Olga SCHROEDER

WILKIE, Olga Schroeder - November 5, 1918 - February 15, 2008 Peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital, with her family by her side at the age of 89. Olga will be deeply missed by her husband of 58 years, Russell Wilkie. Beloved mother of Stephen Wilkie (Kathy), Douglas Wilkie (Elena) and Anna Wilkie Egli (Bobby). She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Amber, Gregory, Dylan, Allison, Caitlin, Emma, Ethan and Sarah, as well as her brother, Wilbur Schroeder. She is predeceased by her brothers Paul, Rudy, Elmer and Gilbert and by sisters Lily and Helen. Olga was raised on a farm near Peotone, Illinois and served in the U.S. Women's Army Corps until she married Russ in the Canadian Army and moved to Quebec City. They were then stationed in Whitehorse and Downsview and Fort Henry Heights, until they made their home in Amherstview. Olga was a loving wife and a dedicated homemaker who loved to care for her family. She loved gardening, sewing, quilting, needlework, travel and bridge. She volunteered her time at the KGH Cancer Clinic for over 20 years and was an active member of Edith Rankin Memorial UCW for many years. A memorial service was held at Edith Rankin Memorial United Church on Monday, February 18, 2008, officiated by Reverend Micheline Montreuil. Olga will return home to Peotone, Illinois for interment later in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Edith Rankin Memorial United Church would be appreciated by the family. (Donations by cheque only please). 10993376