Obituary of Wesley Montague Sherris

SHERRIS: Wesley M. (June 29, 1928 – February 17, 2016). With Heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Wesley M. Sherris at Dinsdale Personal Care Home on February 17, 2016. He was predeceased by parents Myrtle and Harry Sherris, brother Clifford, sister Norma, sister-in-law Betty, and brother-in-law Don. He is survived by loving wife Eunice, brother Keith 'Bud' and sister-in-law Louise, children Greg, Corie (Mike), and Vern and grandchildren Avalon (Babu), Jordan, Braiden, Sherissa, Carter (and his mother Katherine Sherris) and Michaela in addition to numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Wes was born in the municipality of Odanah and attended Roseneath School and Agricultural College in Winnipeg. In 1960, he married Eunice Hopley. They resided in the Moore Park area on the family farm, which included dairy and hog operations. In addition to farming, Wes worked at Agristeel Industries in Minnedosa and the Brandon Agricultural Research Station. He was a community-minded person and enjoyed playing baseball, hockey and participated in Boy Scouts. He was a member of the Masons and supported the Roseneath community and curling clubs. He enjoyed visiting with his many friends and family and he was a kind, caring person with a very deep faith attending church regularly. He was especially fond of his children, grandchildren and family pets. The family wishes to express their thanks to Dr. Egan, the entire Dinsdale Personal Care Home staff for the kind and compassionate care Wes received while in residence. And our thanks to family and friends for the love and support given to Wes, particularly in recent years. A memorial service was on held Monday, February 22, 2016 at the Central United Church Auditorium, Brandon, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. with a short informal service at 1:30 p.m. A graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memoriam can be made to a charity of choice. Dad – you will be missed.