The house was often filled with friends and neighbours partaking in spirited card games and enjoying the “fruits” of their Don and Carole’s daughter, Stacey, came into the world during a snowstorm on Christmas day.Ĭarole and Don built their dream home in Hatzic. With the support of her mother and father, Doris and Dean Harlow, Carole began a new chapter as single mother.Ī few rock festivals later – and legend says – a beer brawl at the Bellevue, Carole fell in love with rock n’ roll drummer, Don Chesnick, and they were married (not at the Bellevue).

Through time and circumstances, the relationship with Charles ended. After spending time at a Navy base, and upon Charles’ deployment to Vietnam, Carole returned to Canada and her first daughter, Michelle was born. She had fond memories of live performances by the greats including Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner.Ī bit of a maverick, Carole fell in love with Charles Edwards, an African American man who she married under the bright lights of Las Vegas. Carole embraced fashion and enjoyed the vibrant music scene at the Cave and other famous Vancouver venues. Inspired by the family connection with Jean Harlow, Carole embodied the glamour of old Hollywood. Carole died at Abbotsford Regional hospital, January 25, 2022, having been surrounded by the loving presence of family and friends throughout her final days.īorn in Vancouver, the youngest of three, much of Carole’s early childhood was spent as a “Hydro brat.” The family lived at remote Hydro camps at Lake Buntzen, then at Stave Falls, before moving to Mission City proper.Ĭarole graduated from Mission Secondary with a close-knit group of friends, with whom she remained connected throughout her life and who continue to recount stories of her humour and “cheekiness” in school.Īfter graduation, Carole moved to Vancouver where she worked at BC Tel.

California Man by Carole Dean