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Janet Smith (nee Moar)
June 21, 2007
I had the priviledge of being a classmate of Wendell at Selkirk Collegiate. He was never afraid to be an advocate for turning things around and making them right. He had a strong sence of values, beliefs and principles and a wonderful sence of humor. He stood out and was a friend to all. The memory of a good person is a blessing. As individuals, I think there is no more difficult time than this to express our true feelings. You are all going to miss him dearly and life will be different for you because of the passing of your loved one. There will be an empty spot that only time and changing circumstance – and the grace of God – can fill. Wendell was such a fine human being - a faithful and dedicated Christian. He had a gift for making people feel loved, respected & valued and was a friend to all. My sincere condolences to your family for your great loss.
Barb & Vern Lewis
June 13, 2007
To the Carroll family:
I was privileged to work for Wendell for a short while at Husky. He was a kind and caring "professional" who valued all of his staff. May the good Lord grant you all, the strength to bear this loss, and know that Wendell himself was a true "miracle worker".
Yours in sorrow,
Diane Pries
June 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 12, 2007
To the Carroll family,
I was informed by our staff at the TBCC that Wendell had passed away. I wanted you to know that Wendell fought harder and lived longer than any patient I have treated with this cancer. He was a strong man, kind-hearted and witty. However, my enduring memory of Wendell will, in fact, be of his family. Ilona was always an incredible advocate for her husband and took care of him through some very difficult times. I recall that when he was admitted to my service at the FMC, his sons stayed with him all day and all night to be with him, working in shifts. This is what real love is. Not all of my patients are as fortunate. Wendell was a lucky man to have had such a fantastic family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I sincerely believe he is in a better place.
J. Easaw
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Lori Motuzas
June 12, 2007
Ilona & family,
I have had the pleasure of working with Wendell at Husky Energy for some time now. I have been responsible for running the "Husky Charitable Fund" and he was my main contact from our executive during so many of those years. I always received such positive and encouraging words from Wendell because it was his nature to give and help. His giving nature was in everything he did. And he proved to show that over and over again. The staff at Husky will miss him and all that he did for us.
I will miss him in a much deeper way. On Christmas day 2004 I lost my house and everything in it to a house fire. As difficult a thing as that was to go through, I had Wendell on the phone my first day back to work to follow up with me and make sure that I was going to be OK. He contacted my VP and GM and ensured that I was given time to settle my life. I wrote him a note last year to tell him that in that small jesture, he touched my life in such a large way that he could never know. Because of his thoughtfulness, my husband and kids & I got through that difficult time so much easier. My life was better for having known him, and I will forever hold him dear to me and be grateful to him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Tom and Sharon Graham
June 12, 2007
Dear Ilona and Family - How sad we are having just heard of Wendell's death. We are now recalliing our times spent together - especially those in Hong Kong. Wendell's ability to keep us organized and enthused was instrumental in the "enjoyment" of those trips!
May the memories of the times you shared with Wendall bring you comfort as you grieve for him. Be gentle with yourselves.
Our deepest sympathy,
Tom and Sharon
Penny Myall
June 12, 2007
My condolences to the entire Carroll family from a former Selkirk resident.
Rick Hoff
June 12, 2007
When we were at Bow Valley, I liked to play hockey with Wendell, but I loved playing hockey AGAINST Wendell, especially if it was later in the game and he was back on defence. I was a tad younger than he was, and played regularly, and I always thought I had a great chance to break in alone when he was on the point. Somehow though, he'd always manage to get a stick or a skate or a hand or an elbow on the puck at the most impossible moment. If I did get past him the puck would bounce away from me and end up back with him, usually to be immediately thrown back into harm's way. And on the rare occasion I did get free, he'd compliment me after the play. It took me a few games to realize he was trying to throw me off by being nice to me. That became as distracting as his incredible ability to make the desperation play.
He was the kind of man who could brighten up the darkest moment. It was a ray of sunshine to run into him, even if it was only a hello when passing on the street. It's an honor to know him.
Laurie Hellwig
June 12, 2007
Kevin,
So sorry on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nick [Rouslan] Newman
June 12, 2007
Wendell helped my wife and I to get through a difficult crisis back in 2003. For this, I am eternally greatful. Wendell's expressions that helped me get by in life: "It ain't over till it's over" (said while helping his team to get through Fracmaster's bankruptcy), "Just help people" (an advice on how to get ahead in life). Thank you Wendell.
Tan
June 11, 2007
Ilona,
Our sincerest sympathy and condoleances to the extended family. We wish you all the strength to go through these difficult times.
I considered myself very fortunate to have worked with and known Wendell, his wisdom and humor has tremendously impacted my life.
Miming and Eng Hoo
Kim Ralstin
June 11, 2007
To the Carroll Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories bring you strengh during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim, Paul, Allysa and Marin Ralstin
Max Patel
June 11, 2007
Ilona,
We woud like to extend our deepest sympathies and sincerest condolenses to you and your family. Wendell was a Great Man. He was a Man of Principles, NOT a Yes Man. He was always very fair to all. Kapu and I were very fortunate to have known him from his days at Fracmaster. If there is anything we can do to help, please do not hesitate to ask as we would not miss the opportunity to return the many favours we owe Wendell. May God Bless you and your family and give you strength in these difficult times.
Kapu and Max Patel
Ed Pawluk
June 11, 2007
Growing up in Selkirk with a friend like Wendell, were the greatest moments in my life.He was a friend to all.
My condolences to the Carroll family.
Margaret Wheeler-McFadyen
June 11, 2007
I had the good fortune to work for Wendell at Dome Petroleum. Having him as a boss was the best time of my working life. I will never forget his caring and compassion and all that he taught me. May God comfort all of you at this time. Margaret Wheeler
Lulu Crespo
June 11, 2007
Dear Ilona and family...
Having worked with Wendell as our Social Club Advisor for so many years, was a great time for me. We had lots of fun and I enjoyed his candidness and wit. We exchanged thoughts and ideas and he was quick to pick up on changes I needed for the club...which he generously accepted and implemented. He always had time for me. As well, we exchanged views and opinions on company matters, which was a great opportunity I had. Thank you, Wendell..I will miss you! And to you, Ilona, and the family, may you live in the memories you shared with Wendell and that this be a source of peace for you. I shall remember you all in my prayers. My deepest and sincerest sympathies in the loss of someone so loved. May the Lord bless you all and keep you in His love.
Amish Patel
June 11, 2007
Mr. Carroll was an examplar of being "a class act". He was a great man who never looked down upon anybody and even took the time out of his busy days to help an entry-level kid understand the business world. For that I will be indebted to him forever.
My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Carroll's family.
I think the following quote summarizes this great man's disposition in life quite well,
"Never look down on anybody unless you're helping him up." - Jesse Jackson
Les Margetak
June 11, 2007
Wendell was a good man and I feel privileged to have known him. My condolences to his family.
Curtis Pixley
June 11, 2007
To the Carroll family,
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. I see Wendell's proud legacy everyday through his son Kyle. May your fond memories soon overcome your feelings of sorrow.
Bill Sawchuk
June 11, 2007
Kevin,
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. I'm sorry for your loss, but it's good to know your dad was able to fight as long as he did.
Mike & Carrie Berkes (Adam)
June 11, 2007
To the Carroll family,
May God be with all of you in your time of sorrow.
Raimo Keto
June 10, 2007
I have had the pleasure of working with Wendell on two separate occasions, ten years apart, both at great distance; he in Calgary, I in Indonesia. Wendell was one of the truly greats with his good humor and sage advice. He has had an indelible impact on me and my family and I am privileged to have known him.
Linda Leinweber
June 9, 2007
Dear Ilona and family,
Wendall was such a good man. He will be missed by anyone who knew him. You have our deepest sympathy.
Larry & Nancy McDonald
June 9, 2007
Ilona & Family;
I worked with Wendall at Bow Valley and developed a real fondness and respect for him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Natalie Farden
June 9, 2007
Dear Kody, Tracy & Family,
So sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts are with you all during this time.
Natalie, Curtis & Max Kostrosky
June 8, 2007
Kevin, My condolences to you. Myron
Holger Kluge
June 8, 2007
My deepest sympathies to Ilona and her extended family. Some of us were fortunate to have been touched by Wendell's wit, warmth and caring nature. What a wonderful difference one single life made.
Walt & Irene DeBoni
June 8, 2007
Your family should take some comfort from the fact the Wendell left this world a better place than when he entered it because of his good works. He was an amazing individual that we are proud to have known.
Ray & Sue Ference
June 8, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sheila Thompson
June 8, 2007
Carroll Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep good faith, hope and strength.
Love Sheila and Sophia Thompson
Colleen Willmer
June 8, 2007
Kyle and Family,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Our thoughts our with you and we send our deepest sympathy.
Colleen and Heather (Streamline Energy Group)
Don & Suesan Munro
June 8, 2007
I worked with Wendell at Fracmaster and then again at Husky. I feel very blessed and privileged to have had the opportunity to work alongside Wendell. He was a man of integrity,steady and solid even in the face of adversity.
We have lost a truly great man.
My husband and I send our sincerest condolences to the Carroll Family.
Audrey and Jerry Hawthorne
June 8, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your many memories bring you some comfort through this difficult time. I know Wendell will continue to be a special guardian angel who will continue to watch over all of you.
Bill Robinson
June 8, 2007
I had the very good fortune of working with Wendell albeit only for just over a year after he hired me as Husky's Manager of Human Resources. In that short period of time, however, I learned so much from him. His sage advice and good counsel will always be remembered but more important was his strength of character and his resilency when things seemed to go wrong. He was an inspiration to me personally and will be remembered by many of his friends and associates at Husky. Wendell will be missed by us all but we will always cherish and celebrate the time we had together.
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