Obituary of Ken George Zettel

Zettel, Kenneth George On Monday August 21, 2006 at the St. Catharines General Hospital in his 82nd year. Loving husband of his "best gal Sal" Sally (nee White). Caring father of Susan Fraser (Jim) of Wasaga Beach, Michael (Wendy) of Mississauga, Doug (Mary) of Toronto, Mary Ellen Zettel (Scott) of Brampton, and Stephen of St. Catharines. Poppa of Andrew, Erin, Natalie, Megan, Cara, Katie, Michael, Jordan, Matthew, Shelby, Martin and Anna. Predeceased by his sister Jean and brothers Don, Paul and George. Ken was born in Kitchener in 1925 to Edward and Olive. Ken spent many years with B.F. Goodrich, eventually rising to National Sales Manager. He later became owner of Niagara Rubber Supply of St. Catharines, creating thriving business it is today. He was well respected by both customers and employees. Ken's sense of humour was enjoyed by both his golf and curling buddies...Proud to have broken 90 once! Ken loved jazz and big band music, as well as radio comedy and C.B.C. Radio. He was a loyal member of Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church in Port Dalhousie. Special thanks to Dr. Dennis Whitty who never gave up on Ken. Thanks also to Pat and her fellow nurses for all their good care. At Ken's request, cremation has taken place. Arrangements are entrusted to the George Darte Funeral Home, 585 Carlton St. A celebration of Ken's life will be held on Saturday August 26, 2006 at Star of the Sea Church at 11am. A graveside committal will follow the service at St. John's Anglican Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to either the Heart and Stroke Association of Ontario or Star of the Sea Church Building Fund in Ken's honour.