WAYNE ROBERT O'KEEFE

Condolences & Memories (8 entries)

• A rose lasts often but a day, but, oh, the joy it gives. Life too is measured not by "days" but by the love one gives. Angela (Drolet) Creek - Posted by: Angela (Drolet) Creek (Close Friend and Neighbour) on: Sep 20, 2012

• I met Wayne and his wife Carol when they moved in next door. Both lovely people. I had the opportunity to know both of them well and Wayne especially the last six years. He became a very good friend to me. Which he was in every sense of the word to all of his friends. He always had a good sense of humor, loved to debate and we talked many hours about life and other things. He provided me with so much guidance. Wayne was always a very giving caring person. He cared more about everyone else and put those people foremostly first before himself always. Wayne and I always kept in contact whether yard work, or just checking in to see how he was doing, visting or phonecalls. He always had such good heart and honest insight never wanting to divuldge too much of an opinion even when I knew he had one. He was so caring and I will miss him very much as will many others. My deepest sympathies to the family Jeff, Steve and the O'Keefe family. I will miss you Wayne, you are missed by so many beside myself. You were and still are well loved by all who knew you. I will miss Oke very much. - Posted by: Angela (Drolet) Creek (Close Friend and Neighbour) on: Sep 20, 2012

• It is certainly a shock to see that Wayne has passed on so suddenly. I met Wayne while curling at the Granite C.C. Thursday morning seniors league. Wayne was an excellent curler and easy to like. Wayne always had time to chat and joke around..a very sincere guy with a dry but wonderful sense of humour. We will miss Wayne and his warm personality. My sincere condolences to his sons and family. - Posted by: Ronald Smith (Fellow Granite Curler) on: Sep 20, 2012

• I’m deeply saddened to hear the news of Wayne's passing. Although we’ve not seen each other in recent years, he always held a special place in my heart. We had many great times together and I especially enjoyed taking a few dimes from him at Southwood. Wayne was a good friend. Our thoughts, prayers and sincere condolences to Steve and Jeff and family. - Posted by: Mike Marion (Friend) on: Sep 20, 2012

• Thinking back over the years and looking at multi pictures,I remember the good times at 2 Kilmarnock Bay. Carole and Wayne were such super hosts and organized many get-togethers-cribbage tournaments,25th anniversaries,birthday parties,etc. I recall the many New Year Eve's we spent at Norberry Community Club,Celebrations Dinner Theatre,and their home. I remember when Luc & I stayed at their home to "watch the boys" when they went with the Parkhursts across the line.(I know you managed to sneak out the basement window Steve.) Wayne was always there for Carole and the boys no matter what.I remember all the time he spent at Norberry for the boys and their sports.And the Halloween night I went there and he was dressed up in costume giving out treats. Talking to Wayne on the phone these past 6 years,he always spoke proudly of his boys and his grandchildren. And he always sounded so lonely. He never got over losing the love of his life. Can't believe they're both gone now-Far too young!! But they belonged together and now they are. For that ,I'm happy. But I miss them and will always hold them close in my memories. My heart goes out to their children and I pray they can find comfort and peace in remembering the good times. - Posted by: Gwen Rodrigue (Friend) on: Sep 20, 2012

• Dad and I loved life together. I have great memories of Dad, he was always there for me whatever the case. I'll forever be happy. Thanks. How am I suppose to beat you at golf now? - Posted by: Steve O'Keefe (Son) on: Sep 19, 2012

• I first met Wayne in accounting classes in the 1970's, and I think we are among the few who have kept in touch ever since. Over the years we have worked together, golfed together, and spent many afternoons discussing life, current events, and every other topic you can imagine. Although we have drifted apart in the last couple of years, I still consider Oke to be a dear friend, and will sadly miss him. - Posted by: Gary Rand (Friend) on: Sep 19, 2012

• Brian and I have many, many fond memories of Wayne and Carole. We first met in 1968. They were our "bestest" friends until Brian and I separated in 1986, but we both stayed in close contact individually. We spent many hours with Wayne and Carole playing bridge, always guys vs girls. Carole and I knew that we only had to wait for Brian and Wayne to have a couple of drinks and we could beat them. We made many cross border trips to Grand Forks (with and without children) and for some reason always felt we had to empty the open liquor bottles before we reached the border. We organized a few very memorable car rallies (Parkhurst, O'Keefe, O'Keefe, Parkhurst, aka POOP). On Father's Day we would sit on their lawn and watch the Marathon, while sipping coffee and Baileys. If I wanted to try a new recipe, they were my guinea pigs. We shared the good and bad, for many years. They are the only friends of mine who ever met my parents and all my siblings. I heard so many stories about Carole's family that I feel I know them all personally. Carole's passing, and now Wayne's, has left a huge hole in our lives. They will be forever missed. - Posted by: Donna Parkhurst (long time friend) on: Sep 19, 2012