WESLEY CRAIG SCHILKE (WES)

Condolences & Memories (11 entries)

• Wes, what can I say. I read everyone’s condolences and highlights they shared with you. You were all of everything everyone shared and so much more. You absolutely lived your life fuller than anyone I knew. Growing up with you I got to see first hand many of your life milestones. We shared a room and bunk bed growing up. You were 7 years older than me so you taught me stuff other kids my age had no clue about. I remember you liked Geography and taught me places of the world. You were extremely intelligent for your age so your need to seek knowledge captured my enthusiasm to learn. You managed businesses and started your own. You hated working for others because you wanted it done your way. And was very successful at first starting Bison Mortgage and then City Alarm. You look me back under your wing when I went through a divorce in the 80s. Offering me a place to stay. You had met Jan and the two of you were of the same cloth. Everyone knows what she meant to you through life. Everything. With her you continued all your hobbies which included camping, fishing and hunting. Many a moose and deer hunt did we enjoy together. Stories! Like no other. Everyone will agree his stories were the absolute most theatrical on the planet. He’d tell them like you were really there. I think not just the stories but everything that made you so unique is what I’ll miss about you. Our time together was precious. Rest In Peace big bro. -Cal - Posted by: Calvin Schilke (Brother (or “wee tad brudder” as Wes called me)) on: Feb 26, 2022

• Wes – my Dad – my Hero – my Mentor – my most trusted friend but he was much more than that. HE DID NOT HIDE TRUTH He never yelled – He never spanked me and most of all he never gave up on me no matter how hard he could be at times. It didn’t matter how much time went by it always felt like none whenever we would see each other. We would both truly be in joy in each other’s company and all problems seized to exist in that moment. He was me and I was him. He is my Dad and I am “DAUGHTER” Dad was amazingly strong in many ways. If he wanted something to move it was moving. When Dad got cancer years ago and went through radiation and chemo he never missed a day of work. When my son’s father died it was my Dad that was strong enough to tell both my son (Rick) and my adopted son (Kris) and strong enough to write the most memorable speech to be spoken at his Celebration of Life. Afterwards he took on us living at the house and the cottage every weekend basically he took on the boys. He was grandpa but mostly their father figure and he did right by them. Now with Dad gone I think of him as a majestic creature. Everybody was pulled toward his magnetism because his energy was like no other. He had MOXI - meeting difficulties with courage and spirit. I am so proud of my Dad……why? Because he was never afraid of failure. Love you Dad ---------------------------------------- “DAUGHTER” - Posted by: Jennifer (DAUGHTER) on: Jan 19, 2022

• The days when we were immortal when the world was ours for the taking or giving only once in ones life you find friends like we were You Wes, Lorne, Ron and I I am so glad we were able to meet up again when we did i am trying to remember those things we shared so many adventures Your friend forever Jack - Posted by: Jack Schneider (Friends when the world was new ) on: Jan 09, 2022

• GONNA MISS YOU WES. There’s nothing quite as enjoyable as sitting with friends on a warm summer evening sharing a laugh over a glass of wine. And Wes was such a big part of those times. I’m going to miss his laugh, jokes and of course his crazy music videos. (Just thinking of that makes me smile.) He was definitely a larger-than-life type man whom we all came to love. Going to the cottage every summer is going to be so different now without our dear Wes. Jan, we share your grief; be strong my friend and know that we all loved that man. Marg - Posted by: Marg Hopcraft (Toronto Friend) on: Jan 05, 2022

• I’m so sorry Jan. You and Wes were and are very special to my parents. I don’t know if my parents ever told you, but I desperately wanted to be Wes for Halloween when I was small, but my parents said no. He had an iconic style and a presence unlike anyone else I’ve ever met. RIP. - Posted by: Ruthie Dentry (Family friend ) on: Dec 23, 2021

• Jan, Jean just informed of Wes’s passing and from the bottom of my heart I’m so very sorry. Wes was such a unique person. I remember the day he gave Dale his white hat. Which he still loves and cherishes it. Then he was so sweet to fix his chain. He was a man of many talents and a heart of gold. He will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Janet Sasaki (Friend ) on: Dec 22, 2021

• My condolences to you Jan and your family. Each visit to meet with you and Wes was special, a moment of laughter and joy. Whether we talked about business, or Corner Gas, our time was filled with laughter, smiles and just good old times. Keep smiling that warm smile Wes as you look down upon us. You will be missed but your memory will never be forgotten. Peace. - Posted by: Allan Varjassy (Friend) on: Dec 20, 2021

• Dear Jan Jen and Joe, My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Wes was such a great friend and neighbor. I will miss his hearty laugh which always made all of us laugh, his wit, stories, sitting on your deck having our pot luck suppers. Sitting around the fire with a drink and listening to his music on his phone , dancing and having our talks. He could always brighten up a room. Wes was such a loving, sharing and caring person. I know he's up in heaven telling stories and making Dave laugh with him. Love you Arlene - Posted by: Arlene Parkin (Friend and cottage neighbor) on: Dec 18, 2021

• WES YOU WERE MY BEST FRIEND AND MY LIFE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU, I WILL MISS THE TALKS WE USED TO HAVE, AND MISS YOUR WISDOM. REST EASY BUDDY. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN. NORM - Posted by: NORMAN LITTLE (MY BEST FRIEND) on: Dec 18, 2021

• Dear Jan Deepest condolences to you, Jen and Joe. Wes will sure be missed by us all. He sure was one of a kind and his stories always left me laugh to tears. I can't say whether his stories were real or made up, but he sure was the life of a party! My boys will sure miss going next door for treats or to see his latest garage sale gift he bought them. Love from the MacLeans - Posted by: Susie MacLean (Friend) on: Dec 18, 2021

• Wes, I think of you ever day. My heart is completely 💔 broken..as I worshipped you so. As long as I live, I will speak your name with love and joy. Thank you for always having my best interests at heart. ..for looking out for me when I was little...for choosing the finest lady to spend your life with and absolutely living life to the fullest. Play your music loud so we can hear you. Tell your stories Grand so we can all remember them. And Laugh in your hysterical way so we can laugh too. Until we meet again..I love you. Donna Gail - Posted by: DG (Sister) on: Dec 18, 2021