Hi Jan ,Kim and Family:

Just a short note to let you know I am thinking about you today. 
Bill was such a wonderful,  loving, caring person and, it is hard to believe that it has been 5 years since he passed away into the arms of our Lord and Saviour. 
Love and Best Wishes,
Art

Our deepest condolences To Aunt Janet, Kim and family for your loss of Bill, 
Uncle Bill came looking and found  us in Edmonton in 1969. Thus began our relationship with our long "lost" Uncle.  For years ongoing, Uncle Bill kept us "rolling in the aisles" laughing with his stories,  warm charm and wit. I still chuckle when I think about  his McCain foods and navy stories. He passed along excellent advice and mentorship to me and  my brother as we grew into adults.   Whether it was about education, women, golf or business he always had an idea, an answer, a quip, a story or a solution. Uncle Bill was a great  passionate role model with family and business  front and centre in all those visits and talks. He always stayed in touch and was always interested in how we were doing. His generosity of spirit and kindness never faltered in all those years.  We will miss him greatly. Men like him do not come along  often. I feel deeply honoured to have known and loved him. We will always cherish the warm moments with him and Aunt Janet.  
warmest sympathies,
 Michael & Cheryl Karpow 

 So lost without you, I can’t believe you are gone.  You were such a special, kind-hearted, loving, caring, empathetic soul. A man who showed me the way of life and gave me all the tools I need to survive.
One of your greatest loving legacies was your sense of humour. You put people at ease immediately with your one liners, and kept them laughing. Like, “What’s a pretty girl like you doing in a place like this?” If they didn’t respond with a giggle or smile you would repeat the joke to make sure they got it.

You loved to laugh. Whenever you made a mistake, instead of getting frustrated you would just make some sort of sarcastic remark,  give a little belly giggle with your tongue between your teeth like the big kid that you were. You made so many funny remarks which kept you always chuckling. Your grandchildren and great grandchildren definitely acquired this sense of humour.

You meant the world to us all. There was not a single time I can think of that you were not there for us. You had the biggest heart, and would do anything for someone in need. You were one in a million.

You will always be on my mind and forever in my heart. We love you blueberry bill! See you on the other side.

I owned Rosebay florist for 10 years and I remember bringing flowers to Jan and Bill many times.  I always enjoyed their happy faces.  I’ve sold my business some 3 years ago and only about a month or 6 weeks ago did I happen to be getting my nails done and there they were getting pedicures.  I was so excited to see them again and we had a lovely chat.  Bill was laughing and they were talking of the plans they had to do that day with their children and grandkids.  Jan, you and Bill were so sweet with each other.  My heart goes out to you and your family.  He will be so missed I’m sure.  My heart is broken for you.  I had no idea Bill had passed and I’m sorry I missed the funeral.  I’m thinking of you and your family. Tracy Neufeldt 

Jan, Kimmy and family our warm thoughts are with you and our memories.  Many a wonderful evening Bill and Jan would grace our restaurant for a quiet dinner.  It was wonderful to see them come through the door. It was always a happy time.  Not only were they good customers, but were always so kind to our own Kim.  Taking her home on several occasions like we were family. She had such fun!! To your many accomplishments, to your warmth and kindness, we toast you Bill.  Just like the old days !!!  Richard, Kathy, and our Kim (Berg)  Thor's Restaurant.

For the two days since I learned of Bill's passing on, memories of our infrequent but genuine and greatly appreciated conversations have been most pleasant flashbacks.  They often touched on hockey and blueberries.  When I was suddenly hospitalized, I was most surprised to receive the gift of two books on hockey to keep me busy.  I learned a lot from that generous and sincere act, a simple one for which I belatedly thank you, Jan and Bill.

That impressions can form quickly is another lesson confirmed when I first met Bill.  That first meeting, and all subsequent ones, were always a pleasure.  That was an example to which I can only strive, and one for which I am grateful.

To Jan and family, my deepest condolences.  I can only imagine that his is a particularity big presence to miss.  May you find peace in your memories and the Hope of God.




I just learned this morning of Bill's passing, I read it in the paper......so sad I missed his funeral.  My heart goes to out to the whole family even though I only knew Jan & Bill when they would come through ABC (Now Ricky's).  Bill was always kind and funny and Jan always looking beautiful, smiling and happy.  What a lovely couple you made together, I'm so sorry Jan. My heart really goes out to you. You both used to say hello to Chuck and I, my friend who is now 95 and we ate lunch there regularly.  You both always made a point of coming over and saying hello, no matter how busy you were and making our day even brighter. I just phoned Chuck to let him know, and he sends his love. He said we will see Bill again on the otherside, because he will  be in Heaven.  Hugs and Squishes to  all of you.


I have very fond memories serving bill and his family at the Savoy Restaurant,he was quite the character,always smiling  He will be missed by all that new him Joyce McClure


Heartfelt sadness for your loss Jan Kim and family. I have fond memories of serving all of you on xmas eve at the savoy restaurant and serving many lunches to you two. I also have a fond memory of him saying I almost ran him over with my bike but it was the other way around.He will be missed by all that knew him .   Sue King 

We can't feel saddened over the loss of those we love without first remembering the joy of loving them.  The real sadness would have been never having had them in our lives at all.  Remembering is a journey the heart takes, back into a time that was, and our thoughts are the only tickets needed to ride. 
Uncle Bill, I will love you forever and remember you always.  Jenny xoxo

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William Charles Whaley

26 janvier 1939 – 30 mai 2018

Henderson's Fraser Valley Funeral Home

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