In Memory Of

Charles Kenneth Wakelen

Sep 18, 1945 - Apr 22, 2025

Service

  There will be no service at this time.

Obituary

It is with great sadness that the family of Charles Kenneth Wakelen announce his passing on April 22, 2025, in Red Deer, Alberta at 79 years old.

Charles was born in Lethbridge, Alberta to Florence and Charles Herbert Wakelen on September 18, 1945. In September of 1969, Charles married his wife of 50 years, Chiyoko “Tami” Omotani, and began a beautiful life together in Lethbridge, where they raised their daughters. It was not until after Tami’s passing that Charles moved to Sylvan Lake, Alberta to be closer to his daughters.

Spending time with his family, playing golf, camping, fishing, or admiring vintage cars were some of his favorite activities over the years. He especially loved sharing his knowledge and stories about his life experiences with his grandchildren.

Charles is survived by his daughters Cindy (Bryan) Hickey and Cherie (Evan) Cardinal; four grandsons Brayden Hickey, Bryce Hickey, Ethan West, and Nevin West; great-grandson Braxton; and sister Marlene Swinton.

He was predeceased by his wife Tami, his parents Florence and Charles H. Wakelen, as well as his brother Ron Wakelen.

On multiple occasions, his family was reminded by others just how kind, caring, and generous Charles really was. It was not hard to see he was truly one-of-a-kind. His memory will live on in the hearts of those he touched and will be remembered forever.

Condolences

Alana Macfarlane:

So very sorry to hear about Charlie. He was such a loving and giving person. He will be missed.

Blake Johnson:

Charlie and Tami were both staples in our families lives for decades. Charlie worked along side my Great Grandfather, George, my Father, Rick, and myself at Liberty for many years.

But before that, “Uncle Charlie” and “Aunty Tami” babysat my brother and I quite a bit when we were young. I always remember eating breakfast at their house on the Northside. Aunt Tami could never make enough and Uncle Charlie always laughed.

Charlie taught me a lot as a tradesman. And I always remember the jobs we were on together. Whether a boiler repair or new pipe run, Charlie always had knowledge to share. He was old school. And old school was a dying breed. I will miss him dearly. To his entire family, I send my sincere condolences.

Blake Johnson

Linda Moore:

My deepest condolences to the family. I met Charlie in the mid 60s. Amongst this group of friends at the time, Charlie was most definitely a one-of-a-kind person.

Ray and Janet Parkinson :

Sincere condolences to Charlie’s family. He was a great friend and will always remember the good times. Godspeed Charlie.

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