Kenneth Harold Livingstone
Peacefully, with family by his side, Kenneth Harold Livingstone went to be with his Lord and Saviour on January 9, 2026, in his 82nd year, at Dearness Home in London, Ontario.
Ken is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 56 years, Wendy (née Smith). Father to David (Cindy) Livingstone and Alicia (Charlie) Martens, and proud grandfather (“Papa”) to Heather, Graham (Olivia), and Esther Livingstone, and Alex (Jayde), Ben, and Nate Martens. He is also survived by his dear brother and sister-in-law, Jim and Bonnie Livingstone and family. Ken was predeceased by his parents, Harold and Beatrice (Burroughs) Livingstone.
Born in Chatham, Ontario, and raised in London, Ontario, Ken began working in the mailroom at 3M Canada after graduating from high school. Shortly after he joined the advertising department as a photographer, turning his passion for photography into a lifelong career. Following his retirement from 3M, Ken operated his own photography business and later worked for several small companies before retiring fully due to Alzheimer’s disease.
Ken’s six grandchildren were the light of his life and, as he often said, what kept him and Wendy young. Together, they spent countless hours investing in the lives of their grandchildren. Whether playing hockey and sharing adventures on the farm with three of his grandsons, or taking regular road trips to visit his other three grandchildren in Windsor or at their cottage, these moments became some of his most cherished memories.
Ken loved to laugh and joke and will always be remembered for his warm smile and sense of humour, as well as for his genuine willingness to lend a hand to anyone in need. Always willing to help a neighbour, he could often be seen after a winter storm going from laneway to laneway around the neighbourhood with his snowblower, clearing out snow.
A devoted man of faith, Ken lived out his beliefs through a lifelong commitment to serving others. He had a special gift for befriending and supporting the lonely, the elderly, and newcomers to Canada, often welcoming them into his home for meals and holidays, offering transportation, or helping in any way he could. Deeply involved in his church community, Ken volunteered in various capacities, including church leadership, boys’ and girls’ clubs, camping trips, and outreach through Men’s Mission London and Ark Aid Street Mission. For over 25 years, he also faithfully helped run church services at McCormick Home Long-term Care alongside his wife and dear friends Jack and Flo.
Ken’s compassion, generosity, and humble service left a lasting impact on all who knew him.
Wendy would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff at Dearness Home for their compassionate care and support over the past four and a half years of Ken’s Alzheimer’s journey.
In keeping with Ken’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and a private family celebration of life will be held at a later date. Those wishing to honour Ken’s memory are invited to consider a donation to Mission Services London or the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.
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