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Ely Gus Sherbinin
September 16, 1935 - February 24, 2012
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Gus (Ely) Sherbinin, beloved husband, brother, grandfather and father passed away on February 24, 2012 at the age of 76 years old. He will be dearly missed by his wife, Daphne; his daughters Cindy (Jim) Liebel, Susan (Rod) Rutherford and he is lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Tyler & Amanda Liebel, Sara Liebel & Jenn Austin, and Derek Liebel. Gus was also a treasured brother, uncle, and friend who contributed greatly to the community. Gus is lovingly remembered by his brother George (Maxine); he is predeceased by his sister Tania (Don) Owens, his brother Johnny and his parents Helen and John Sherbinin. He is a long time resident of Midway with many years of contribution towards the community. His many contributions spanned from avid community club member (he was instrumental in the construction of the local community center) to auxiliary policeman, he was an ambulance attendant for many years, plus he was an integral part of organizing and staging the Midway Rodeo. His career began at the family business at Boundary Sawmills where he and his family made a strong contribution to the region. Later Gus owned, and operated (where he sat on a pop case gathering the local gossip) the local Esso station. The family are eternally grateful for all the support of Dr. Ooi, Willy Kakuno and many other friends of the community for all their assistance. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Gus” life that will be held at the Midway Community Centre on Friday, March 2nd at 1 pm. The family wishes that any requests for contributions/cheques be made to the Kettle Bursary and Scholarship Society for either the Mike Downing Scholarship or the Kakuno Scholarship. Contributions can be sent to Leslie Walker, Box 436, Midway BC V0H 1M0.
Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting: www.nunes-pottinger.com
Arrangements entrusted to Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium, Oliver & Osoyoos.
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service Staff
Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service Staff send our condolences to family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From: Bob and Patricia Purdy
Relation: friend of Daphne
Dear Daphne: Just heard of Gus’ death last night. We are so very sorry, and our love and prayers go out for you all. We will be away on Friday else we would come to the celebration of his life.
Peace of the Lord be with you. Bob and Trish
From: Lynn Hendren and family
Relation: cousin
Our deepest condolences to you Daphne (as well as to Cindy and Susan).Unfortunately, we cannot attend the service tomorrow. Please keep us informed if you will have a pomenke in the spring; Kathy and I would like to attend should you decide to have one. Gus will always be in my thoughts as a true gentle-man..Love to you all….
From: Betty Talarico
Relation: long time acquaintance
Dear Daphne and family:
I extend my deepest sympathies to you on your loss.
My first memories of Gus are of him driving with me from Grand Forks to Midway, his hometown, when I started teaching in Grand Forks. He was a student at the high school here and I travelled to my mother’s in Midway on weekends. Of course, I have known Daphne for years, as well, and know how dedicated you have been to my home church of St. Jude’s, in Greenwood.
Best regards,
Betty Talarico
Grand Forks, B.C.
From: Doug Butterworth
Relation: Former Customer
To all Gus’s family: I had the privledge of being one of Gus’s main customers when he was the sales manager of Boundary Sawmills in the 60’s. I always found him very fair and astute in his dealings and along with George did much to promote the lumber industry in B.C.
From: Kathie & Pete Bennett
Relation: Cousin
Our deepest condolences to you Daphne, Cindy, Susan, & all the family. Although we are unable to attend the Celebration of Life tomorrow, our thoughts &prayers will be with you all.
From: Fred Soukoreff
Relation: acquaintance
It was sad to read of the passing of Eli Sherbinin. My father worked for Boundaray Sawmills and even I had a summer job there one year. I especially remember Eli when he attended Grade 12 at the same time as I in Grand Forks. My deepest condolences to the family.
From: Peter Hadikin
Relation: Uncle
I would like to pass on my heart felt sympathy to all of your family in the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. I was fortunate to have a chance to see Gus recently during a stop in Grand Forks for lunch with my mom and my sister Marlene. I have many memories of Gus and the time I spend playing ball for the team that Gus coached those many years ago.
I hope you are able to quickly get over your hurt and spend your time recollecting special memories.
All my best to you during this difficult time, Peter
From: Joe and Karen Barroca
Relation: Know the family from Midway
Daphne, Cindy/Jim, Susan and family- We are so very sorry to learn the news of the passing of your husband, father and grandfather. There is not one tear that falls, that our loving Heavenly Father does not notice. May God carry each one of you through this time of sorrow to a brighter tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Karen Barroca (nee Hoodikoff)
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
March 2, 2012
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
Midway Community Centre
692 - 7th Avenue
Midway, BC Canada V0H 1M0
Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Gus” life that will be held at the Midway Community Centre on Friday, March 2nd at 1 pm.
692 - 7th Avenue
Midway, BC Canada V0H 1M0
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The family wishes that any requests for contributions/cheques be made to the Kettle Bursary and Scholarship Society for either the Mike Downing Scholarship or the Kakuno Scholarship. Contributions can be sent to Leslie Walker, Box 436, Midway BC V0H 1M0.
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