Published in The Lake Report, May 7, 2026, page 26.
On Sunday, May 3, after his courageous fight with cancer, Ken went home to be with the Lord. He was born on Oct. 31, 1961, in Niagara Falls. Ken married the love of his life, Paula Goertz, on May 7, 1988.
A dedicated farmer, Ken devoted the greater part of his life to the family fruit farm. Known for his hard work and kind nature, he was well respected within the agricultural community. Ken was involved with ushering in church for over 35 years, enthusiastically welcoming all who came. He loved spending time with his beloved grandchildren. Jaxon and Hudson were his farming buddies and Harper and Juliet were Papa’s princesses.
Predeceased by his mother Elvira (1967, Willms), father Art (2017), and brother Timothy (1973). He will be greatly missed by his wife, Paula, children Mark (Dana) Andres, Ashley (Corbin) Thwaites, Brandon (Brook) Andres, and loving Papa to Jaxon, Hudson, Harper, and Juliet.
He will also be fondly remembered by his mother, Helen, father and mother-in-law Ken and Adeline Goertz, sisters, Sharon (Rudy), Christine (Marv), Joanne (Chris), brothers- and sisters-in-law, Kenn (Heidi), Tim (Teresa), Carolyn, Brad (Elaine), Julie (Brian), nieces, nephews, and countless others.
We would like to thank all the amazing medical staff that lovingly cared for Ken throughout his journey.
Visitation will be held at Bethany Mennonite Church on East West Line, Niagara-on-the-Lake, on Monday, May 11, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. A private family interment will be held. A celebration of life will be held at Bethany Mennonite Church on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Niagara and Walker Family Cancer Centre would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences at www.tallmanfuneralhomes.ca.
