December 5, 2023
In loving memory ~
Family and friends of KENDALL RALPH RERICK, 73, of Penticton, B.C. (until October 28, 2023), regret to inform you that “Ken” passed away in Dawson Creek on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. He is survived by his life’s friend, Alana June Appel, and two daughters April Violet Chruikshanks-Trasy (Darren Chruikshanks) and Laura Shannon Dyck (Alan Dyck) and six grandchildren, Liam Trasy, Ewan Trasy, Maya Trasy and Noah Trasy, Logan Dyck and Nina Dyck, all living in Dawson Creek, B.C. He is also survived by sister Beverley Joan Calvert (Nanaimo, B.C.) and brother Robert John Rerick (Michelle) (Vernon, B.C.), as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Kathryn Rerick, as well as brother Garry Albert Rerick and sister Susan Ethel Mills. Living in the Fraser Valley, Ken acquired a nickname “Herm” (ref. Munsters), putting that 6’5″ physique to use as an outstanding lacrosse player. In Penticton, Ken worked as a community worker at P.D.S.C.L. until early retirement due to Parkinson’s Disease. Usually wearing a bright Hawaiian shirt, Ken proudly doted on and drove his project 1950 Dodge Fargo panel truck, “born in his same birth year”, enjoyed long-distance walking, golfing, bicycling, travelling, camping, and collecting vinyl records and albums, a hobby he shared with his brother Garry and nephew Michael Calvert. A club member, Ken participated in Legion and ANAVETS marches. Ken fought hard but succumbed to heart and Parkinson’s diseases. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Cremation took place at Ken’s request. A Celebration of Life in honour of Ken will be held this summer in Penticton at the beloved cairn provided to Ken by his friends Roy Raeburn and Dale McEwen, in memory of Garry. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Parkinson’s Society, 600 890 Pender St, Vancouver B.C. V6C 9Z9. For additional information go to https://reynars.comObituary-