Kenneth Wayne Paul Carroll

Ken was born in Halifax on May 31, 1944 and passed away on July 21, 2024 in North Queens Nursing Home.
During his school years his family moved to Martin’s Point and later to Western Shore. He attended Gold River – Western Shore Consolidated School. From school he joined the Canadian Armed Forces.
In 1971 he married Debbie Vaughan. They began their married life at his posting in Ottawa. Later postings took them to Charlottetown and Debert. Ken was also posted overseas to Egypt.
In the mid 90’s, Ken retired from the forces. He and Debbie returned to Western Shore for their retirement years.
Ken was active in the Royal Canadian Legion Western Shore, Masonic Lodge and the Shriners. He enjoyed frequent visits with friends to provide musical entertainment at Shoreham Village Nursing Home.
Due to a diagnosis of Alzheimers for Ken and dementia for Debbie, in 2019 they moved to Meadowbrook Manor and later to North Queens Nursing Home.
Ken and Debbie celebrated their 50th Anniversary on July 3, 2021. Debbie passed away shortly after in March 2022.
Besides wife Debbie and his mother Eva (Goodwin) Carroll, Ken was predeceased by his brother Fred Carroll and sister Elaine Lowe.
Ken is survived by his brother-in-law Donald Lowe, nephews Rick and Tim Lowe and their families; Debbie’s family – Gay, Robie, Jane and their families.
Donations can be made to Shriner’s Hospital, Royal Canadian Legion Western Shore or a charity of your choice. Funeral to be held at a later date.
Arrangements are under the direction of the R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville, where on-line condolences may be made by visiting www.corkumfuneralhome.ca