Kenneth Wayne McCallen
July 25, 1943 – April 25, 2026
Kenneth Wayne McCallen passed away peacefully at Royal University Hospital on Saturday, April 25, 2026, with his family by his side. He is pre-deceased by his parents, sister Ilean (Ed), brother Andy (Erna), sister Esther (Ed), Brother Keith (Evelyn). Ken was the youngest child of James and Dorothy McCallen, born July 25, 1943, in Dodsland, Sask and moved to Saskatoon around the age of 2 where he grew up in City Park, attended Wilson School and City Park High School. After high school he worked a few odd jobs before enrolling in the pre-employment Refrigeration Technician program at SIAST Kelsey Campus. Ken worked for Trane Company in Saskatoon for 32 years then for the last part of his career worked for the Saskatoon Board of Education in the maintenance department. His retirement job!
Ken married Rhoda, the one true love of his life on June 23,1973 they were married for 53 happy years. He is survived by his two sons, Sean (Alana) and Aran and six grandchildren Raija (Nate), Kaylee (Braden), Brendan, Casey (Adriah), Keilah and Brynn.
Ken was very gifted with his hands, the man could fix anything, this is the reason why Rhoda never got to buy new appliances, he would just keep fixing the ones they had. (Sorry Alana Sean does the same thing)
His favourite place on earth was at Wadin Bay on Lac La Ronge, whether camping in the trailer and eventually in the cabin, that’s where Ken could truly relax. His knowledge of that lake was incredible, how he could navigate those treacherous waters with barely a glance at a map would always amaze us. And now, as we return to that place those memories of him will always be there with us, we will just make sure to have a map.
In 2009 at the age of 66 Ken was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. Thankfully mom and him managed to stay in the house right up till the morning he went to the hospital, a week before his passing. When he went to meet his saviour, Jesus.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 123 S Railway St W, Warman, SK. To watch the live stream please click on the link below.
CLICK HERE FOR LIVE STREAM LINK OF THE MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR THE LATE KENNETH MCCALLEN
(A link will be posted once available from the church.)
Memorial donations can be made to Parkinson Canada or to the St. John’s Lutheran Church.
Arrangements entrusted to Dalmeny Funeral Home 306-254-2022.
9 Responses
I am so very sorry for your loss. I got to know Mrs McCallen at the Legends Pharmacy and usually her husband was with her. She is a dear, sweet lady and my thoughts and prayers are with you family. Bev L
Dear Rhoda and family. So sorry to hear of the passing of Ken. We have so many fond memories of you both from church in Warman and also when you came to visit at our campground. May God’s comfort fill you with peace from this day forward. Blessed be his memory. Marcie and Ron
Rhoda, Sean, Aron and families
I am saddened by Uncle Ken’s passing. I will always remember his warm smile and tremendous sense of humour. I am personally grateful for the time that he spent with me as a child. Many, many hours of patience teaching me to water ski. He drove us to and from the lake in his hot car (mom used to scold him..she said he drove too fast! ), we loved it. His kindness will always be held in my heart.
My love goes out to you all. I pray that all the wonderful memories that you have will somehow lessen some of the sadness that you feel.
Rhoda, thank you for being his love. He deserved to know true love and I know you gave him that gift. I will always remember the way he looked at you💕
Again, my love to you all.
Debbie
To Rhoda and family I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joan
My most sincere condolences to Rhoda, Sean, Aaron and their families. Ken was the kindest soul. He was like a Dad to me and I will always cherish the memories, conversations about sports, curling, ball and golfing which we both enjoyed to talk about. He was one of my clients for over 20 years and he was like family. He will be missed and never forgotten. Sending you all prayers and hugs in this time.
Dear Rhoda, Sean, Aran and families
Thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers. May God hold each of you in the Palm of His Hands and give you the peace and comfort only He can give today and in the days ahead. I will always remember the fun times we had with your family and the friendship we shared.
I will not be able to attend the funeral in person but I certainly will be with you as I attend via Live Stream. Sent with sincere sympathy and love from me and my family.
Dear Rhoda, Sean, Aran and families. Gary and I and our families extend our deepest condolences to you all. Our Uncle Ken was a great influence on me as a young man and he showed me that hard work and a steady character could see you through the difficulties life can throw your way. Ken and Rhoda always showed our family kindness over the years and I am so very grateful for these memories.
Love,
Ken, Wanda, Gary and Sandra
I’m very sorry for your loss, I got to work with Ken in the trades and was lucky enough to go fishing with him at his favorite lake , he was a great guy
Condolences to your family Ken was a good boss and very knowledgeable when I worked with him at Trane,may he rest in peace. Stan