August 29, 1934 - May 19, 2025
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth Lloyd Pineo, of Prince George, BC who passed away Monday May 19, 2025, in his 91st year at The University Hospital of Northern British Columbia.
Born in Auburn NS on August 29, 1934, he was a son of the late Carlos and Kathleen (Westhaver) Pineo. Ken was a devoted husband to Winnie for 67 years and loving father to Sheldon.
Ken is survived by his wife Winnie, son Sheldon, sisters, Elsie (Bob) McLeod, ON; Edie (Fred), Poehlke, BC; brothers, Eric Pineo, ON; Ronald (Brenda) Pineo, NS; Carl Pineo, NS; Michael Pineo (Carolyn), NS; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, Ken was predeceased by brothers, Vincent, Sheldon, Wendell and Garth.
Ken was the second oldest of 11 children. He joined the RCAF in 1956 and was posted in every province except PEI and the territories in his 22 years of service. After retiring from the air force, Ken worked for BC Tel (Telus) for 20 years. Ken loved curling and golf and was an avid fan of the Prince George Cougars of the WHL. A long time season ticket holder, he never missed a game. He volunteered for many local organizations and events including the SPCA, where he cared for and loved the dogs who got to know him. Ken also volunteered with the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame, Scott Tournament of Hearts and many golf tournaments.
Ken will be deeply missed by everyone who loved him. His kind and giving spirit will live on in the memories of all who had the privilege of knowing him.
A celebration of Ken’s life will be held at the Prince George Golf & Curling Club, 2601 Recplace Drive, on Thursday, June 19th from 2-4 pm with words of remembrance at 3pm.
Cremation with inurnment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum in Prince George, BC.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Prince George Humane Society would be appreciated.