Obituary
CULLEN, Kenneth Arthur « Ken »
passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, October 2, 2022 just short of his 73rd birthday. Survived by the love of his life, Susan. Loving father of Rob Cullen and Meg Cullen (Mack). Proud grandfather of 7, Sebby, Kiera, Larry, Alyssa, Isabel, Stephen and Bruce. Predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Helen Cullen and his sister Diane (late Bruce) and their son Stephen. Survived by Stephen’s children. Dearly loved cousins include Mary & Clarence Ware, Donna Rayson, late Kathryn & Jim Managhan, and their families.
Ken was an incredible singer, performing publicly from the age of 6. He was also a keyboardist and guitar player. But his greatest musical passion was sound being done excellently.
After getting his B.Mus.-Performance Voice, at University of Western Ontario, Ken spent much of his adult life in the Oakville and Collingwood areas, returning to Es County after his children were grown. He was overjoyed at being able to reconnect with many of the musicians he had performed with since his youth and delighted in making many new musical friendships. Ken loved and he was loved.
In 2004 Ken landed at New Song Church in Windsor, and was blessed to find healing in his heart, in his fellowship with Pastor Kevin. He found a new sense of fulfilment in many building and sound projects there over the years, including a current sound project.
When Ken relocated to Leamington, he took great pleasure in living near his childhood home, in what had been the cornfield where he and his best friend and performance partner, Dennis Knight,(The Sunshine Boys), played in as children. Despite his allergies, Ken’s life revolved around his herd of fur-babies. Ken’s home enabled him to have what he called « The Zoo. » He loved to sign off as Cat Man Cullen, much to the chagrin of his beloved dog and birthday buddy, Gershwin.
We can only imagine the incredible music that Heaven is experiencing as he is reunited with so many beloved band-mates. What a thrill to sing praises to God, without hums, buzzes, or bad cables to contend with!
In following Ken’s wishes, cremation will take place, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. If desired, memorial donations may be made to New Song Church by contacting Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Family and friends may share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
October 2 2022
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Kenneth Arthur Ken Cullen October 2 2022..
Décès pour la Ville:Leamington, Province: Ontario