Harold Wesley Sexsmith

(Mark). His Grandkids Alyssa (Stephen), Brendan, Brooke, Carson, Sullivan, Frankie, and Jackson. As well as his brother and best friend Dwight Sexsmith (Gloria) and a large extended family. He was predeceased by his wife Terri and sons Chris and Michael.

Wes was born in Wolseley Sask. in 1951 to Harold and Eileen Sexsmith.Being raised by farmers, Wes learned at a young age the importance of a strong work ethic. Through high school he started working in his family’s hardware store helping out his Dad. In 1971 Wes married Terri and shortly after, they moved to Cranbrook, BC, where they proceeded to raise their family. They were avid Cranbrook Colts fans and some of Wes’ happiest times were volunteering with their booster club. Wes was an Engineer with CP Rail for 35 years until he was able to retire early and focus on the things that were most important to him, which was family and traveling. He braved a roadtrip across the country with his teenage daughters, went to New Orleans with his Sister in Laws, Sharon and Judy, and spent several winters down in Arizona with Dwight and his wife Gloria. There were no shortage of trips but the ones that meant the most were vacations with his kids and Grandkids. Where he was always up for a game, a drink, story telling, and a kitchen dance party. Wes never needed the spotlight but could always be counted on to throw in a witty one liner that would have everyone laughing.

Recently, Wes kept himself busy by driving cars for local dealerships and enjoying daily coffee meetups with his fellow CP Retirees.

Wes was always proud of all his grandkids and loved watching them participate in their activities whether it was swimming, soccer or hockey he was always happy to sit in the stands and cheer them on.

Wes’ last weekend was spent in Brandon Manitoba with many close friends and family. We will always remember the smile on his face while reminiscing about happy memories while also making new ones.

Dads passing will be felt by many but none more than his daughters and grandkids. Losing our patriarch has left a large void but Dad instilled in us the importance of family and we hope to make him proud by continuing our get-togethers and keeping his legacy alive by sharing stories with the younger generation. Although right now we’re struggling we know that as Dad would say this is just “bye fer now”

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

mcphersonfh.com

Article Share