Michael Steven Sherber

Michael Steven Sherber born April 17, 1956 in Milton, England coming to Canada at age 3. He was 62 years of age at the time of his passing at Red Deer, AB.

Michael is survived by his wife Geraldine of 36 years; his son and daughter-in-law Steven and Danielle Sherber; three grandchildren, Teddy, Griffin and Cammy-Jo Sherber; his brother John (Karen) Sherber; sister Teresa (Keith) Kezer; sister-in-law Mae (Tibor) Barna; as well as nieces, nephews and cousins. Michael was predeceased by his mother and father, John and Rita Sherber, sister Katherine Houston, mother and father-in-law, Edward and Florence Speidel and brother-in-law Norman Speidel.

Michael grew up in Victoria B.C. as well as Dawson Creek, B.C. where he spent most of his childhood. He belonged to the 4H Club in Doe River, B.C. winning numerous trophies for showing his pigs. Michael's career started in the Canadian Armed Forces during Peace time serving in the Military Police. For a short time after leaving the Army he was an owner/operator for Yellow Cabs in Calgary. He continued his career in Corrections at Nordegg, Calgary Remand Center, and Drumheller Institution where he was awarded a High Academic Medal during his training. He was then a Special Constable for the Calgary C-Train. During this time he moved his family to Beiseker, AB where he resided until his death. He then worked as a Letter Carrier at Canada Post in Calgary, AB. He tried long haul trucking for a short time and found he could not be away from his family for long periods of time. He worked for Alberta Highway Services in Beiseker and most recently returned to Enforcement with the Corp of Commissionaires. Michael was an avid camper, fisherman and loved being out with nature.

Christmas was Michael's favorite time of year, he won several awards for his Christmas lighting displays in his front yard. He also volunteered and worked as Santa for many years around his community and Airdrie, AB. He was so delighted to see the joy on those little faces as they came to sit on Santa's knee. Michael's pursuit in life was taking care of his family. He worked very hard and would go out of his way to help people in need. He touched so many lives and will be sadly but fondly remembered by all those who knew and love him.

A Memorial Service will be held at SOUTH CALGARY FUNERAL CENTRE, 12700 Macleod Trail South (at Lake Fraser Gate), on Friday, November 2, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations being made in Michael's memory directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, (#200, 325 Manning Rd NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5).