MICHAEL (MIKE) WALLACE HESFORD

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MICHAEL (MIKE) WALLACE HESFORD August 29, 1969 - November 28, 2011 With an appreciation for the rich life he lived, we mourn the sudden passing of Mike on November 28, 2011. Born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Mike spent his early years in Edmonton, Peace River, and Terrace, BC before his family settled in Winnipeg. However, Mike found his true home when he moved to his beloved town of Morris, Manitoba. As someone who truly embraced his community, Mike was visible through his volunteer work, his mentorship of young people, and his commentary work as the public address announcer for the Pembina Valley Twisters and Morris Mavericks High School hockey teams. Mike was also well known for the bands he played in (Highway 59, Lost Highway, Tequila South), with his great love of music reflected throughout his life. For the many people who were fortunate to share his life, Mike was truly a blessing. One could not ask for a truer friend, partner, or father. An honest, positive person, Mike saw the best in those around him, and embraced everyone with a wonderful balance of humour, loyalty and respect. Mike worked for Manitoba Lotteries - Video Lotto office in Morris for 20 years and enjoyed everyday. As a hard worker and a jack-of-all-trades, Mike was always there to support friends in whatever they needed. Mike is survived by his sons Brett and Tyler, stepsons Riley and Devin, and his sweetheart, Perri Michelle Jorek. He is also survived by his parents, Judy and Ron Hesford, his brother-in-law, Larry Kouk, and his niece, Courtney Kouk. He was predeceased by his sister Carolyn Kouk (2007). A celebration of Mike's life will be held at the Southern Manitoba Convention Centre in Morris on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of gifts or flowers, donations can be made at Access Credit Union to the Mike Hesford Scholarship Trust.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 03, 2011