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Obituary for John “Jack” Rumsey


He was predeceased by his parents, Clinton Francis Rumsey and Elizabeth Jane (Dyer); sisters Diane (2004) and Bertha (2021); great-grandson Richard (2018).
He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley, of 63 years; daughters Beverley and Susan (Dean); son Rob; granddaughter Stacy (John); grandson Ryan; and several great-grandchildren.
Jack was employed with Morgan’s Garage, Co-op Hardware and Shell Canada as a field operator for almost 25 years, as well as being the owner and operator of Badger Engraving.
Jack enjoyed bowling and in 1978 earned a spot on the provincial team, going to Thunder Bay for nationals and placing fourth overall. He belonged to the Masters Bowling Association and was also on the board of the Fred Huddlestun Centre for several years.
Jack will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew and loved him.
Donations in Jack’s name may be made to the Windy Slopes Health Foundation, 1222 Bev McLachlin Dr., Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Snodgrass Funeral Homes
403-627-4864 www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com
He was predeceased by his parents, Clinton Francis Rumsey and Elizabeth Jane (Dyer); sisters Diane (2004) and Bertha (2021); great-grandson Richard (2018).
He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley, of 63 years; daughters Beverley and Susan (Dean); son Rob; granddaughter Stacy (John); grandson Ryan; and several great-grandchildren.
Jack was employed with Morgan’s Garage, Co-op Hardware and Shell Canada as a field operator for almost 25 years, as well as being the owner and operator of Badger Engraving.
Jack enjoyed bowling and in 1978 earned a spot on the provincial team, going to Thunder Bay for nationals and placing fourth overall. He belonged to the Masters Bowling Association and was also on the board of the Fred Huddlestun Centre for several years.
Jack will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew and loved him.
Donations in Jack’s name may be made to the Windy Slopes Health Foundation, 1222 Bev McLachlin Dr., Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Snodgrass Funeral Homes
403-627-4864 www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com