BRIDGES, Kenneth Lewis (Ken)

BRIDGES,Kenneth Lewis (Ken). _Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 6, 2013at the Port Lincoln Hospital.Dearly loved fatherand father-in-law ofBryn and Julie.A special grandfatherand great-grandfather toRyan, Sarah, Danial,Melissa, Olivia, Ben and Sam.Gransia, we'll never forgetthe fun times we had at North Shields. A truly remarkable man who has lived an incredible life. They say...you only live oncebut if you live it rightonce is enoughYou proved them right.So dearly lovedby his daughter Sian,grandsons Ben, Dale and Tom, their partners Kim, Carlee and Jake, and Sian's partner Pete.Dad, your strength andcourage throughout your life has been inspirational.Your life experiences have been incredibly numerous and you have entertained us all with your story telling ability.Your amazing humour in the face of so many challengeshas brought laughter and joyto those around you.From the coal mines in South Wales to the beautiful North Shields, your life has beenan amazing journey.You are woven into our lives and you will always be in our hearts.Vale Ken Bridges - my father, all round character and role model. You were much loved, always noticed and will be missed.Like Frank, you did it your way and in that you taught us all well. You never backeddown and never gave in.A shame about the driverand long irons, but yourputting will always inspire.Love your son Garet