It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ernie Wesson, on
Saturday, 11 August, 2012 at the age of 78. Ernie lost his fight with
cancer after bravely facing many outside complications including
Parkinson’s disease.
Ernie is predeceased by his beloved wife of 48 years, Maureen. He will be
greatly missed by his children, Karen Hanlon (James), Lori Murphy (Bill),
Chris Wesson (Leachelle), Lynn Bradshaw and Ron Lea, and by his ten
grandchildren.
Ernie was a dedicated soldier, and during his military career served his
country as an officer in the Royal Canadian Dragoons, Commanding officer of
the British Columbia Regiment, President of the Royal United Services
Institute – Vancouver, Chairman of the Royal Canadian Armoured Corps
Association Trust, Treasurer of the British Columbia Regiment Trust and
Vice-Chairman of the Board of Governors of the British Columbia Corps of
Commissionaires.
Ernie’s warm and generous nature, along with his great sense of humor and
wit drew people to him and he greatly treasured each and every one of his
many friends. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend,
and a great role model to anyone who knew him.
Ernie was a fervent Catholic, whose faith sustained him throughout all of
the difficulties he faced. The Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated at Christ the Redeemer Parish, 595 Keith Road, West Vancouver,
BC, at 11:30 am on Friday, 17 August, 2012. Prayers and visitation will
also be held at 7:00 pm in the church on the evening before the funeral.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lions Gate Hospital
Chemotherapy Clinic or the North Shore Hospice House.