Obituaries

WOLGRAM, Herald Eric - Updated Service Info

February 5, 1930 - January 11, 2025

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 1:00 pm, at the Sanctuary Lutheran Church, 4091 Lakeshore Road Kelowna, BC.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Herald Wolgram in Kelowna, BC, just shy of his 95th birthday. He died in Christian faith with the knowledge that his Lord and Saviour had prepared his way to eternal life. Family and Faith were most important in his life.

Herald was born in Lampman, Saskatchewan, to parents Fred and Nettie. In the summer of 1934, with older brother Leonard, the family moved to Vernon, BC, to find a better life. There, they became members of St. John's Lutheran Church. Herald played a lot of sports in his youth, but his passion was hockey, where he played for the Vernon Lions Juveniles.

While attending a lacrosse game, Herald met the love of his life, Margaret Morrison, who was a telephone operator in Vernon. They were married in 1952 and had 66 wonderful years together until Margaret's passing in 2018.

Herald spent his entire career in the grocery business, working at Malkins/Kelly Douglas (a division of Loblaws) first as a truck driver, then in the warehouse as a produce clerk, and finally as a salesman travelling from the border to Revelstoke and Golden, BC. In 1969, Herald took a position as a buyer in the Kelowna Warehouse until his retirement in 1990.

In Kelowna, Herald and Margaret became members of First/Sanctuary Lutheran Church, where Herald sang in the choir. He also took up curling and golf, but his favourite pastime throughout his life was playing crib. In 2003, Herald and Margaret moved into Balmoral Retirement Community, then Herald moved to Northwood Retirement Home in 2020, where he made many new friends.

Herald was predeceased by his beloved wife, Margaret. He is survived by “his girls”, Dianne (Bob) Stewart of St. Albert, AB, and Karen (Blair) Fox of Kelowna, BC. Herald is also survived by his grandchildren, Erin (Michael) Debusschere, Rob (Danielle) Stewart, Jeffery (Marina) Fox, and Michael (Krista) Fox; as well as great-granddaughters Lily and Julie. He is also survived by his nephews Mark, Ken, and Peter Wolgram and their families.

The family would like to thank Dr. Hamidi and all the nurses and doctors at Kelowna General Hospital and Central Okanagan Hospice House for their kind and compassionate care.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 1:00 pm, at the Sanctuary Lutheran Church, 4091 Lakeshore Road Kelowna, BC.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Central Okanagan Hospice House, www.hospicecoha.org.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/wolgram-herald (click matching link below).

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/wolgram-herald

Condolence Messages

Jan 19, 2025
Dianne, Karen and families.

Harold was a long time dental patient. He had a wonderful sense of humour and told great stories, which brought laughter to our office. We all looked forward to seeing this nice, distinguished man attend our office. He will be missed.

Dr. Daryle Edstrom - Daryle Edstrom
Jan 19, 2025
Karen and Blair - sending you our sincere sympathy. Cherish your great memories always. Love from Jim and Sheri Keller - Sheri Keller
Jan 18, 2025
Called on Herald at Kelly Douglas always enjoyed our meetings a true gentleman, Gary Jamieson - gary jamieson
Jan 18, 2025
I was so sad to hear of Harolds passing, condolences to the family. It was always a pleasure to see both him and Margaret, lovely couple. May they rest in peace together now, - Maria - Wine Central
Jan 17, 2025
Truly amazing husband, father and friend. Harold loved and appreciated his loving daughter's , so appreciative of how they lovingly cared for him. At the Kelly/Malkin warehouse, he loved the coffee time crib games, he only knew one word, win. Harold was highly respected in the grocery industry, he loved his work, and the life long friends he had in the industry. Hats off to you Harold, a life well lived. - Peter Neukomm
Jan 17, 2025
So sorry to hear of the passing of Harold. I first met Harold and Margaret when I looked after her mom Margaret at TLM. After Margeret senior passed I would frequently see Margaret and Harold at superstore..they were delightful and had a lovely home at Balmoral. These people were amazing and may God bless all the family for your great loss. Harold will be missed. Kathleen Wieshlow - Kathleen wieshlow
Jan 17, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family, I used to call on Herold every two weeks from 1977 thru 1987 when he was a buyer at Kelly Douglas. May he rest in peace. - Bill Gordon
Jan 15, 2025
Our condolences and sympathies go out to you, Diane and Karen, and to your families, from your cousins Mark, Ken and Peter. Herald was a kind, caring uncle to us, interested in our families, and we have so many happy memories of him since our childhoods! We are very thankful for him having been a part of our lives. Be assured that he rests in peace with his Lord and Saviour. - Ken Wolgram
Jan 15, 2025
Herald and Marg were my Godparents and I am so sorry to hear of his passing. They were both wonderful and kind people. When I was little Herald seemed so tall and he had a crew cut so I called him Frankenstein. He took it very well! We moved from Kelowna to Ontario in 2018 so I did not hear of Marg’s passing. I will remember them both very fondly. - Sheila Poggemiller Lown
Jan 15, 2025
Dear Dianne and Karen and families

I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing he was such a friendly and kind man always a smile on his face. Knew your Dad for many years as our parents went to the same church. Cherish all of your memories about your Dad and he will always feel close to you. Your Dad is now reunited with your Mom

Marilyn Forbes (Hak) Medicine Hat, AB

- Marilyn Forbes
Jan 15, 2025
My deepest condolences to your family. I was privileged to meet Harold while working at Northwood and truly enjoyed the conversations we shared. He was a true gentleman and spoke very proudly of his family. He will be dearly missed. - Samantha Langer
Jan 15, 2025
My deepest condolences to your family. I was privileged to meet Harold while working at Northwood and truly enjoyed the conversations we shared. He was a true gentleman and spoke very proudly of his family. He will be dearly missed. - Samantha Langer
Jan 15, 2025
Rest in peace “neighbor”. Your dear Margaret has been waiting for you. I remember fondly our choir days and going forward. Condolences to all your family, you will be missed but will be in everyone’s memories. - Bonnie (Fred) Jarvis
Jan 15, 2025
Dianne and Karen,

My deepest condolences. I remember your dad always smiling and he had a twinkle in his eye. I so enjoyed our chats during later years when I ran into him and your mom shopping and it was usually at Superstore. He would proudly share news about the family and keep me up to date. I remember him as a gentle soul and true gentleman. I’m saddened to read about his passing. - Gabriele Walz
Jan 15, 2025
My deepest sympathy at this very sad time to “his girls” and their families. I am sure he was a wonderful father. Herald was a a very friendly and warm person. I had the pleasure of working with your Mom in the credit department of Sears (a long time ago). My beloved,Ken, worked in the grocery business (Super Valu and Safeway all his working life so he knew your Dad thru their work. We had many nice chats when we saw each other out and about. - Margaret Van Haar