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The Peterson Chapel, St. Michael-Albertville
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
11:00 AM

Visitation Information
The Peterson Chapel, St. Michael-Albertville
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
10:00 AM

On Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Kenneth Lancaster passed away at the age of 85 years. Kenneth was born in Castleton, England on August 20, 1932. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Herbert; his mother, Kathleen Elizabeth (formerly How); his two brothers, Gordon of Winnipeg, Canada and Eric of Castleton, England; and his sister, Joyce Palmer of Castleton, England. He is survived by his dear friend Cleo Graff of 22 years; nephews, Garth and Bruce of Canada; nieces Joyce of Winnipeg, Canada, Vivian of Prince George, Canada, and Mandy of England; and many great-nephews and great-nieces. Kenneth served 3 years in the Royal Air Force, after which he spent some time in Winnipeg, Canada before coming to the United States to make his home there. He became a naturalized citizen in September of 1998. Kenneth was a service manager for Bruekle Buick for many years, and owned his own manufacturing (sewing) business in St. Paul for many years. He was an avid car buff and was a member of the Cadillac LaSalle Club. He attended the yearly Grand National Cadillac Meets, which was held in various cities throughout the United States. He would drive his beautiful ’59 Cadillac to these different meets, and took home many awards and trophies during those years. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, 1/30/18, at 11 AM with visitation one hour prior at The Peterson Chapel: 300 Main Street, St. Michael MN.

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  1. Ron Christenson

    I met Ken 15 years ago – of course because of classic cars. A truly nice man with many wonderful stories. Thank you Cleo for all you did for Ken – he spoke warmly about you each time I saw him. Ron

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