere condolences anne..Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Meeting you and Ken a few years ago brings back fond memories..Ken was a true gentleman who will be sadly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him..........bruce & Katie.
Anne I am very sad to hear about Ken. My thoughts are with you and your families I think of Ken's smile and the look of mischief he had, when discussing his latest project, my Dad would come home with a smile and some fun stories after meeting Ken in his travels Thinking of you and "the kids" at this sad time Jenine Warkentin