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COUTTS: Kenneth “Ken” of Grand Bend, formerly of Mount Forest

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On October 20, 2025 @ 9:34 AM In Exeter,Obituary | 28 Comments

COUTTS: Kenneth “Ken” of Grand Bend, formerly of Mount Forest

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich. Cherished dad of Christie VanBruaene (Mike), Kay Straf (Shane), and Jessica Kinsman (Andrew). Loving grandpa to Robert, Noah, and Emma VanBruaene; Hunter and Lumin Straf; and Naomi and Damon Kinsman. Fondly remembered by his brother-in-law, Kent, and his two nephews, Trevor and Tyler Bresson. Predeceased by his parents, Lorne and Kaye Coutts, and his sister, Karen Bresson.

Ken was known for his social and outgoing personality; there was nowhere he could go without running into someone he knew. He loved being outdoors, especially camping and fishing, which were among his favourite hobbies. You would often catch him out on a drive through the countryside, enjoying the simple pleasures of life.

In Ken’s memory, the family encourages everyone to dress up this Halloween—his favourite holiday.

In keeping with Ken’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at the Grand Bend Legion, 20 Municipal Drive on Sunday, October 26th, from 1 – 5 PM.

The family has asked that you please share a story, a laugh, or a memory of good times shared.

In lieu of flowers, the family would greatly appreciate donations to Blue Water Rest Home in Ken’s memory.


Condolences for the family of “COUTTS: Kenneth “Ken” of Grand Bend, formerly of Mount Forest”

Condolence from Dave on October 20th, 2025 10:18 AM

My condolences to you all. He was a great guy. A well know grand bender. Most of my memories of him would be from the Finnaggins days. Such a great little bar who’s staff made it what it was and he was big part of that. Like the bar his presence will be missed

Condolence from Kent Benson on October 20th, 2025 10:29 AM

Sorry to hear about my childhood friend Ken and in later years still my friend oh what good times we had in Conn and in the same grade in school rest in peace old friend

Condolence from Victor Smith on October 20th, 2025 10:42 AM

My deepest condolences to Ken’s family.
I worked with Ken during the mid80s at Standard Auto Glass.
He will always be remembered as a larger than life friend.

Condolence from Bob Oesch on October 20th, 2025 10:49 AM

So sorry for your loss.

Condolence from Julia and Phil Webster on October 20th, 2025 10:50 AM

Sad for you guys, Kate, Christie and Jess and families. He was sure a character and will be missed. RIP KEN.

Condolence from Keith Hurman on October 20th, 2025 11:20 AM

Many good times with Ken, he always made people smile. Ken will be missed by many. Till we meet again, RIP Ken

Condolence from Ken Oesch on October 20th, 2025 11:52 AM

My Sincere Condolences.
I have known that guy close to 40 years, way too many stories. Although I don’t know any of his family he was very proud of you guys.
RIP Kenny

Condolence from Erich & Cheryl Freiter on October 20th, 2025 11:59 AM

Ken would always travel the lonely stretch of McDonald Line. If I was in the field he would always stop to chat and catch up. If I wasn’t in the fields, he would always leave something of himself along the road…. empty
Coors Banquet cans always in same locations, same part of the day…
He was a fine person and friend…
RIP Ken…

Condolence from Ruth and Rick on October 20th, 2025 12:58 PM

In our hearts forever. We will of course keep going out for your birthday lunch. It is a tradition. You will be missed❤️

Condolence from Blue Water Rest Home on October 20th, 2025 1:09 PM

Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Condolence from Christie & Dale Allen on October 20th, 2025 1:22 PM

Christie, Mike and family:
Sending you our heartfelt condolences at this time. Ken was always eager to chat when we would see each other and always had a smile that lit up the room. Take solace in knowing he is at peace and we can guarantee someone was waiting for him with a beer in his hand.

Condolence from Carol&Dale Small on October 20th, 2025 1:26 PM

Deepest Sympathy to all of Ken’s loved ones. Dale and I have different memories of Ken .Dale’s childhood memories in Conn mine from our schooldays in Mt.Forest. So happy that we connected through Facebook a number of years ago. Ken we’ll miss your posts that kept us chuckling. I know that those that have gone on before you will be so happy to have you with them.

Condolence from Wendy Bedard on October 20th, 2025 1:29 PM

Christie, Mike and all of Ken’s family:
I enjoyed seeing Ken when I visited Aubrey at the Rest Home. He was a pleasure to talk to and thought a lot of my husband for which I greatly appreciated. May God carry you all through the difficult days that follow; you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Dave kew on October 20th, 2025 1:39 PM

Dave Kew; sorry to hear this wish the family well we have a lot of memories I will miss you and your laugh

Condolence from Rob Rau on October 20th, 2025 2:01 PM

So sorry for your loss Christie and family. I will miss seeing your dad travelling down Gulley Line on a regular basis keeping an eye on things.

Condolence from Rick & Beth McGee on October 20th, 2025 2:08 PM

We want to pass on our sincere sympathy to Ken’s family.
We appreciated his protectiveness toward our daughter when she worked in Grand Bend in the past, especially late at night. She was definitely sorrowed when hearing of his passing.
Ken definitely had his share of mishaps in his life. He can now live in peace without pain.

Condolence from Donna Arnold on October 20th, 2025 2:34 PM

RIP Ken. Kay and family, may you find comfort in the memories you made together. My condolences to you all.

Condolence from Sheri Johnson on October 20th, 2025 3:41 PM

My sincere condolences to the Coutts family … Ken was a great guy. Always smiling and making ppl laugh. He will be missed by many. RIP KEN

Condolence from Roberta and Michael on October 20th, 2025 3:58 PM

Our condolences to all that knew and loved Ken. I will miss our fishing chats-we would often send him obscure fishing locations-and he always knew where we were by a rock or tree, or the bend in the river. We will remember him as a proud father, grandpa, and a kind soul. Fish on.

Condolence from Jim Oesch on October 20th, 2025 4:14 PM

To Kenny’s family

Sorry to hear of Kenny passing ,he was a great fellow and always happy . He will be missed by many .

Condolence from April Truax on October 20th, 2025 6:54 PM

Thinking of you during this difficult time. I have memories childhood memories of Ken and the house in Parkhill, pool parties, and good eats!

Condolence from Karn Durdin on October 20th, 2025 7:18 PM

Our deepest sympathy to Ken’s family and friends. He will be greatly missed. Sending thoughts and prayers.
Karn Durdin and Don Thornton

Condolence from Robert Jeffrey on October 20th, 2025 7:38 PM

So sorry for your loss great memories

Condolence from Jan Easton on October 20th, 2025 8:23 PM

To all Ken’s Family,
I’m so sorry to see this announcement about Ken.
I worked at Arc Angel’s Thrift Store for many years and Ken was a favorite customer. He was always positive and joked with us, even when we knew he was struggling with his health.
He would often help me price tools, music equipment, etc when I wasn’t sure how to price them. He would help me fix items, as well.
It was a pleasure and honour to know Ken! Sending his family my care!
Jan Easton

Condolence from Paul and Sue Robinson on October 20th, 2025 8:46 PM

Dear Jessica and Andrew, Naomi, Damen.
So very sorry to here of the passing of your Dad/ Grandpa.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paul and Sue Robinson

Condolence from Brenda Andres on October 20th, 2025 9:30 PM

Denis and I loved coming to Mount Forest to see the gang and Ken would show up to the gathering and entertain us with hillarious stories and jokes. Condolences to your friends and families. RIP Ken
Denis and Brenda Andres from Kingsville

Condolence from Rob Ducharme on October 20th, 2025 10:23 PM

I would like to extend my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Ken’s family

Condolence from Lori Tieman on October 21st, 2025 8:30 AM

To Ken’s family,
What a guy! Despite everything he was dealing with, he always had a smile and a story. He was a one of a kind character who has left his mark and no one will soon forget him. I am thankful to have known him and call him a friend. My your many memories of this great guy carry with you and remind you on the sad days that he lived life large and his legacy will carry on through each of you. His family meant the world to him. My sympathy to all of you.

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