Dr. Carol Linda Jenken of Victoria, BC died at home on April 8, 2022 after a lengthy illness. She was born on July 7, 1954 in Barrhead, AB. She was predeceased by her eldest brother, Don. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Lorne Verhulst; children, Glenys, Graeme (Jasmine); grandchildren, Neeve and Desmond; and Mark (Annie); granddaughter, Avery; sisters, Judith and Evelyn; brothers, Daryl and Bill.
Carol was a compassionate family physician much loved by her patients. Her love of family was central to her meaning in life. She expressed her creativity through her weaving and knitting. She was admired by family for her festive dinners. She will be remembered for her limitless kindness.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the Sequoia Centre, at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, on Thursday, July 7, 2022, at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Cancer Research Society, https://www.societederecherchesurlecancer.ca/en.
For those who can’t attend in person, please see the link below to attend virtually.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82679846600?pwd=TnZYQlVjVU00aWFLRFVNd011V1RPQT09
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Johanne Sherber
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Sherry Baskerville-Bridges I had the pleasure of working with Carol, and working for her as a locum. She also cared for some of my in-laws. We are so sorry to hear about her passing, she is greatly missed.
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Brenda Harris Baron On behalf of Carol’s classmates from Lorne Jenken High School, I extend our sincerest sympathy to all of her family. At our recent reunion Carol was remembered and sorely missed. May she rest in eternal peace.
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Linda Faith Green Dear Lorne and Family we are sorry to hear of the passing of Carol Jenken. We only knew her through work. She was kind, patient and always supportive of us in our unusual practice,
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Kat I didn’t know Carol at all, but knowing the bright, shining, cheerful, crafty light that Glenys is, I can only imagine that Carol was also a shining gem of a human. Big hugs to Glenys and family, and thanks to Carol for leaving the world a more beautiful place for having been in it.
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John Gehan Lorne and family,
Sorry to hear of Carol’s death. I hope you can all emerge stronger.
John Gehan
St. Paul. Minnesota USA
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Katharine McKeen Dear Lorne and Family.
Please accept my deep condolences on Carol’s passing. She was a kind person who will be dearly missed by all.
My thoughts are with all of you.
Katharine
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Anna-Maria Laughlin Anna-Maria Laughlin and Maria Bown (deceased)
Carol was our family doctor for many years. She was an amazing doctor and extremely kind and caring. As my mother’s condition deteriorated over the years, Carol was our rock. My mother’s end of life care was the best it could be, thanks to Carol and her referral to an amazing Palliative Care team. She was a great doctor and always quick to diagnose and treat (or refer) if needed. I often wonder if I would still be here, if it wasn’t for her. She picked up on symptoms I never noticed (even though I am a nurse). My thoughts are with Carol’s family, friends and colleagues. I know she has been missed by all her previous patients since she had to leave her practice. She will be fondly remembered.
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Gail BLAIS I was sad to hear of the death of Carol. I only knew her as one of her patients and as I’m a nurse.
I always found her to be professional, never rushed, and caring. I remember, when I was working in Home and Community, overhearing a young nurse phoning a doctor and saying after how much she appreciated phoning that particular doctor because they understood that sometimes she needed some time to do explanations, as she was new. I guessed that it was Doctor Jenken that she had been speaking with, and I was correct.
Anytime I met up with her at a conference or even just around the hospital, she was always friendly and seemed to value what others had to say.
My condolences to her family.
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Jack and Denise Sturmwind Our deepest condolences to the Verhulst and Jenken families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack and Denise Sturmwind.
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John Chiu Lorne….my deepest condolences for you and your family…
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Frank Dwyer Dear Lorne,
Again, my deepest condolences on this painful and terrible loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, and will remain
So for much time to come.
Frank
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M. J. Boulanger Sincerest condolences to you Lorne and your Family.
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Karen Grimsrud My deepest condolences to you and your family Lorne. Carol was a sweet, considerate med school classmate and human being. Such a loss to her family, friends, patients and professional colleagues.
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Robert Prokopetz Dear Lorne,
Very sad to hear of Carol’s passing. It’s been many years since we’ve all been classmates in medical school but I still remember both Carol and you with great fondness.
Wishing you, your children, and their families all of the best.
Rob Prokopetz (U of A Med Class 1987)
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Val Nicholson Lorne,
We send you all our love at this very difficult time. You are close in our thought and prayers.
May Carol’s memory always be a blessing.Val and Brent
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BRUCE RITCHIE Hey Lorne. Sorry to hear about Carol. Wishing you and your family strength and courage.
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Kevin Stewart Our sincerest condolences to you Lorne on the passing of your soulmate and to your family for the loss of this remarkable lady. She was an extraordinary woman, physician, sister, mother, and grandmother. Her calm demeanor, kindness, compassion, and expertise were unmatched. Warmest regards. Kevin and Debbie Stewart.
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Laura Chapman Lorne and family,
We are saddened to learn of Carol’s passing. She was a superb and caring physician to our family and greatly missed. Our hearts and thoughts open to you as you grieve her loss which is all too soon. May you be comforted by the love of Carol’s friends and comforted by precious memories.
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Margot Swinburnson My sincere condolences to Carol’s family. As a Community case manager in the Sarin program I worked closely with Carol, finding the best possible supports for frail and elderly patients. She was kind, compassionate and so very connected to her patients. Her loss to the Division, her patients and to her family is immense. My thoughts are with all of you.
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Richard and Shirley Dear Lorne,
You are in our thoughts as Carol’s time with you and your family comes to an end. So sad.
Cherish your many memories of her kind ways.
Richard and Shirley
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Wende Hinkelman I am so sorry to read of Dr. Jenken’s passing. She was a very kind and caring physician to me and I had so much respect for her. I was just thinking about her the other day, wondering how she was doing. I was sad to lose her as my doctor, but even more sad for her family and friends. She was a wonderful person.
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Liz Emmerzael (Yuill) Lorne and family, Judith, Evelyn, Daryl, Bill and families.
I am so sorry to hear of Carol’s passing from cancer. I lost my husband Bill to cancer as well in Nov. of 2020 so I have an idea of the tough times you have been through. Bill and Carol’s brother Don were in the same graduating class, Judith and I were also in the same class and Evelyn and my sister Jean were good friends, also in the same class. Barrhead was a small town and the Jenken family and Yuill family were good friends. I remember Carol well and she was always such a nice person. I saw her last when she was visiting Lorne’s Mom who had recently moved into Rutherford Assisted Living in Edmonton where my Mom Anne Yuill was also living. Thinking of you all and praying for you at this very sad time.
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Jean Yuill My condolences to your whole family. Carol will be dearly missed by all.
Love Jeannie Yuill (Barrhead)
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Lisa Veres Dear Lorne and family,
All my condolences for the loss of your lovely Carol. Such a loss for our community.
With much sympathy,
Lisa Veres
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Tim Troughton Lorne, on behalf of Divisions of Family Practice, we express our sorrow at the news of Carol’s passing. We send blessings to your family at this time.
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Manon Pepin On behalf of the Cancer Research Society, I am sending to Dr. Jenken’s family and friends all warmest love and deepest sympathy.
Manon Pepin, president and CEO, Cancer Research Society
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Diane Boisclair Lorne and Family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy
Diane, Heather and Evan
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Carol and Walter Verhulst Lorne, Glenys, Graeme, Jasmine, Neeve, Desmond, Mark, Annie, Avery and Judith:
We are profoundly sorry that Carol passed away. Our thoughts and prayers have been and continue to be with the Jenken and Verhulst family. We are grateful for all our special memories that we will treasure forever, especially her kind, soft spoken nature, and always being concerned about everyone around her.
Take care. All our love (and hugs), Walter and Carol
Dr. Verhulst and families – and the Shelbourne Medical Clinic
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Doctor Carol Jenken. I am a long time patient of the clinic. I saw Carol only a few times and found her to be very kind and helpful. Dr. Verhulst I find your strength and dedication to the clinic amazing. You are a remarkable doctor and I thank you for working so hard to keep this clinic open during these difficult times.
With heartfelt sympathy – Johanne