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Carole Jacobson, B.Com.
October 30, 2023
He left a marvelous legacy in his daughter, Dr.Michelle Oakley, a Canadian vet in the Yukon, and his exceptional granddaughters, Sierra, Maya, and Willow. They are doing more than serving animals: they are shining the light of the critical, positive impact that interpersonal contacts can provide to all. And all they do is done knowing Shane, (Dad) is there, giving each of them such a solid foundation, a north star.
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Tara Krovvidi
December 22, 2022
Sorry to hear about your loss I know you don't know me I am just an avid watcher of your show Yukon Vet you are a ver6 brave woman working with them big animals may God bless you and your family in his arms and keep ya'll safe!! God bless & Merry Christmas 2022
Jacobson: C. & L., daughter
October 31, 2022
Dear Dr. Oakley, Shane, Willow, Sierra, Maya,
Another year - Nov 2022 , since your Father/Grandfather, Farther in law passed. We hope the tears of past years are those of remembrance: the good life you each helped him know he was loved. Keep well. Kindest wishes, Carole & (daughter) Lisa
Jacobson, Steveston North, Richmond
BC.
Carole Jacobson, B.Com. Steveston BC
June 11, 2021
Dr Oakley, You have been 50% of my ability to still "be" here: you said "people would recover better & faster if they were like dogs....live in the moment". I am sure your Dad knew without a tiny doubt how much he was loved by you, Shane & girls. Loss is hard; so I hope you choose to remember ONLY the good times.
Carole, June 11/21. I planted a tree in your honour in my community to replace one the city took. Am up to 120evergreens and I think of your motivational persona weekly. Thank you so much.
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donna darden
April 11, 2021
I am sorry for your loss. I am sure he was proud of his family.
Thomas Sireno
September 2, 2020
I watch his daughter save animals every day. I looked him up after I saw a show dedicated to him. He must have been a great man to raise such a wonderful daughter. God bless and my heart goes out to Michelle and all your family
Karla Hoffman
November 10, 2019
Dr.Oakley I am so sorry for your loss...my prayers are with you and your family.
Jim / Lyn Frejek
November 6, 2018
Georgia & Family -- Our love to you all.
Tom Hasse
November 6, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss.
Always had a fun time at the Plantinga house. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Irene McLain
November 5, 2018
I'm so very sorry to hear of the passing of Steve. He was a great guy and fun to be with, especially on the golf course. He will be missed.
Larry Crozier
November 4, 2018
So very sorry to hear of Steves passing. My heart goes out to his family.
Judi Hart
November 4, 2018
Georgia I am so very very sorry to read this. Grief is so hard, lean on the good memories of a long happy marriage.
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