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HAROLD EARL SHERRITT

Date of Passing: Mar 13, 2014

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HAROLD EARL SHERRITT May 27, 1911 - March 13, 2014 Peacefully at home, Harold passed away at the age of 102 years. He is survived by his daughters Dianne (Lewis) Cardin, Joanne (Ian) Moore, and Marian (Bill) Evans, and his sons Harold/Sam (Brenda), and John Sherritt. He is also survived by his grandchildren Jennifer (John) Rogers, Nicole (Ric) McKerracher, Sharon (Nick) Pypops, David Moore (Susan Green), Adam, Darin, Ryan, Lauren and Aryn Sherritt; great-grandchildren Noah, Emily, Aiden, Mark, Kate, Xavier and Finnlea, and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife of 50 years, Lily, and just last month by his second wife of 20 years, Irene. Harold was born in 1911 in Newton Siding, MB. He attended school in Elm River and Portage la Prairie. He was an avid ball player in the district. In 1943 he enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and served on the flight line in Claresholm and Edmonton, AB. After his discharge in 1945, Harold moved to Winnipeg and began his 30 year career with the C.P.R. In 1947 he built Sherritt's Grocery with his wife, Lily. He was a faithful member of Sparling United Church and later Sturgeon Creek United Church. After his retirement in 1976 he and Lily spent many winters in Weslaco, TX and they enjoyed many, many summers at their cottage in Malachi, ON. He loved woodworking and enjoyed working in the CNIB woodworking shop as well as on his own basement workbench. In 1993, Harold married Irene Clawson. For the past seven years, they loved life at the Sturgeon Creek II Retirement Residence. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 21 at Charleswood United Church, 4820 Roblin Blvd., with Rev. Dr. Michael Wilson officiating. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the CNIB or a charity of their choice.
Publish Date: Mar 19, 2014

HAROLD EARL SHERRITT Harold Earl Sherritt passed away peacefully, at home, on March 13, 2014 at 102 years of age. Memorial Service will be held at Charleswood United Church on Friday, March 21, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Dr. Michael Wilson officiating. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Mar 15, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 19, 2014

Condolences & Memories (8 entries)

  • Mr. Sherritt was always a gentleman and a calm presence. Deepest condolences to his family. - Posted by: Mark (Friend of family) on: Apr 14, 2014

  • Dearest John, Sam, Dianne, Joanne and your precious children and grandchildren, How enormously blessed and privileged to have had your Dad as your earthly father, emulating our heavenly Lord and Saviour, with Whom he is peacefully reunited, golden trumpets blaring as those pearly white gates widely opened. Upon reflection, we are sheathed within the delicacy of those loving, captivating and cherished moments, which will forever remain nourished within our heart, spirit and soul. May our loving Lord continue to envelope each of you within His sweet and tender love and peace. - Posted by: Pandita Pemberton. (St. James, neighborhood friend.) on: Mar 22, 2014

  • I remember him from our days at Malachi many years ago. Condolences to the family. He was always friendly and easy to talk to. - Posted by: Ron Pearson (Acquaintance) on: Mar 19, 2014

  • Harold was a true pleasure to know. He really made Irene's life complete. We are so very thankful to have known him and his entire family. - Posted by: Todd, Anna, & Nick Station (Friends) on: Mar 19, 2014

  • We shared many wonderful visits with them at Malachi Lake. We enjoyed his warm smile and gentleness. We will always remember. Jack & Jacqueline Puranen - Posted by: Jack &Jacqueline Puranen (Lake friends(Malachi Lake)) on: Mar 19, 2014

  • RIP. We worked together at CPR. We will remember him. - Posted by: Doug & Judy Walton () on: Mar 19, 2014

  • I am grateful to have had Grandpa Sherritt in our lives. He was a very talented man who brought years of comfort and friendship to my mom and our family. Rest in peace, Grandpa - I know Grandma Sherritt and Irene are waiting for you with open arms. We love you! Sandi, Shawn, Lexi, Makyla and Carter - Posted by: Sandi Evans ('Adopted Granddaughter') on: Mar 18, 2014

  • We have been so fortunate to Uncle Harold in our lives for so long, he has been a positive force in our lives My memories go back to 1957 and 1411 Notre Dame. We will remanise for a long time - Posted by: Gordon Murison CPPA (nephew) on: Mar 15, 2014

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