Schierman, Wesley John “Wes” passed away October 23, 2010 at the Foothills Hospital at Calgary at the age of 64 years.
Wes was born May 16, 1946 at Calgary, Alberta to John and Wilhelmina Schierman. He attended grades one to twelve in Vulcan. In 1968 he graduated from the University of Alberta in Edmonton with a Bachelor of Science degree, receiving the First Class Standing prize from the Faculty of Agriculture. On October 12, 1968 he married Lucille Gliege of Lethbridge. Wes worked for Farm and Ranch Management Consultants until December 1975 and then moved to the family farm at Vulcan, where he resided until his passing.
Wes enjoyed farming, yard work, camping, hiking, biking, and day outings. He had coffee with friends every morning, sang in two choirs, was a member of St. Aldhelm’s Anglican Church, was the treasurer for the water co-op and the Foothills Regional Choir. He enjoyed using his computers, GPS, and cameras.
Wes will be sadly missed by his wife Lucille, three children Donna (Ray) Schneider, Allan and Tom, sister Sandra (Jim) Stelter, niece Karen Stelter, nephew Paul (Aimee) Stelter and their children Eden, Gideon, Titus, Solomon, as well as aunts, uncles and numerous cousins.
Wes was predeceased by his father John and mother Wilhelmina.
Funeral service Sunday, October 31, 2010 at 2:30 pm at the Vulcan Cultural Recreational Centre with Reverend Gordon Cranch officiating.
Casket bearers Doug Budd, Merle Deimert, John Dippel, Ken Hartung, Ken Munton, Brent Rausch, Darcy Spady and Terry Schierman.
Interment Vulcan Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, tributes in Wes’ memory can be made to the Canadian Food Grains Bank, Box 767, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2L4.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences at www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
The Foothills Regional Choir will miss the smooth bass of Wes’ voice and his capable ciphering on the ledger. I will miss his upbeat smile and his intelligent visits. I thought him an energetic, happy man who took quiet pride in his work and obvious pride in his family. Sing on Wes. Please know that all of our Schierman acquaintances are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Wes has graduated! But what a shock and a huge and irreplaceable loss for your family. When we saw Wes this summer at mom’s funeral in Vulcan, he looked very happy and healthy. It was so special to catch up and visit for a bit especially now that we know it was the last time we would see him this side of heaven. Our deepest condolences! Wayne and Donna Arrison (Schneider)
Little did we know when we saw Wes this summer that it would be our last contact this side of Heaven. My memories are many and all good. From being confirmed together,YF, Sunday afternoons at his place or mine,the many trips to Alberta Camp and rushing out to the ballfield after lunch, and the great year at Hillcrest as Wes’ roommate. His approach to life always impressed me as his work ethic always came through no matter what he was doing. No doubt he passed that work ethic on to his family, as he so proudly talked about you in July. May God’s presence comfort you, and may His peace fill your hearts.
We have been privileged to have some contact with Wes and Lucy over the years–mostly through Jim and Sandra. We have a great respect for Wes’s thoughtul and serious approach to Scripture and spiritual concerns. May God surround you all with his love in these days of loss.
With our love, Vernon & June Charter
Wes’s sense of humor, laughter and deep faith will be my lasting memory. He was extraodinarily intelligent. One of my favorite cousins has beat me “across the finish line”. As much as I will miss him, I cannot fathom the void that he has left in Lucy and his immediate family’s hearts. Be assured of my prayers.
I shall never forget the wonderful fun times we had together at the Vulcan Farm and our Champion Farm. Our favorite game was writing crazy notes and passing them back and forth under the bedroom doors. Many a Sunday afternoon in our childhood was filled with creativity,laughing,and just plain having fun. At least we can look forward to seeing you again someday in heaven. In the meantime you will be missed at all our family functions and celebrations. Happy Home Going Wes!!!