Wendy Ann DeCorte (nee Franklin), passed away in the presence of loved ones at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria BC on September 17th, 2024 at the age of 77.
Wendy is survived by her husband, Brian George DeCorte; her daughter Debbie and her son Tim, her grandchildren Brody and Erin and her great-grandchildren Harley and Joshua. Forever loved and remembered by her siblings Bob Franklin (Patti), and Gay Haycox (Ron), nephews Scott and Blair, nieces Jennifer and Michelle, best friend Suzanne MacDougal as well as numerous other family members and close friends. Wendy was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Martha Franklin and recently by her brother-in-law Ron Haycox. Wendy was born in Toronto on October 13th, 1946. She grew up in Baie-D’Urfé and attended Macdonald high school. Most of her 20s were spent residing in Quebec. Life events eventually led to Wendy relocating with her daughter to BC to be closer to her parents. It was here, in 1984, that Wendy met and married Brian. Their love, loyalty and shared adventures carried them through the next 39 years.
Wendy had many varied interests and passions throughout her life. When she wasn’t hiking in alpine meadows or taking extended road trips to the US to discover family history, she was writing books, furthering her education or volunteering her time with various causes. Her love of music, laughter and people was unparalleled. She was the type of person who could burst into song in the kitchen, tell you a joke that would leave you in stitches and who would always be at the ready to fight for the underdog.
There are no number of words that could ever sum up the total of Wendy’s life. She wanted nothing more than to have more time here. Her battle through two rare forms of Cancer (Waldenstrom’s and Cholangiocarcinoma) was lengthy, diligent, courageous and mighty.
“And when one of us is gone
And one of us is left to carry on
Then remembering will have to do
Our memories alone will get us through” ~ Helen Reddy
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Michele Foss
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Leeanna Carr Loosing Wendy is such a great loss that I know all of you will feel forever. I’m so glad you Brian and Debbie had such special times with Wendy near the end. Memories are a Blessing that will slowly help you go on. I love all of you so much.
Love Leeanna
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Karen Groundwater Sending condolences to the family. I will remember my conversations with Wendy and miss them. She was a lovley person and I am glad I met her. Will miss seeing when my husband and I come over to see our grandchildren which were her great grandchildren. No more pain or suffering until we meet again.❤️
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Donna Mikkelsen To the family, I am so sorry for your loss, but please remember she is still with you in the sunshine that comes through the darkest of clouds and in the most oddest of places. When you are remembering an event or thought that has her in it. You will learn to live with her in your heart and soul where she always was and will be forever.
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family Deb ❤️ May all the love and memories of your beautiful mother comfort you and those she loved.