Wade Kenneth Van Dresar (aka: BIGGUY)
October 22, 1963 - October 8, 2026
In Loving Memory
Wade Kenneth Van Dresar (aka: BIGGUY)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wade Van Dresar. Wade passed away peacefully Thursday October 8, 2026 in Kelowna, BC at the age of 62.
Wade was born in Vernon BC but spent most of his life living in Enderby BC. He loved his family, friends and fishing. Baseball was another of Wade’s loves. He was a huge Jay’s fan and played ball for many years and on many teams in Enderby. One of his greatest legacies was forming the Crushers ball team many years ago. Today his granddaughters run the team. He was very proud. He had the kindest soul and was loved by everyone who knew him. He was everyone’s BIGGUY. Wade only had to meet you once and you were his friend forever. He had the biggest heart!
He is survived by the love of his life, his wife Andrea Van Dresar.
His mother Virginia Whitlock, stepmother Kathy Van Dresar, sisters Maralee Van Dresar and Lorrie (Jeff) Beliveau. He was pre-deceased by his father Earnest Van Dresar.
His children: Rob (Robynne) Starr, Michelle (Stuart) Vetter, Kyle Hayward, Stefan (Paige) Van Dresar, Chris (Erin) Van Dresar.
His Grandchildren: Alexis Vetter (Quito Bruns), Emma Vetter (Rod May), Liam Van Dresar, William Starr, Meadow Starr, Regan Van Dresar and Benjamin Van Dresar.
Left to mourn his loss are numerous friends, family and co-workers.
You are forever in our hearts and we will miss you very much.
Services will be held on Sunday, October 25th from 12:00pm – 2:00pm at the Splatsin Community Centre (5767 Old Vernon Road, Enderby BC, V0E 1V0).
In Lieu of flowers donations may be made in Wade’s name to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #98 in Enderby, BC. He would love that.
Arrangements entrusted to
Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services 250-546-7237
Condolences may be expressed to the family by phone or email through Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services:
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Comments: 12
Uncle Gene and our family send you our thoughts, condolences and love. Everyone please take care of yourself.
Love Aunt Joan and Uncle Gene
We are incredibly sorry for your loss. Wade was a true friend & is missed.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Wade was a great family man and friend to everyone. We disagreed strongly with each other’s views on some things but we treated each other with respect.
I shall miss him.
Very sad to hear of Wade’s passing. I was a new hire haul truck operator with Wade at the mine in 2012 and he was a very kind and friendly man. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Matt Starr
Wade had a huge heart and a great mind. and my memories of our talks together will stay with me forever. So sad to lose one of the real good ones – especially so young.
Condolences to Wades family and close friends.
May you Rest Easy Big Guy.
My Big Guy, you were the best friend a girl could ask for. I will cherish all the great memories we made, especially while we were Crushers. I will miss and love you every day. Rest easy My Big Guy ❤️
So sorry to hear of Wade’s passing, he was a great man. Condolences to the Family and all his friends.
Very saddened to hear of wades passing a great guy gone too soon RIP Big guy
My condolences 🙏
I’m going to try to make it I just have to make sure I have transportation so sorry for your loss RIP
My heart goes out to your family, Wade was my friend Bill’s best friend in high school. All through the years he was always so kind to me. Gone too soon, and i wish his wife and kids so many prayers for your loss and sorrow. I understand the broken heart of losing someone so Dear.
My condolences from Marilyn Kjelgren Grad 82 and my son Tyler Kjelgren.
Our condolences to all of the family. I played ball against Wade for many years and have known him forever. He was such a great guy, will certainly be missed