SARAH (SALLIE) VAUGHAN PIERSON (HUMPHREYS)

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SARAH (SALLIE) VAUGHAN PIERSON (HUMPHREYS) It is with great sadness that the family of Sallie Pierson announces her death at St. Joseph's Hospital, Estevan, SK, on Tuesday, January 8, 2013. Sallie was diagnosed with an aggressive form of lung cancer in March, 2007; she faced her illness with courage, determination and grace. Sallie was born on August 11, 1943 in Winnipeg, MB. She grew up in the West End of Winnipeg and received her education at Sargent Park and Daniel McIntyre. During high school she worked at Eaton's Department Store. Shortly after graduating Grade 12 Sallie joined the Air Force reserve and traveled Europe before marrying Jerry. Jerry and Sallie were married on May 27, 1967, beginning their family in 1971. During this time Sallie worked as a Pharmacy Technician at the Medical Arts Building and the University of Manitoba before moving to Estevan with her family in 1984. While living in Estevan, Sallie worked at Capital Drug before starting her career at the Estevan National Exhibition Centre where she eventually held the Executive Director position. Her semi retirement included working at St. Joseph's Hospital as the foundation coordinator. Sallie was always very active in the community, in both Winnipeg and Estevan, with her volunteer work. Sallie, along with her husband, Jerry, family and friends enjoyed time spent at Falcon and Longbow Lake as well as traveling through Canada and vacationing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Sallie was a loving, supportive, generous and loyal wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend. Sallie is predeceased by her husband, Jerry Pierson; parents, Vaughan and Edna Humphreys, and sister-in-law Theresa Gagnon. She is survived by her son Jay; daughters, Darcy, and Kelly (Logan Martin), all of Estevan; sister Jan (Bob) Petri; brother Grant Humphreys, both of Winnipeg; brothers-in-law, Bert (Melodye) Pierson of Estevan, Don (Dianne) Pierson of Sherwood Park, AB, George (Kelly) Pierson of Regina, SK and Gerry (Claire) Gagnon of Ottawa, ON; lifelong friends, Elaine (Glen) Bennett, Laraine Thio and Ingi Ingalson of Winnipeg, Brenda Durr, and Al and Shirley Batters of Estevan, numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren. All that knew Sallie admired her honesty, humour, leadership and commitment to her family, friends and community. Sallie had a zest for life that made being around her enjoyable and interesting at all times. Sallie was very close to all three of her children and enjoyed being a part of their daily lives. Heartfelt appreciation is expressed to Eunice Massett and the staff of Hillview Manor and St. Joseph's Hospital, Corinne Sandstrom of Sun Country Palliative Care and Dr. Andre Grobler for their professional and compassionate care of Sallie and her family. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 12, 2013 from Trinity Lutheran Church, Estevan, with the Very Reverend Mike Sinclair officiating. If friends so desire, donations may be given to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation in Sallie's memory. Funeral arrangements in care of the Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 11, 2013