Memories of Katherine Marielle Wiele

In memory of

Katherine Marielle Wiele

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

April 21, 1950 - December 10, 2019

Apr 21, 1950 - Dec 10, 2019

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Dwight Druick

Thinking of you as I do every day, I am filled with gratitude for the joy of your spirit and friendship. Dance on my dear Ka. Dance on....

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Pierre Tetrault

Thinking of you today Katherine now that you are with Liane and Denis and Eric and Kevin and Jeremy and Adrian in eternity, no doubt all of you organizing a project in heaven for all the storytellers there. Much love P

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Pierre Tetrault

Thinking of you Katherine today and remembering so many good times going back to grade school at St Joseph's in Montreal and flashing forward to the sometimes sensational sometimes hugely challenging days of KYTES in Toronto. We worked so well together with KYTES and we both benefitted so much from our work with the young participants. Love you sister forever!

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Janice Bryan

2025, Toronto, ON, Canada

Remembering Katherine, our fun times together, studying and working together. May she RIP and may her spirit be a blessing to all she loved and all who loved her, especially her husband Steve and her daughter Mishki.

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Janice Bryan

Thinking of you especially today Katherine. May your spirit be joyful and shine love and light upon us.

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Dwight Druick

2024, Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Not a single day that passes....

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Ani Jamyang Donma aka Catherine Brock

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Ani Jamyang Donma aka Catherine Brock

Beautiful friend and Dharma sister …having tea waiting for my flight to 3 month retreat on San Juan Island... Read more Beautiful friend and Dharma sister …having tea waiting for my flight to 3 month retreat on San Juan Island Beautiful friend and Dharma sister …having tea waiting... Read more

Ani Jamyang Donma aka Catherine Brock

Still reflecting on the many multi-dimensional journeys of joy I shared with Katherine…many trips to the Peace Village in Vermont…still unfolding treasures of memories and deep contemplations…missing my dear spiritual sister and friend 🙏🏼♥️ani j

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Dwight Druick

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Dwight Druick

There is not a day that I don't think of Kathy or feel her presence in my memories. She was a life changing... Read more There is not a day that I don't think of Kathy or feel her presence in my memories. She was a life changing friend and a source... Read more There is not a day that I don't think of Kathy or feel... Read more

Dwight Druick

I am so very sorry to hear this sad news - and to hear it too late to attend the celebration of the extraordinary Ka's life. I was blessed to share many wonderful adventures with Kathy in Montreal, London, and Mykonos when we were young. I cannot put adequately in words the magic and joy that she brought to my life. Suffice it to say that she was one of the most loving, generous, and creative people I have ever had the great privilege to meet. May her spirit live on in those who loved her. My deepest sympathies to Steven and Marielle. What a blessing we have all shared. We will not meet another like her in this lifetime.

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Dwight Druick

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Dwight Druick

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Dwight Druick

As another year passes, You remain in my heart and in my fondest memories. I am ever grateful for knowing... Read more As another year passes, You remain in my heart and in my fondest memories. I am ever grateful for knowing you. May you shine on,... Read more As another year passes, You remain in my heart and ... Read more

Sandy Sheridan

Blessings for my dear Heart Sister, Katherine. Her Boundless Compassion, Fearless Courage and Deep Love for her family and community shines as a Pure Light for All to see in this and all worlds. Peace, Sandy

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Mario Iusi

My condolences to Steve and his daughter. What a wonderful presentation of life for Katherine this evening. May she Rest In Peace and stay within your hearts. All my best Mario Iusi.

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Janice Bryan

Dear Steve and Mishki, My deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear wife and mom. Katherine and I studied at The National Film Board together, in a very supportive group of aspiring young actors and directors and later in Toronto, I was fortunate to work with her on the K.Y.T.E.S. and V.O.I.C.E. Projects. Katherine was then and is now a shining star. Rest In Peace, lovely friend.

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Sharon Amer

Dear Steve and Mishki, Wade, My deepest sympathy for your loss, Love Sharon Amer Dear Steve and Mishki, Wade, My deepest sympathy for your loss, Love Sharon Amer Dear Steve and Mishki, Wade, My deepest sympathy for... Read more

Molly Lee

2012, Tibet House, NYC

Katherine with Mike Bastine presenting Sunray Peace village documentary in New York City

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Molly Lee

2019, Toronto, ON, Canada

Beautiful Katherine & Steven after a lovely walk together, a sunny, crisp November day full of light.

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Madeleine Piat-Landolt

2019, Lincoln, Vermont

Midsummer Moment to Cherish with Olivia, David, Katherine, Steven, Madeleine, and Eileen.

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Molly Lee

Neil Ross

Toronto KYTES

My profound condolences to Steven and Miskhi and all of Katherine's family. I regret I will not be able to attend the memorial because of recent memories. This is a poem I wrote on learning of Katherine's passing. The names at the end are those we used in correspondence, mine based on my character in Prince on the Punk. I don't know why Katherine called herself Madame Tinkerbelle, but it certainly suited her . . . (Sorry if does not survive the formatting.)

Kat

We drifted apart
As so many do
Over so many years.
When I heard you were departing
I didn’t go--I should have done.
And I should feel more guiltyIf I did not feel
That you are still here
And laughing at me ironically
Your gamin head tossed back
Your dancing eyes
Still living a life of passion
For life.
Undisturbed by the mere fact
That it is gone --
For you are not.
And all of us who knew you --
Had that rare privilege --
For us you are still here
Like a pillar of light.
A laughing pillar of light.

But much asI seek shelter
In that beam
I know thatI will never again
Feel the infectious ripple
Of your creativity
The moxy of your style
The sunshine
You radiated.

And I breathe again --
And I am sitting up late
Editing the program
For ‘Prince and the Punk’
With you
In the perfect knowledge
That all of the dreams open
Tomorrow night.

I know that I will go there often.
Goodnight, Madame Tinkerbelle,
Love, Fraude

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Molly Lee

Catherine Dyer

2004, Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies, Front Street East, Toronto, ON, Canada

I first met Katherine when she directed my youth group in a theatrical performance for social workers. Her compassion, kindness and joy made a huge difference in my life. May she and her family know our gratitude. Sending love and prayers.

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Ani Jamyang Donma aka Catherine Brock

Deborah Brodey

Molly Lee

Deborah Brodey

Sending my love and prayers for dear Katherine, Steven and Mishki and all of the family. I have felt Katherine's spirit smiling, dancing and soaring.

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Ani Jamyang Donma aka Catherine Brock

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Eileen Khoo

2019, Toronto, ON, Canada

At the Indigenous Garden on one of our walks this summer

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Deborah Brodey

Rev Richard and Lucie Allen

Prayers continue for dear Katherine, Steve and Mishki. May love and understanding fill and surround you- now and always, Rev Richard and Lucie 🙏🏼💖🌈

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Anne Cassidy

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Deborah Brodey

Pierre Tetrault

1960, Montreal and Toronto

Katherine was my good friend from an early age. We were in the same class through primary school at St Joseph School in Montreal.
Later we were to follow a similar career path as professional actors, she in film and me in theatre. We teamed up in 1983 to co-found the KYTES program with Kevin Lee in Kensington Market, Toronto. Katherine was a creative force much loved by me and the young participants. Her smile was so warm and direct, her laugh so huge and her courage so clear. She inspired all of us. We created many new plays together and had so many good times. It was truly "magic" as she used to say. Love you forever my friend and see you in bliss !

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Deborah Brodey

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Pierre Tetrault

Hey Katherine! Now you have almost the whole KYTES team with you in eternity! Hey Katherine! Now you have almost the whole KYTES team with you in eternity! Hey Katherine! Now you have almost the whole KYTES ... Read more

Pierre Tetrault

Denis Nadon, Kevin Lee, Eric Denison, Miles Cohen, Jeremy Wright, Adrian, oh the shows must be so so beautiful!... Read more Denis Nadon, Kevin Lee, Eric Denison, Miles Cohen, Jeremy Wright, Adrian, oh the shows must be so so beautiful! Denis Nadon, Kevin Lee, Eric Denison, Miles Cohen, ... Read more