Obituary of John Sharuga

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Sharuga, formerly of Camrose, at the age of 100 years. John passed away at 12:20 a.m. on September 10, 2011 at the Salem Manor Nursing Home in Leduc. He leaves to mourn his loving family; daughter Lenora (Navroz) Jeffels of Airdrie; sons Larry (Gloria) of Camrose and Tim (Jean) of Leduc; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 3 great great-grandchildren; one sister Angie of Edmonton and one brother Adam of Edmonton. John was predeceased by his loving wife Pearl in 1978 and 21 brothers and sisters. John was a very hard worker over the years, hauling grain and cattle; while at the same time he also had a service station and general store. He also drove school bus, bulk fuel truck for Shell; and he worked at Mcleods. But the joy of his life was dancing. He and Pearl were avid dancers and whenever they came to a dance all the ladies wanted to have a dance with John. No one smiled more than him when he danced. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Salem Manor Nursing Home for the great care he received. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. from the Burgar Memorial Chapel with Rev. Brian Hunter officiating. Interment followed in the Camrose Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to Salem Manor in Leduc or the charity of one's choice.