Kenneth MacInnis
Born In: Glace Bay
Passed on: November 6th, 2012
With deep sadness and a profound sense of loss, we regret to announce the sudden passing of our father, grandfather and friend Ken, on November 6, 2012.
He is survived by his five children Ian (Gabriella), Beth, Kimberley (Paul), Genevieve (Shawn) and Christopher (Tanya), as well as two granddaughters, Nicole and Lillian.
Ken was predeceased by his parents Gordon and Lois (McKay) MacInnis of New Waterford, and by his life partner Gail Giles, of Halifax.
Born in Glace Bay and raised in New Waterford, Ken spent his early years in Cape Breton before moving to Halifax to pursue a career in the investment industry. He began his career at Scotia Bonds and worked at various brokerage firms, eventually retiring from Acadian Securities in 1999. Upon his retirement, Ken enjoyed spending as much time as possible pursuing his passion for music. As a lover of music, good people, and good times, Ken could often be found at bluegrass festivals and jam sessions, where he made many friends from near and far away. He was regarded among his peers as a great friend and a wonderful musician, with a big smile and even bigger heart. Ken was always up for playing a tune or two and will be greatly missed around the jam circle. Ken will be remembered for his kindness and generosity which he shared with friends and strangers alike. He was always eager to offer whatever he had; anything from a simple cup of coffee to a sympathetic ear and a shoulder to cry on.
In honor of Ken’s love of music, a celebration of his life will be held on December 2nd at Bearly’s House of Blues in Halifax, starting at 2 p.m. Friends and family are invited to come share stories and music to remember the man we all knew and loved as Dad, Granddad, Ken, Kenny, and Santa.
In the spirit of Ken’s generosity and the upcoming holiday season, memorial donations may be made to Christmas Daddies in lieu of flowers.
Online condolences may be sent to: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com/Halifax
