Shelstad, Kenneth ‘Ken’
November 12th, 2021
Peacefully passed away on Friday, November 12, 2021, at Chelsey Park LTC Home, London. Predeceased by his wife, Muriel in 2019. Father of Stephen Shelstad (Susan), Karen Shelstad (Brian), and Megan Shelstad (Sean). Predeceased by his daughter, Sandra Towler and her husband, David. Grandfather of Naomi Shelstad and Samuel Shelstad (Katie). Great-grandfather of Benjamin Prevost and Archibald Shelstad. Brother of Doreen. Also predeceased by his sister, Gloria and brother, Douglas. Ken had a long and distinguished career as a chemical engineering professor at Dalhousie, McGill, and Western universities. He was also an avid outdoorsman and fisherman, especially at the cottage near Honey Harbour. His sense of humour was legendary. There will be a private family service at a later date. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Ken are asked to consider the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society London and Middle.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Shelstad Kenneth ‘Ken’ November 12th 2021..
Death notice for the town of: London, Province: Ontario