Obituary of KENNETH MICHAEL MATHERS

Kenneth Michael Mathers

April 23, 1950 – February 10, 2025

With deep sorrow, the family of Ken Mathers announces his passing on

February 10, 2025, at Brantford General Hospital, following complications

from pneumonia.

Ken’s loving memory will be carried in the hearts of his devoted wife, Linda

(née Wood), his children Tammy (Lynn), Michael (Amanda), and his precious

grandchildren, Abby, Carly, Sophie, Natalie, and Liam.

He was predeceased by his parents, Vern and Betty Mathers, his in-laws, Lyle

and Edna Wood, as well as his beloved brother, Roy, and siblings-in-law

Diana (Lorne(d)), Pat, Jack, and Doug. Ken’s legacy of love and laughter lives

on in his surviving siblings—Danny (Jan), Susan, Ruthanne, Ron (Cheryl),

Bruce (Kim(d)), Albert, and Lloyd (Sandra)—and in the arms of his extended

family; in-laws Jim (Deb), Brian, Tom (Candy), Kim and countless cousins,

nieces, nephews, and many cherished friends.

Born in Strathroy, Ken made Waterford his home, where he met the love of his

life, Linda. Together, they built a life filled with love, and laughter, marrying on

September 9, 1972, at Hartford Baptist Church. Their love for family was the

foundation of everything—whether in their years running KLM Trucking, a

family business they were so proud of, or in the quiet moments spent

together, travelling to Pigeon Forge for the Shades of the Past car show.

Ken's passion for the open road, honed through a 43-year career in trucking,

reflected his spirit. But perhaps his greatest joy was his love of classic cars—

he could name every make, model, and year with ease, often delighting…or

tormenting his family with impromptu quizzes on road trips.

Ken was always up for a chat, he enjoyed speaking to any and everyone,

sometimes to his family’s dismay. He wasn’t one to display his emotions, but

his actions spoke volumes. He was a cherished neighbor, always there when

someone needed a hand, offering kindness without hesitation. Though he

kept his emotions close to his heart, his love for those around him was

unwavering and evident in everything he did.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the future, details to follow. In the

meantime, the family has honored Ken with a private cremation. In lieu of

flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada in

his memory.