Kenneth William HARTLEN

Mr. Kenneth William Hartlen January 5, 1924 - February 26, 2009 85, Dartmouth. A wonderful father, husband and grandfather has left us with the memory of his beautiful smile on Thursday, February 26, 2009, in Camp Hill Veterans' Memorial Building, QEII. Born January 5, 1924, in Westphal, he was a son of the late William Verner and Alice Margaret (Bainbridge) Hartlen. A veteran of the Second World War, Ken saw service in Italy, Belgium and Holland with the North Nova Scotia Highlanders. After the war he worked for Jim Conrad and was later employed for 37 1/2 years at CFB Shearwater in the C.E. section, until his retirement in 1986. He was a devoted member of Woodlawn United Church, a member of the Men's Club and a long-standing member of the Woodlawn Golden K Club until illness prevented his participation. He will be fondly remembered for his devotion to family, his kindness, friendship and willingness to lend a helping hand. Ken enjoyed bowling, fishing, playing cards, family gatherings, repairing small engines, gardening and had a keen interest in local politics. Ken is survived by his wife of 61 years, Marie (Farquharson) Hartlen; son, Ralph (Suzanne), Saint John, N.B.; daughters, Sandra (Richard), Coldbrook; Pat (Bill), Tatamagouche; Kathy, Dartmouth; grandchildren, Chris (Amy), Andrea, Meghan, Ryan and Shawn. He is also survived by his brothers, Lorne, Dartmouth; Frank, Shubenacadie; Arthur, Dartmouth. He was predeceased by his sisters, Isabelle Woodworth, Elsie Hartlen and brother, Clarence. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. Funeral service to be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, in Woodlawn United Church. Burial in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens with a reception to follow in Woodlawn United Church Hall. Donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or charity of choice. On-line condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com