Obituary of Wesley John Fisher

FISHER, Wesley “Wes” John

October 4, 1960 – Regina, Saskatchewan

November 17, 2022 – Calgary, Alberta

Wesley Fisher, of Calgary, AB, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at the age of 62 years after a courageous battle with cancer.

Wes was born in Regina, Saskatchewan on October 4, 1960. A Journeyman Carpenter by trade Wes carried a bold fondness for fly fishing, lawn bowling, cycling, and playing cards throughout his life. He will be remembered for his enjoyment of music, dancing, and sports, with a focus on the Pittsburgh Steelers, Calgary Flames, Calgary Stampeders, and NASCAR races.

Wesley is survived by his loving mother, Lena Fisher (Bill); three sisters Jacqueline Fisher, Shelley Fisher (Louis Desautels), and Wanda Tario (Denis). Wes is also survived by his numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, friends, and his beloved cat Sophie.

The family would like to thank Dr. Tam and the team from Tom Baker Cancer Centre and the team from the Rapid Access Unit 6th Floor at South Health Campus

Celebration of Wes’s Life will be held at McInnis & Holloway (Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th Street SE, Calgary, AB) on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed here. The family encourages all attendees to wear their favorite team-sporting jersey/ shirt to the service.

In living memory of Wesley Fisher, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th Street SE, Calgary, AB T2Z 4E6, Telephone: 403-203-0525.