The funeral service for Ken was held on Saturday, September 7th. the service pamphlet is below.
Unfortunately we have lost Ken Wamsley in his 86th year as he passed away at 5:20 a.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
Ken was an active umpire for 42 years, retiring after a U14 game on the plate at the age of 83.
Read more about Ken below
Ken earned his Level 3 status in 1995. He has been the recipient of five significant awards during his career:
- EDSUA Umpire of the Year, 1993
- Laurie “RAS” Rasmussen Award, 1998, for contributions to the EDSUA
- EDSUA Wall of Fame, 2004
- Softball Alberta Zone Award of Merit, 2018
- Softball Canada Umpires Indicator Club, 2023
Ken was equally active in the upper levels of the provincial basketball community for many years.
We have lost a friend, mentor and renowned story teller.
The association sends it’s condolences to Kerry, Gary, Ken’s family and friends and his umpiring family.
2018 Softball Alberta award for
Outstanding Volunteer Service for the Development and Promotion of Softball in Alberta
Ken received the prestigious Softball Canada Indicator Award in 2023 in recognition of his
ability as an umpire, mentor and instructor.
My deepest condolences. I have known Ken, not only did I know him on the diamond but off as well. I learned a lot of what to do and what not to do. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with your family. God bless.