Dr. Carol Linda Jenken of Victoria, BC died at home on April 8, 2022 after a lengthy illness. She was born on July 7, 1954 in Barrhead, AB. She was predeceased by her eldest brother, Don. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Lorne Verhulst; children, Glenys, Graeme (Jasmine); grandchildren, Neeve and Desmond; and Mark (Annie); granddaughter, Avery; sisters, Judith and Evelyn; brothers, Daryl and Bill.
Carol was a compassionate family physician much loved by her patients. Her love of family was central to her meaning in life. She expressed her creativity through her weaving and knitting. She was admired by family for her festive dinners. She will be remembered for her limitless kindness.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the Sequoia Centre, at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, on Thursday, July 7, 2022, at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Cancer Research Society, https://www.societederecherchesurlecancer.ca/en.
For those who can’t attend in person, please see the link below to attend virtually.
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Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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My sincere condolences to Carol’s family. As a Community case manager in the Sarin program I worked closely with Carol, finding the best possible supports for frail and elderly patients. She was kind, compassionate and so very connected to her patients. Her loss to the Division, her patients and to her family is immense. My thoughts are with all of you.
Dear Lorne,
You are in our thoughts as Carol’s time with you and your family comes to an end. So sad.
Cherish your many memories of her kind ways.
Richard and Shirley
I am so sorry to read of Dr. Jenken’s passing. She was a very kind and caring physician to me and I had so much respect for her. I was just thinking about her the other day, wondering how she was doing. I was sad to lose her as my doctor, but even more sad for her family and friends. She was a wonderful person.
Lorne and family, Judith, Evelyn, Daryl, Bill and families.
I am so sorry to hear of Carol’s passing from cancer. I lost my husband Bill to cancer as well in Nov. of 2020 so I have an idea of the tough times you have been through. Bill and Carol’s brother Don were in the same graduating class, Judith and I were also in the same class and Evelyn and my sister Jean were good friends, also in the same class. Barrhead was a small town and the Jenken family and Yuill family were good friends. I remember Carol well and she was always such a nice person. I saw her last when she was visiting Lorne’s Mom who had recently moved into Rutherford Assisted Living in Edmonton where my Mom Anne Yuill was also living. Thinking of you all and praying for you at this very sad time.
My condolences to your whole family. Carol will be dearly missed by all.
Love Jeannie Yuill (Barrhead)
Dear Lorne and family,
All my condolences for the loss of your lovely Carol. Such a loss for our community.
With much sympathy,
Lisa Veres
Lorne, on behalf of Divisions of Family Practice, we express our sorrow at the news of Carol’s passing. We send blessings to your family at this time.
On behalf of the Cancer Research Society, I am sending to Dr. Jenken’s family and friends all warmest love and deepest sympathy.
Manon Pepin, president and CEO, Cancer Research Society
Lorne and Family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy
Diane, Heather and Evan
Lorne, Glenys, Graeme, Jasmine, Neeve, Desmond, Mark, Annie, Avery and Judith:
We are profoundly sorry that Carol passed away. Our thoughts and prayers have been and continue to be with the Jenken and Verhulst family. We are grateful for all our special memories that we will treasure forever, especially her kind, soft spoken nature, and always being concerned about everyone around her.
Take care. All our love (and hugs), Walter and Carol