Obituaries

WILDE (NEE BRANT), Carolyn Bernice

Carolyn, born on December 1, 1944 in Barrhead, AB, passed away on November 17, 2018 in Kelowna at the age of 74 years after a 5 month battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving family: daughter Tara Bishop (Bill) of Medicine Hat; son Lou Wilde (Candice) of Kelowna; grandchildren Wyatt, Brock and Amelia; sister Beverly Brant of Whitecourt, AB; and brothers Arthur Brant of Swan Hills, AB and Gordie Brant of Whitecourt, AB.
Carolyn was one of the original members at Gallaghers Canyon Golf Course when it opened in 1980 and worked at the Gallaghers Residents Rec Centre for the past 20 years. Carolyn will be dearly missed by her loving family and countless friends, colleagues and residents at Gallaghers Canyon. At Carolyn

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Condolence Messages

Dec 09, 2018
Aw, we were so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. We always enjoyed our chats at the activity center - always so warm and interested. We will miss her as will so many of us at Gallaghers - our condolences as will to her family. Jack and Linda Heinrich
Dec 02, 2018
I send my sympathy to Carolyn's family coming from Barrhead also, I knew her family, "in the olden days". I send my sincere thoughts and prayers to all of you. She was so full of life and love. She will be missed.

God Bless you.

Beryl Baldeo
Nov 29, 2018
Tara, Lou and family, our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear mother. It was our pleasure to get to know Carolyn. She truly was a special and courageous woman and we are grateful that we shared many moments with her at Gallagher's.

Sincere regards, Brenda & Herb Putz
Nov 27, 2018
Tara and family,

Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. My condolences to you and your family.

Your Mom always stayed positive, even in difficult times.

It was a pleasure playing golf with her,playing bridge or going for a walk. I will miss her very much.

Wishing you and your family all the strength in the time to come.

Hanni Bos
Nov 26, 2018
Carolyn was such a fine lady. She was always willing to help, share a story and certainly model her positive approach to life. She will certainly be missed. Our sincere condolences to the family.

Judi and Phil Langley
Nov 26, 2018
We will miss seeing Carolyn and her winning smile at our Village Centre. Our deepest condolences to her family.

Ray and Jenny Wiebe
Nov 26, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. Carolyn was such a wealth of knowledge about anything you wanted to know at Gallaghers. She had the most beautiful smile and her positive outlook on anything and everything was to be admired. She was a good friend and we'll miss her.

Marilyn and Dan Bader
Nov 26, 2018
Rick and I are so sorry for the loss of this sweet girl. She was our welcoming guide to the Gallaghers community and was a big help to me in setting up the Wednesday Mah Jongg group. Rick really enjoyed their talks and we both loved her sense of humour. Our sincere sympathies to the family.

Rick + Joann Fennell
Nov 26, 2018
Dear Tara, Lou and family,

Your mom was the first person I played golf with at Gallagher's. I will never forget her helpfulness and warm welcome. She is someone I looked up to for her enthusiasm and love of the game. She was such a wonderful person. So sorry for your loss.

Theresa Masterman
Nov 24, 2018
Lou,

So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Sincere condolences .

Ron Reiter
Nov 23, 2018
Tara, Lou and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I adored your Mom, she was a feisty, funny, eloquent and spirited lady. She made us all laugh with her funny stories and quick comments. I loved the way her blue eyes sparkled and how she made you feel good around her. My Mom misses her so much~ they had a wonderful sisterhood friendship; and naming them Thelma and Louise couldn't be more fitting. RIP sweet Carolyn.

Jaydene Cahill
Nov 23, 2018
To Carolyn's family,

We are so saddened to hear of Carolyn's passing. She was such a fixture here at the Gallagher's Canyon Village Centre.

She knew us all by name and always greeted us with a cheery hello and a friendly smile.

We will all miss her terribly.

The residents of Gallagher's Parkway.
Nov 23, 2018
Tara, Lou and family,

Holly and I are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a character we all enjoyed. She was the Gatekeeper here at Gallaghers for so many years and it was always fun to try to get her to bend the rules because you just knew it was never going to happen anyway! Fly away pain free with the butterflies Carolyn...you will be missed.

Ken & Holly Murray
Nov 22, 2018
To Carolyn's family:

We were deeply saddened by the news of Carolyn's passing. It was our privilege to have known Carolyn for so many years at Gallaghers, both at the Golf Course and the Village Centre. She will be sadly missed by many people.

Our sincere condolences,

Ray and Bette Tait
Nov 22, 2018
Tara,

As you know your Mom was such a wonderful enthusiast and contributor to women's golf and a great supporter of Gallagher's. I have fond memories of golfing with your Mom and really enjoying her good humour and love of the game. May all your beautiful memories support you forever.

Frances Kirkpatrick and Nik Maissen
Nov 22, 2018
We are so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing, she will be missed by so many of us at Gallagher's.

Barb and Dave Meads
Nov 21, 2018
Tara, Lou, Bev and all the rest of your families,

My heart goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow. You're Mom amazed me with her strength, how she was always positive and never gave up hope. I love your Mom, she honestly could warm a room with her beautiful blue eyes, sense of humour, bring a smile to anyone's face and always made you feel welcome. Carolyn will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

Go rest high on that mountain sweet sweet Carolyn.

Deb Stinson
Nov 21, 2018
Lou and Tara, my condolences on your Mum's passing. Great picture - just as I remember her.

Mike Fredrickson
Nov 21, 2018
Dear Tara and Lou and family, so sorry that you mom lost her battle against this most insidious disease, she put up a fierce fight. I have good memories of your mom, the best is playing bridge with her. She was a close friend to my mom whom hosted a weekly bridge game and occasionally I was asked to spare. She will be sorely missed by many.

With love, Chris Daniels (de Pfyffer)
Nov 21, 2018
Tara, Lou and families,

I have known Caroline for 19 of her 20 years at Gallagher's and I will so miss our little chats. She was a wonderful lady who treated everyone with great kindness.

My sincere sympathy,

Lainey Falkingham
Nov 21, 2018
Tara and Lou, sad to see news of your Mom's passing, many good memories around Gallaghers.

Allan Crowder
Nov 21, 2018
Tara, Lou, Bev and Family,

I am so sorry to read about the loss of your mom/sister. She was a huge part of my life in my growing up years and was a wonderful loving, funny and passionate woman with a heart of gold. Sending lots of love to all of you!

Stephanie Penny (van Hees)
Nov 20, 2018
Lou and family, Len and I were very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Remembering the good times gets you through this difficult time. Our deepest condolences.

Len and Tannis Moody
Nov 20, 2018
Sorry to hear of your mom's passing Lou. Take care! Jim Cronin
Nov 20, 2018
So sorry Tara, Lou and Families..and sister Bev who was always there for her....

As you know Carolyn was the sister I never had..and the most positive person I ever met..Her long fight over the years,and when I talked to her a week ago..still saying it will get better..We had so much FUN with our Golf,Golf tournaments, crafts and ,baking for Gallagher craft sales, The 2 ball tournament we put on and so many enjoyed. Tara called us Thelma and Louise..I will miss her so much..

Love Deanna and Ralph
Nov 20, 2018
Lou,

So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.

Mark and Lisa Kranabetter.
Nov 20, 2018
Carolyn was such a capable and caring person....I enjoyed her company and she gave me a ride to Gallaghers on the snowy week ends as we both worked there for many years. I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed by many people...Mona Swikert
Nov 20, 2018
To Carolyn's Family: I was very fortunate to have known and worked with Carolyn at Gallagher's Canyon Activities Centre. I grew to love her. I would say that she was THE rolodex for the community, her mind containing any pertinent resident information that might be needed. While many tried to convert her to use electronic methods for maintaining this information, her determined way of using and updating the old fashioned rolodex and paper notes proved to be just as effective, and sometimes better. She was the gate keeper and kept everyone in line, lovingly. I am so saddened that she has passed and know how much she will be missed by all of us. My thoughts are with each of you.

Debbie and Hugh Wright
Nov 20, 2018
Bev, I am so sorry to hear of your sister's passing. You will certainly miss her. My sincerest sympathies, and a huge hug for you.

Cathy Codd
Nov 20, 2018
Tara, Lou & your families,

Your Mom was a great & longtime friend. She will be missed.

Carol & Woody
Nov 20, 2018
Tara, Lou and families,

Sincerest condolences on your loss and ours. Carolyn was such an integral person here at Gallaghers. She will be dearly missed.

Audrey Carter
Nov 20, 2018
Tara and Lou,

Your Mom was a wonderful lady. She was full of fun and always a treat to be around.

I have so many memories of her at our ball games, hockey games, tournaments and concerts. Her stories of our past were just so humorous to hear. She will always hold a special place in my life and the memories I have of her.

I wish her path was a different one and we could ease the hurt you must feel. She was very loved by alot of people.

Lots of love to you and your families.

Leanne Duzsik
Nov 20, 2018
Lou,

So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. You have some great memories and they will keep your heart full. Take care to you and your family.

Peter & Kathy Pich - West Kelowna, BC
Nov 20, 2018
Lou,

So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Remember the happy times, it will help you in the future.

Gord Strachan
Nov 20, 2018
Condolences to the family from the Carnegie's at Gallaghers.
Nov 20, 2018
Tara & Family,

My thoughts are with you at this sad time. Even though your Mom fought her battle so hard, she was always so positive & upbeat. It was a pleasure to have golfed with her & to be part of many fun celebrations with her! So many of us will miss her dearly.

With sincere sympathy,

Julia Hepburn
Nov 20, 2018
Tara,

I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was such a great lady and a dear friend to both Joe and myself when we golfed at Gallagher's. We had a grand celebration on her 50th - black coffin and everyone in black. Such fond memories of golfing with her. May she rest in peace now.

Alice Lundy
Nov 20, 2018
Tara, Lou and family,

Your mom was a wonderful person. I enjoyed golfing with her and will miss seeing her at the Gallagher's Center. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.

Cheryl and Daryll Macdonald
Nov 20, 2018
Tara, Lou and family,

So sad to hear that Mom has lost her fight. She was very strong and determined in life. Our thoughts are with you.

Glenda and Bryan Jacksoni
Nov 20, 2018
Lou,

I'm sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. My deepest condolences.

Steve Fair