Peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 11, 2021 in his 88th year. Glenn was welcomed into the
loving arms of his Saviour. Beloved husband to Ruby for 56 years. Loving father of Donna Sherlock (Frank), David Shirton (Rebecca) and grandchildren Jennifer McKenzie (Jason), Trevor Sherlock (Nadia), Melanie Sherlock (Bill), Benjamin Shirton, Jacob Shirton, Skyler Allati and Tara Allati, plus eight great grandchildren. Also survived by brother in law George Peterson (Becky), sister in laws Velma Shirton and Shirley Denchfield (Roger) and their families.
Glenn was predeceased by his parents Arnold and Eva Shirton and brother Bruce.
Glenn was born in Dunnville, later moving to Fonthill when he started a job at Atlas Steels. He had the privilege of working for 34 years and enjoyed 30 years of retirement. Glenn was an avid walker and cycled many miles up until recent years, he knew many along his routes and enjoyed visiting. He also enjoyed attending his grandsons hockey and baseball games. He was a faithful member of Faith Welland Church and a supporter of Open Arms Mission.
Special thanks to Dr. Ola and Dr Dooler, LHIN, St. Elizabeth’s nurses Stephanie and Kim, VON e shift and Bayshore PSW for their loving care of dad throughout his final months.
The funeral service to honour Glenn’s life will take place at Faith Welland, 380 S Pelham Road, on Saturday, April 17, beginning at 10:30 am. Interment will follow at Fonthill Cemetery.
Those that wish to attend, we ask that you please call the Pelham Funeral Home at 905 892-5762 to register. Those in attendance must wear face coverings and adhere to social distancing.
As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Faith Welland or Open Arms Mission.
Condolences can be shared at pelhamfuneralhome.ca
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Sunday April 11th 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Glenn Shirton Sunday April 11th 2021..
Décès pour la Ville:FONTHILL, Province: Ontario