KNOX, Ken

KEN WILLIAM KNOX September 29, 1953 ~ October 17, 2026 Ken William Knox, a man of character and even greater adventures, passed away on October 17, 2026.
Ken dedicated his professional life to public safety, starting as a paramedic and firefighter in 1979 and eventually serving as Chief Fire Marshal. He made history alongside his loyal dog, Tessa, when they became Canada’s first official arson-detection team.
Ken is survived by his wife of 43 years, Janet (Graham) Knox; his children, Nathan, Melissa and Josh; and his cherished grandchildren, Emma, Chase, Breitling, and Berkley. He also leaves behind his sisters, Sylvia Kudrick, Maxine Reidel, and Shirley Fleming.
Beyond his professional life, Ken was a man of many passions. He was at home in nature, whether he was camping, fly fishing, skiing, or dirt biking in the mountains. He was a skilled craftsman who took great pride in woodworking and renovating and landscaping his heritage home. An avid golfer, cook, and reader, Ken also loved hitting the open road on his Harley-Davidson Firefighter Special.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Services.
Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.