It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Wayne Wilkins. He will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 54 years, Rose, children Nicole (Larry) and Blaine (Kelli), and grand-daughters, Sylvie and Lochlyn. He was predeceased by his mother, Ellen, and father, John from North Battleford, Sask.
As a result of his hard-working nature and drive, he became the youngest commercial realtor in Saskatoon, then had a successful career in real estate and development in Kamloops. As a family with him at the helm, we customized and built 4 beautiful family homes.
In retirement, he loved lake life and boating at Shuswap and in the fruit/wine country of the Okanagan. Sharing these special experiences with friends and family was a highlight. He was always fond of classic cars and the beauties he once drove. Having moved to Victoria 5 years prior, he enjoyed time with family and many friends old and new.
To avoid the school of “hard knocks,” he sent both of his kids to University and supported them through their careers and adult lives. Rose and Wayne had a lovely life of togetherness, travel and endless renovation projects and their love was an inspiration.
We thank him for his unwavering love and devotion to his family, wisdom, countless life lessons and incredible life experiences. He will be forever in our hearts and minds. Thank you to all who touched his life as you meant so much to him. Thank you also to the Doctors at the Cancer Clinic and home Palliative care teams.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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25 Responses
Dear Rose and family,
Larry and I were saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Carla and Larry Robinson
Rose, Nicole, Blaine and family,
Sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Rose, Nicole and Blaine,
Please accept Beverley and my deepest sympathy in the loss of a great, great man. He, whom I always looked up to and gained great wisdom over the years, we worked together.
He will be forever in our hearts.
Prayers of final peace be with you
Wayne
Our condolences to the entire Wilkins family. It was indeed a privilege to have our home next door to Wayne and Rose on OK landing road! A fine man and a great neighbor
Jim inkster /Wendy Wheeler
Dear Rose and family,
We are very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. We will always remember Wayne as friendly, respectful of others and courageous. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Roger and Maria Hird
Dear Rose and family,
Please accept our sincere condolences.
We will miss him dearly and always enjoyed his humor and upbeat nature during the many coffee gatherings.
Wob and Mary Ploegsma
Dear Rose and family,
Please know that all of you are in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. Wayne was a wonderful man and we will all miss him.
God bless,
Edie and Marcel Potvin
Wayne was a wonderful man, full of wit and humour, always eager for a conversation. He will missed by all fortunate to have known him.
Murray and Chris Ambler
Dear Rose, Blaine, Nicole,
We are very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Dear Rose and family,
Sending our prayers and condolences to you. We will always treasure our memories of Wayne’s friendly disposition, great sense of humour and kindness.
Sending our love,
Helen and Kevin from OK Landing