Ken was a beautiful gentleman. Always welcoming and treated me with. Respect and kindness. Jacquie Aitken

Ken was a real friend. He introduced me to Chinese food at the age of 12, when he took me to the old Golden Star and made fried rice in a wok which I had never seen before. We lost contact after high school but reconnected after our first high school reunion. When I was visiting my my Mom, Ken never failed to pick me up from the airport, take me to his restaurant for lunch because he knew I hadn't eaten on the flight and would take me back to the airport on my return. Ken had an opinion on everything and loved to share those opinions. I sadly miss our conversations, laughs and our 'golden' friendship.

Both my Mother and I had the pleasure of working with Ken when we were all working for Safeway in GP back in the late 60's and early 70's. It did not matter if you knew Ken for 10 minutes or 10 years, he always treated everyone with the utmost respect and always left an indelible impression with anyone he came into contact with. My heartfelt condolences to the entire Wong family, the world has lost a wonderful human being and an all around good guy and I will miss his everlasting friendship. Rest in Peace my Friend Leroy Bangen

Our sincere sympathies to the Wong family. Ken will be missed by so many people in our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Lorraine Martin, Guy Martin and Madelaine(Martin)Anderson

Good guy. Pretty good defenceman too, at least at the Pee Wee level. Always seemed to have a smile on his face, even as a teenager, which is when I knew him. Gone too soon. Condolences to the family.

Loved seeing Ken and his smiling face anytime we ran into him. He had a smile and a story for everyone. He never forgot you or your families names. He was the kindest man I have ever knew, and truly was interested in you as a person. You will be so missed Ken. Rest In Peace Wayne and Char Crouse

For many years we went to the Golden Star for dim sum or brunch or a lovely dinner. Ken was always the face of a friendly greeting. He will be missed.

such sad news hearing this, Ken was a wonderful man who made everyone around him feel welcomed. You will be very missed in our community and I will miss popping in to see how you have been doing. RIP Kenny.

I was saddened to hear of Kenny's passing. He truly was one of the most effervescent people I have known and will certainly be missed in the community. My condolences to his family and friends. Dan Moon

Please accept our sincere sympathies. He was such a nice person and we will miss seeing him. From the Andreeff family.

Deepest condolences to Meta, Kina and the Wong family. Ken was a warm, kind, wonderful man who loved his family and friends unconditionally. Loved visis with Ken during our many wonderful meals at the Golden Star. My wedding reception was held at the Golden Star in 1973 as well as many birthday celebrations and my children's graduation dinners. Ken was always so gracious and took the time to visit. I remember him saying on many occasions "I better let you eat, your foods getting cold" and then we'd talk a bit more. RIP in peace buddy and know you will be missed!

Ken was the voice of the real Grande Prairie...his unmistakable voice, his wise observations and his gentlemanly charm were part of the best of our City. I saw him just a few days before and felt so happy for having seen him. I'm going to miss that man. Love to you all- Jean, Phyllis and everyone... - Christie McInnis

Ken was a wonderful man. Being greeted by him at the Golden Star was like coming home. Our sympathies to the family.

We as many others are so shocked & saddened to hear of Ken's sudden passing. The world has lost a truly caring man & heaven has gained another angel. So many great visits with Ken over the years discussion on many given topics. A friend to many, as he was to us. Deepest sympathy to the Wong family, our thoughts & prayers are with all of you ❤ Bud & Trudy Peterson

I met Ken and his brother Tom as a teenager. I immediately gravitated tp Ken as his knowledge of the new disco trend of music was the best I had met in Grande Prairie. Since I had just started as a radio DJ in the mid 70's. It was a natural fit to join up with Ken. He had purchased one of the very first DJ mixers and Commercial Bose 800 speakers specially suited for mobile dances. As ken was older than me he proceeded to line up halls and bars for functions to get all the young people who he knew through his connections at the Golden Star restaurant. And so it began, our partnership, He would connect me with wedding dances and private parties. Ken would make a little bit for his organization of the events but it really was about his joy for getting all the people together. Keeping in mind back then at that time there was not even a full DJ nightclub in Grande Prairie. Still only country bands at bars only once in a while. This was a chance for Ken and I to give the young people a little taste of Studio 54 in GP! I somehow was able to work at these places even though at the beginning I was under legal age! Over time Ken focused on events curtailed for just the Golden Star Banquet Room and the New Golden Inn which I was able to set up the first real disco in called NightLife. Never lost connection with Ken as we still shared all the club mixes that we could get our hands on that were popular at Studio 54. The new years eve gala at the Golden Star hat we set up was an amazing memory! Sound system and light show the best we could on no budget. However every ticket was always sold and the money and tips were flowing that night! The first real GP Oil Boom had arrived! It was evident at the event in which we rang in New years 1980 with the biggest dance hit of the day, Celebration by Kool & The Gang. I hosted the event and Ken worked his tail off to organize the serving staff and the kitchen to deliver an amazing event. With Ken gone now way too soon it seems we have lost a huge part of GP's history. The Chinese community accepted me as one of their own. Totally respected me with honor and always told me I was the best DJ they knew. So happy that Ken got his family and a great wife later that some of us as he frankly would not stop working to relax and look up. Today we honour and remember Ken for his service and friendship with all his customers and friends. He will always have a special place in my heart Until next time Ken, when you and I will be spinning discs again and filling the dance floor! Darryl Olsen

I first met Ken in 1971 when we were studying electronics at NAIT; we soon became fast friends, and would spend late nights at the Ly-Chee Gardens, long weekends traveling from Edmonton to Grande Prairie, and working on his amazing cars any time we could. I remember his 1969 427 COPO Camaro, that required constant adjustment of the mechanical tappets and ate starters with alarming frequency. But he could only afford retread tires that were laughably useless if there was even a dusting of snow on the ground. Alas, our extracurricular activities negatively impacted our studies, so we were obliged to start over again in the fall of 1972. Oh well. But Ken was an amazing guy, and always seemed to squeeze 25 hours out of every day. He eventually returned to Grande Prairie where he invested shrewdly in real estate, and rented these homes to people that would otherwise be considered "sub-prime" leasers. But Ken's generosity always showed through, and he treated everyone with dignity and consideration, and would hire less advantaged folks to help maintain his stable of properties. When he was manager of the Golden Star, he would treat his staff to Disneyland trips that he paid for with points collected on credit card purchases. If someone came to the door of the restaurant begging, he wouldn't give them money, but he would feed them instead. He was never religious, but he was the most humanitarian individual I have ever met. "For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me". That was Ken. I always thought that Ken would be around forever, he was that kind of guy. But now, suddenly, he's gone, and I will never share stories with him, never buy him another Tim's coffee, never feast with him at the Sai Woo again, and it has hit me like a ton of bricks. I am inconsolably saddened. Farewell, good and faithful servant. Your work here is done, and you will be greatly missed. Meta & Kina, my deepest and most sincere condolences. But I truly believe our lives were made much richer because we were lucky enough to have known him.

I'm so very sad to hear about Ken. Warm hugs to all his family and friends. My mom and dad (Mike and Isobel Fedyna) always loved everyone at the Golden star. You are all such very special people. Thank you for that. Being across from the Wigwam, of course we came by a lot back in the day. Kevin and I will be making a donation in Ken's memory. God Bless.

It is with heavy heart that I offer my condolences 🙏 to Meta, Kina and the family of Ken. He was a kind caring man and good friend. I'll carry with me many fond memories of Ken from our childhood to present day. His positive energy was infectious and a pleasure to be around. I'll miss having a morning coffee ☕️ with him and the long chats we had. Terry Macaulay

It was with great sadness that I heard of Ken's passing. We were friends from childhood on and especially renewed our friendship around our class high school reunions. Ken was welcoming to everyone and was a wise person. He had his quirky sense of humour which made him even more loveable. When he solved a decades old mystery of the disappearance of my grandmothers gas engine from her washing machine in our early youth it brought great laughter from everyone at the table including the other culprit Brian. When visiting Grande Prairie I looked forward to seeing him in his real element, the Golden Star, saying to him "Ken can you make me supper?" Meta and Kina my heart felt condolences at your loss. He loved you dearly and spoke of his family with such great pride. Greg Watson

Visiting Ken and the Golden Star have been part of my routine for so long they feel like old Friends. I spoke with Ken recently and he mentioned retirement and I laughed and told him he can't quit as I relied on his weather forecasts. He will be missed by the greater community of Grande Prairie of which he has been such an important part of all these years. My thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.

I had known Ken from early 1970. I would always stop by the Golden Star when I was in GP. Always the gentleman and true to his word. Rest in peace Ken. Ole A. Frantzen

We are so sorry to hear of Kens passing and he will be sadly missed by a lot of people near and far. My Family and I started or enjoyment of Ken and his family's hospitably when we first moved to Western Canada in 1983. We always stayed at the Golden Inn when it was owned by the Wongs and to this day eat at the Golden Star at least once every time we traveled to Grande Prairie. Rest in Peace Ken.

Meta and family, we were very sorry to hear of Kens passing, he was such a kind man, we always enjoyed conversation with him whenever we saw him, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Philip and Linda Snow

Our condolences to the Wong family. Ken was such a warm person who made everyone feel welcome and remembered from Bryan and Carrie Gaunt and the old Westbourne crew.

Our deepest condolences to the family in your profound loss of Ken. We now live in Saskatoon but every summer on our trip to Grande Prairie we make it a point to eat at the Golden Star as it was a memory from my youth. Always enjoyed Kens sense of humor and he was always glad you were there. This is a loss for the community of Grande Prairie. RIP.

We remember Ken with great fondness, when ever we were in Grande Prairie, for business or pleasure we would have lunch, at the golden star, Ken would always and share the latest news, I will never forget that he stopped of at our place in Little Smoky on his way back from Edmonton to give us some Dim sum he thought we might like. So thoughtful, ken will be missed and the world has lost a good man, condolences to all his family. Ted and Daughne Blowers

Meta,Kina,Jean and the rest of the Wong family, our deepest and sincere condolences. Ken took such good care of our whole family,and when we showed up at the Golden Star he always meet us with a friendly smile and a big hug ,as did Jean. He will be greatly missed. R.I.P. Ken. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bill & Sharon Wehinger

So very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. He was a truly great person. His friendliness was so amazing, no matter where you saw him, or how long it was since you last saw him, it was it like you had only seen him the day before. The Golden Star won't be the same! My deepest sympathy to all his immediate family, but also the Golden Star family. He was truly one of a kind. Levola Sedore

We will always remember Ken as the Golden Star greeter. We met him when he started at the restaurant and were amazed at his memory for our favorite cocktails and meal dishes. Even when we crossed paths out of the restaurant he always had time to stop for a short visit. We will miss his presence. RIP Ken. Mike and Gail Frey

This is Erika and JS, we are deeply saddened by your loss. He always remembered us when we came into the restaurant. His daughter and JS use to go to ballet together when they were little. We are sorry 😞 for the loss, he was a good man. Excellent father and husband and a hard worker, owning a restaurant. Hugs to all. Erika and JS

First time I ever had dim sum was from Ken /Golden Star, back in 1988. He was such a good guy. He will be missed. Condolences to his family. RIP

Meta and family I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Ken. He was such a good person - always with a smile and always made time for a chat. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. May you keep your memories close to your heart always. We have lost a really good man far too soon. Helen Metituk

Our sincere condolences to Ken's family. My brother Sheldon used to have Ken come stay on the farm a lot of weekends where they did topical boy stuff of riding calves and horses. Mom would make Kens favourite dish of macaroni and cheese. All through the years of going for Chinese suppers at the Golden Star, Kenny would see mom and come over to visit and say to her.,Mrs Hotte you make the best macaroni and cheese. It was always a pleasure to see and visit him. Hold on to all the memories. Hugs to all his family. 🤗❤️⭐️

We are so sorry to hear about Ken. He was always friendly and had a big smile. He was very willing to provide meals for the festival of trees volunteers. Our sympathy to the family. A hug for you Jean

I am so very sorry for your loss, Meta and Kina and to the rest of the family. I will miss Ken. Always so friendly and I always enjoyed visiting with him. Well known and a dear friend to so many. Take care. Wendy Logan

Sincere condolences. Ken is a wrapped in my memories since the early 80's when he ignored what people said and gave a wayward girl a chance. He trained me, kept me out of trouble and helped guide me for many years. I will forever appreciate his kindness and will miss seeing Ken for my yearly trips to GP. Cindy Ross

I worked with and knew Ken for many years. He was always smiling, happy, hard working, kind - I could go on! He will be missed by all who knew him. I always made an effort to go back to the Star when I came back to Grande Prairie. My deepest condolences to all of the family. R.I.P. Ken. Jo Frey

Ken was an outstanding man. We shared many special times at the Golden Star. Top notch gentleman and friend . RIP

So very sorry for your loss. Ken was truly a great person and he will be missed by so many. Hold your precious memories close.

I only met Ken once when he was visiting Dwight and Marianne in Okotoks. I know he was somebody I could easily become close friends with. Nice man, big loss.

Our deepest condolences to the Wong family. Going to the Golden Star for so many years Ken always made you feel like he was welcoming you into his home, whether you staying or picking up takeout.

Our condolences to the entire Wong family in the untimely passing of Ken. I have had the opportunity to know Ken for many years and he was a fantastic man and a good friend. Although I left GP in 1993, every time we were back in town to visit family, we had to have Golden Star and a visit with zen to get caught up on what was going on in GP, the restaurant, friends and most importantly his family. His smile was infectious, his laughter was spell bounding and his friendship was everlasting. Our sympathy goes to the immediate family and the family of the employees at the Golden Star on the loss of this great man.

My sincere Condolences to Kens family, friends and all of his Golden Star family. Ken was always so good to our family and made sure that we were always taken care of. It was a joy to see his smile each time we visited the restaurant. Our visits will never be the same. Rest easy, Ken.

Ken you will be so missed. Sending heartfelt condolences to your family and loved ones. RIP Kenny, I know you'll be busy in Heaven too!

so sorry to hear of Ken's passing I had the pleasure of knowing him for 40 years and will miss him rest in peace my friend Glen

We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Wong passing. As long as I can remember he has been a fixture in this community and always met each customer with a warm smile.

So sorry to hear of Ken's passing. We went to school together. Always lots of laughs. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

My sincere condolences to the Wong family and his family at the Golden Star during this difficult time. I enjoyed meeting Ken there as he always had a smile for you his customers. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

My deepest condolences. I enjoyed working at Golden star as well as have many fond memories of dining there from when I was small. He will be missed and was a man of integrity and honor .

My deepest condolences on the loss of Ken. We worked together at the star during the late 1970's and I have very fond memories of my time there and the wonderful people I worked with, including Ken, Jean and the four original owners. I always loved going to the Star when I would come back to GP and catching up with Ken. He was a wonderfully kind and gracious man. I am truly sorry for your loss. Shelly Haugen McMillan

So very sorry & deeply saddened to hear of Ken's passing. Have known Ken since early 1990's through the Golden Star. Such an vibrant, high energy, hard working person. Many interesting conversations were shared. Deepest condolences to the entire family. He will be missed by many. Big hugs & prayers.

We first met Ken at the Golden Inn. He had a great memory for all his customers as when he moved over to the Golden Star, before crossing over the famed gold fish pond bridge; for the best Chinese food in GP, Ken always made you feel welcome and treated everyone like friends. He was a true pillar of the community and will be sadly missed. Our deepest condolences to the family. Ron & Helen Buck

I was always happy to see Ken's smiling face. I had many happy meals with Shane there. Dear Meta and Kina and family it was a privilege to know and my heart goes out to you at this time. I know how hard it is to lose someone you love at Christmas time. Peace be with you.

Meta and family, Sincere Condolences on your loss of Ken. Going to miss his weekly smile and conversations. I suspect he's commuting in a convertible Camero up there.

We met Ken when we leased his Condo in CA. We became real good friends with one of nicest and kindness man in the world. He is sorely missed.

Never a dull moment with kenny wong and he always had a smile on his face...sorry for your loss , he will truly be missed

I knew Ken since 1999 Thora was always happy to see Ken He will treat her like a real friend It was always a pleasure to drop by for supper at the Golden Star Sorry for your lost He will be missed