Update:
March 24, 2026
Rick aka Bear passed on. His passing is deeply mourned.
See a beautiful tribute by cfjc radio station in Kamloops:
https://cfjctoday.com/2026/03/25/kamloops-sports-community-mourns-passing-of-rick-the-bear-wile/


Younger brother Rick and his wife Joy have 3 daughters - Jennifer, Jessica & Jamie. Rick & Joy became grand parents for the 4th time in the autumn of 2004 when Olivia was born to Jamie & Rob. Rick & Joy live in Kamloops British Columbia, where Rick continues to work for the local radio station as a Sports Director. Daughters Jennifer, Jessica & Jamie & families now reside in Calgary AB.