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Sue Craig on 18 May, 2016 at 6:48pm

Dear Nicky and family,
My sincere condolences on your loss. I know there are no words to ease your pain; I hope you are surrounded by supportive friends and family. Thinking of you, kind regards, Sue

Debby,Hung, Alex & Rebecca Yang on 11 May, 2016 at 8:24pm

To Nikki. Laurie & Dan
Very saddened to hear of your loss.
Ken was one of this world's true gentlemen.
Sending you strength and love throughout this difficult time.
The Yangs xxx

Megan Ruse on 11 May, 2016 at 8:00am

My sincere condolences to Nikki and the family.
Take care.

Sharon Francis on 10 May, 2016 at 7:00pm

My lovely Nicky,Laurie & Dan
"Success is not counted by how high you have climbed but by how many people you brought with you"
( Will Rose)
Thanks Ken
Sorry I wasn't there today, my thoughts and love to you.
Sharon and family

Canne Fok on 10 May, 2016 at 12:42pm

Dear Nicky and your family, please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Although no words can really help to ease your loss, may the love of family and the warm embrace of friends strengthen you and comfort you. Please take care of yourselves.

Di Baker on 10 May, 2016 at 10:04am

Nicky, Laurie and Dan,
So sorry to hear the very sad news of Ken's passing. I am thinking of you at this very difficult time. Take care, love Di Baker.

Tammy Phommalysack on 10 May, 2016 at 9:23am

Dear Nicky, Laurie and Dan,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Ken passing.
Thinking of you, the boys and the family.
Kind Regards,
Tammy and Keo

Tom Rosier on 10 May, 2016 at 6:08am

To the Wallis family,

So sad to hear of your lose, I met Ken only a hand full of times but it was clear he was a nice kind and generous man. I got to see him and Danny last summer he seemed cheerful as always. The whole Rosier family was deeply saddened by the news of his passing.

Hope to see you all again soon,

Tom, Matt, Mark and Angie Rosier

Piers Angliss on 10 May, 2016 at 4:02am

Dear Nicky, Laurie & Dan,

So sorry to hear of your loss and sad that I can't be present today to pay my respects to a genuinely lovely guy.

I shall treasure my memories of Ken from the times working together in Bristol, through the weekend I spent in the peace and beauty of the Blue Mountains to the few beers we grabbed last summer. He was a highly talented and professional colleague and a warm and generous friend. The world is a poorer place without him.

Love & best wishes,

Piers

Alice and Hugh Wilkins on 10 May, 2016 at 2:05am

Dear Nicky, Laurie and Dan

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts at this sad time.

Ken was so much part of our university years - a warm, gentle spirit with a twinkle in his eye. We think of him playing badminton, watching him rock climbing on Dartmoor, dancing in Exeter town centre for Rag Week, raft racing. Later in Bristol we were privileged to share with you both as you set up home and Laurie was born before you made the big move to Australia.

We were fortunate to catch up with Ken last summer and meet Dan.
Ken will always be in our hearts remembered with deep affection

with our love, prayers and hugs
Alice and Hugh xx

Karen Wynn-Jones on 9 May, 2016 at 10:37pm

Dear Nicky, Laurie and Dan

We are so sad to hear of Ken's passing. We will miss Ken's sense of humour and his warm and gentle nature. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Love Karen, Craig, Hayley and Becky

Bob Prior & Julie Munro on 9 May, 2016 at 7:51pm

To Dear Nicky, Laurie and Danny,

We will always remember Ken for his devotion to family, sense of humour and wise insight.

Ken was an exemplary role model with a strong sense of fun, justice and courage. He served as a role model for many and we are all truly better for this.

Ken was a gift to all of us and a blessing while on this earth. His spirit shall always be with us.

Warm regards,

Bob & Julie

Rohini Patil on 9 May, 2016 at 1:25pm

Dear Nicky
I was deeply saddened to hear your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Love
Rohini

Linda Brown on 9 May, 2016 at 12:18pm

Oh Nicky, I'm so sorry you have to go through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time.
All my love,
Linda & family
xoxo

Paul Daley on 9 May, 2016 at 11:11am

To Nicola and family,

I was very saddened to hear through the Club of Ken's passing . It came as a shock to me. I remember him well font few walks we did together and I found him to be an intelligent and cultured man.

I am thinking of you and regretting that I am unable to come tomorrow.

Warm regards,

Paul

Jian Bian & Celia Zhao on 9 May, 2016 at 9:59am

Dear Nicky,
Very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Nicky, and Laurie & Dan during this very difficult time. Please take care.
Love, Jian & Celia

Phil and Jan Foster on 9 May, 2016 at 8:11am

To Nicky and Family,
We were saddened by your loss and will miss Ken's happy face out in the bush.
Each SOUL leaves
a legacy of love...
each memory a bridge
to comfort and connect
one heart to another
FOREVER

So sorry we cant' be with you tomorrow, but our thoughts will be,
Jan and Phil

Linda Reinhardt on 9 May, 2016 at 7:32am

So sorry Nicky, you are in my thoughts and prayers

Mark Lee on 9 May, 2016 at 6:59am

I first met Ken when we climbed together in Devon. One evening a few days later, at the University Badminton Club, he pointed out to me the girl who'd caught his eye earlier in the week. In time he went on to become President of the University Climbing Club - and he married the girl.
Still friends over 30 years later and half way around the world - I'm going to miss you Ken. Thanks for the good times - I can still hear you laughing.
My thoughts are with Nicky ('The Girl'), and with Laurie & Dan, & I'll be with you all, in spirit, down by the Lagoon on Tuesday.
Much Love,
Mark

Stephen and Sarah Grainge on 9 May, 2016 at 4:57am

Ken at a Thai meal in 2013

Sarah and Stephen Grainge on 9 May, 2016 at 4:56am

Ken and Nicky and the Exeter crowd in 2013

Stephen and Sarah Grainge on 9 May, 2016 at 4:54am

Dear Nicky, Laurie and Dan,
We are so very sorry for your loss and are thinking of you all the time.
For both of us Ken was integral to the happy times we spent as young people at Exeter all those years ago. You were both also so hospitable when I came to visit you in Sydney in the 90s. I have attached some photos of Ken from happy times for the memory timeline. The first rather grainy one is of the housemates in the Exeter University raft race in I think summer 1983. The other two are of the Exeter team from when we had the summer party in 2013 at our house in Kent. The final is a nice photo of Ken at Martin’s house last summer.
We have very happy memories of Ken from last summer and are so pleased to have seen him and Dan on their visit.
All our love

Sarah and Stephen XXXX

Tracy Powell on 8 May, 2016 at 11:01pm

Nicky, I was so sad to hear this tragic news, I have fond memories of walks with you both and only think of Ken smiling and jolly and interesting. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Philippa Kindon on 8 May, 2016 at 9:45am

Generous in spirit, kind of heart and one of life's genuine good-guys. It is a privilege to have been able to call Ken a friend. Nicky, Dan and Laurie our hearts go out to you. Ken was a very special person who will be deeply missed. All our love, Philippa, Christopher, Samuel and Edward

Rosemary and Vince Hayward on 7 May, 2016 at 6:42pm

We were so very sad to hear the news. Ken was one of the most genuine, sensitive, caring and gentle men that we have had the privilege of knowing. Always trying to find the positive in any situation. We shall treasure the happy memories we have of time spent with you all in England, Wales and Australia.
Nicky, Dan, Laurie, be gentle with each other and hug each other lots. Our love to you all. Rosemary & Vince xxx

Maree and Wayne Charlier on 7 May, 2016 at 2:44pm

Dearest Nicky, Laurie and Danny,
Cannot tell you of the pain we feel within our hearts when hearing of this most tragic news. What a dreadful shock. Ken was a loving, beautiful gentleman and that is how he will remain forever in our hearts. You both were so kind to our Jordan as well as ourselves and it didn't matter how often Jordan went over to your place you made him so very welcome. We remember Ken taking Jordan kayaking more than once and was included in many of your family activities. We are thankful for the pleasure of knowing Ken. Oh how we cry with you Nicky, your grief is also ours. Thoughts and so much love will be with you especially on Tuesday. Farewell Ken, you have left a lasting, loving legacy through the family that you have left behind. So much love, Maree, Wayne, Jordan, Rebekah & Adam Charlier.

Ping Li on 7 May, 2016 at 8:31am

Deeply saddened by Ken's passing. Though I have only met Ken twice, his gentleness and kindness was such that he felt like a friend and family. He will be missed as such. My thoughts are with you, Nicky, and Laurie and Dan.

John Vercoe, CEO Paperless Warehousing on 6 May, 2016 at 4:09pm

Our whole Company is saddened by Ken’s passing. He was a much respected part of the Paperless Warehousing team and was unique with many of his talents. He was very thoughtful, resourceful and thought provoking and could envisage the whole and not just the part. He would write a reply to a question that not only answered the question but raised other aspects that should be considered as well. These were known as Ken’s epistles. His presence will be greatly missed but his legacy will always remain as part of our Company. Thanks Ken.

Anthony Corrente on 6 May, 2016 at 4:01pm

Our deepest sympathies goes to you, Laurie and Dan, and family. We're shocked at the news, so sad to hear. Take care, Anthony, Claude, Stefanie and Marc.

Jan O'Neill on 6 May, 2016 at 1:43pm

So sorry for your loss Nicky. My condolences to you and your sons.

Anya Smeaton on 6 May, 2016 at 12:03pm

So very sorry, Nicky - you are in my thoughts

Sue Oram on 6 May, 2016 at 11:20am

I am so saddened to hear of Ken's passing. Love and strength to you Nicky and the boys at this very difficult time.

Sue McArdle on 6 May, 2016 at 10:39am

My sincere condolences to you Nicky, Laurie and Dan. Ken was such a lovely man. Look after each other. Love from Sue

Deb Harvey on 6 May, 2016 at 10:11am

Thinking of you and your sons at this very difficult time. Hold tight to all the wonderful memories you have - of young love, of babies you shared and the young men they have become, and of the special "just the two of us" times. Even memories of the hard times are precious, as they will remind you of what you accomplished in adversity. Be gentle with yourself and stay safe and protected by all the love that is flowing out to you from family and friends.

Juan Vasquez on 6 May, 2016 at 9:25am

Condolences to Nicki and boys.
Kenny was a true gentleman and a funny guy...his voice and eyes always had an extra zing when he talked about his family ( seemed to like cricket a bit too ). He will be missed by all who knew him.

Merryn, Selena, Angela, Helen and Neil on 5 May, 2016 at 7:24pm

Vale Ken... a true gentleman. We were privileged to have known you and thank you for your friendship and humour. You will be deeply missed.

Paul Aslin on 5 May, 2016 at 4:55pm

Ken was inspirational. A generous and gentle person whose enthusiasm was infectious. We shared three wonderful years at Exeter University and shared a house for two years. My fond memories of Ken will always be of him leading me up the sea cliffs and crags of Devon. Thank you Ken for all you have given to me and to others. You will be sadly missed.

Ros Cook (Carter) on 5 May, 2016 at 7:37am

Ken was a joy to know. A kind, funny and clever man with an adventurous spirit who embraced the world with such enthusiasm. It is so hard to believe he is gone much too early. Sending love and strength to Nicky, Laurie and Dan.

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