Author Janette Oke, best known for writing ‘When Calls the Heart’, lost her husband in a car accident. After his death she found out he had been cheating on her with another woman and made an Instagram post detailing what happened. The story went viral and is now considered one of the most successful books written by women in Canada
Janette Oke is a well-known author in Canada. Her books, When Calls the Heart and The Christmas Box are both based on her life story. In 2011, her husband died of cancer.
When the Heart Calls, Crown Media
The family of “When Calls the Heart” has lost a founding member. Dr. Edward Oke, the spouse of Janette Oke, the author of “When Calls the Heart,” died in early January. “When Calls the Heart,” a Hallmark Channel series, is based on Oke’s novels.
Brian Bird, a co-creator, I shared the news on Facebook and Twitter.
Brian Bird, the show’s co-creator, announced the news on social media to “When Calls the Heart” viewers. “#Heartties, our dear Janette Oke lost her husband of 64 years, Dr. Edward Oke, on January 3rd, after a lengthy cancer struggle,” he added. Janette was at his side when he died, as one would expect from the author of WCTH and so many other novels on faith and love.
Our dear Janette Oke lost her husband of 64 years, Dr. Edward Oke, on January 3rd, after a lengthy cancer struggle. Janette was at his side when he died, as one would expect from the author of WCTH and so many other novels on faith and love. https://t.co/LSisUrGjr6
January 15, 2022 — Brian Bird (@brbird)
The “Hearties” family, as fans of “When Calls the Heart” are known, came to show their support for Oke and express their condolences.
Gracie wrote on Twitter: “To Mrs Janette Oke: What comfort to know that your beloved knew & served the LORD. There will be a reunion someday! ‘In my Father’s house are many mansions…’ John 14:2”
“Sending much love, prayers, and hugs to Janette Oke, her family, and all those who loved Dr. Edward Oke,” posted ShelbysHope on Twitter.
“Praying for God’s consolation for her and their loved ones,” posted LucaBeth Writer on Twitter. What a gift to have him for so long. “Please accept my sympathies.”
My thoughts & prayers are with her & love ones. After 64 years together it’s an immeasurable lost. But being a woman of such strong faith in God,she will eventually find peace in her heart.This goodby is only temporary, they will be united again in heaven,true love never die.💔🙏
January 16, 2022 — NancyHOalways (@NancyPomsx3)
“I’m thinking about Janette Oke and her family today and sending love and prayers,” Pia Sprague commented.
He Had a Seminary Master’s Degree & a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration
Edward Oke acquired a master’s degree from Goshen Seminary after he and his wife married, then a Ph.D. in higher education management from Andrews University, according to his obituary in Rimbey Review.
“It was very significant for him to assist young people learn and develop in their Christian faith,” his obituary said. He enjoyed interacting with his numerous pupils, and they frequently called him “Favorite Professor.”
Because he conducted so many student weddings, his students dubbed him “College Cupid,” according to Rimbey Review.
Edward and Janette Oke are the parents of three children, sixteen grandkids, and seventeen great-grandchildren.
Janette Oke revealed that her husband was the president of Mountain View Bible College in an interview with Dove.org. She told Dove that she thought being a homemaker was her true calling.
“There is no greater honor or responsibility bestowed upon any woman than that of becoming a homemaker.” “That is my first priority,” she said.
Oke was a key player in the Hallmark Channel’s “When Calls the Heart” series. Bird revealed on Twitter that she made a cameo on the program in 2016.
#Hearties, did you notice Elizabeth greeting the woman as she walked out the door? Guess who you missed if you blinked? @WCTH TV’s Janette Oke
April 4, 2016 — Brian Bird (@brbird)
Bird also said that Oke is always given a sneak peek of the television show’s intentions, and that he supported the decision to have Elizabeth marry Lucas rather than Nathan.
It would be dishonorable if Janette didn’t approve of the path we followed, but she always gets a sneak peek at our ideas, and she’s always favored unexpected storytellers who don’t repeat plots. As a result, we are at ease in that respect. https://t.co/kwZU332f2W
May 10, 2021 — Brian Bird (@brbird)
“It would be dishonorable if Janette hadn’t been comfortable with the approach we chose,” Bird wrote, “but she always gets a sneak peek at our ideas, and she’s always been in favor of unexpected storytellers and not repeating narratives.” As a result, we’re at ease in that aspect.”
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