Gladys passed away peacefully on October 16, 2023 in Sidney, BC surrounded by her family. Gladys was predeceased by her husband George Oelkers to whom she was happily married for 46 years.

She leaves behind daughters Susan McDonald (Ron), Kathy Oelkers-MacDonald (Brian), and Terri Oelkers, grandchildren Gary, Jennifer, and Chantal, six great-grandchildren, other family members as well as numerous friends.

Gladys was a founding member of St. Peter’s Anglican Church, a member of the Altar Guild, the ACW, and sang of the choir for many years.  She was a member of PEO for over 60 years.  She was a volunteer with the Canadian Arthritic Society and President for 2 years.

Service will be held at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, located at Grant and Elm, at 1:00 p.m., Monday, October 23, 2023.

If you desire, donations can be made to Manitoba PEO (Winnipeg Foundation), Compassionate Eye Foundation, or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family below.

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  • Gail and Tom Kendall

    Terri, Kathy and Susan,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Your Mom and Dad never missed a Wesmen basketball game. They were our biggest fans. Not just as a coach but your folks came to all of my games as a player. Which I always appreciated!
    I always told my husband Tom that as we grow older I pray we will have the kind of relationship that the Oelkers’ have!
    Finally, they are now together again!
    Love Gail and Tom Kendall

  • Ross Wylie

    So sad to hear about Aunty Glady’s passing. Condolences to everyone. She will be missed.
    Love and hugs to you all.
    Ross Wylie

  • Phyllis Doran

    Sorry about the loss of Gladys, a very dear and well-respected lady. I got to know her through being a member of St. Peter’s Anglican Church. My sympathy to all her dear family. Sincerely, Phyllis Doran.

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