Saturday, February 17, 2024 at 12:00 a.m.
Jimmy Pearce
1958 – 2024
The family and wife of Jimmy Pearce are saddened to announce his passing on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at the age of 66 years.
The family and wife of Jimmy Pearce are saddened to announce his passing on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at the age of 66 years.
After a full career with HM Government Army UK, then trucking in the UK and Europe, Jimmy came to Canada in 2009 to start his life here. Jimmy was ecstatic to become a Canadian Citizen in April of 2022. Jimmy chose to give up the life of a long hauler when he met and married Karen – this was not the life upon which to build a relationship he said. His choice to drive School Bus gave him the opportunity to make the lives of so many students just that little bit better every day. As Jimmy and Karen focused their retirement lives on dragon boating (a shift from rugby for Jimmy) – their world became full of athletes of all ages and many hours at Henderson Lake. After building a training centre in their basement, there was always a succession of paddlers in and out of the house. In 2023, Jimmy attained his International Dragon Boat Federation Officials certification. Jimmy was just named to the 2025 Canadian Junior National Team coaching team (Jimmy was a Dragon Boat Canada Competitive Level Coach). To the Cruisers – He was your coach, mentor, confidante, best cheerleader and organizer of all things dragon boat! Let’s wear those jerseys with pride. To the U24’s – He had huge expectations for you all and we will carry that on to the 2025 National Team tryouts AND paddle hard locally! To the Fab 4 – He was so deeply proud of each of you. You worked SO hard to meet his planned process to get you on that team to Thailand. To the DBC Officials – He felt very privileged to be a part of this team. To the 911 operator, EMS Paramedics, Emergency at Chinook, Stars Ambulance, ICU Foothills (3) and ICU Lethbridge (Doctors/Nurses/Unit Clerks and all)– thank you for treating us with such professionalism and respect. Jimmy had the best care possible. To all of you who were a part of Jimmy’s “check on” list.. I know we will all miss those never-ending words of relentless forward motion and to those reaching out to our family and I, Bless you and please take Jimmy’s ability to make your day with you forever – and pay it forward.
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You were a very special person in our lives and always wanted the best for us all. You came into our lives by chance, at a time when we needed it the most. Karen we send our deepest condolences.
Our condolences from the girls and myself! We will miss you Jimmi!
Dear Karen, Thank you so much for approaching me and the hug we shared last Tuesday. Sorry to hear about your loss. May the beautiful memories you shared bring you comfort at a very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim, my brother. Saddened at the news of your sudden death and with so many years that have passed since we last met. I remember our childhood and teenage adventures. You were always there, through thick and thin and I'm blessed, as I cherish those memories you leave behind - once a brother, always a brother, no matter the distance, no matter the difference. Godspeed dear Jim, rest in peace in the country with the people you grew to love.
My memories of my cousin Jimmy stretch way back to when we were kids. To the days when Jim, brother Johnny and I roamed the fields, marshes and farmland in and around Banwen, South Wales. We were allowed free rein , as long as we were home by dark! Fed and watered by Gran and Gramps, it was a great way to enjoy early years. Unfortunately, I somewhat lost contact with Jimmy when he joined up, although my mother did hear from him from time to time when he was working in Canada and passed on his news. From the messages I’ve seen, he had made himself a good life in Canada. A great wife, circle of friends and interests that bought the best out in him and those around him. My condolences to Karen and family, and to everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him. Tony Colston - Lyme Regis, UK
To the Pearce family, my heartfelt condolences on Jimmy's passing. Over the past three years I got to know Jimmy through our brief chats in the office, at safety meetings, or in the yard. He was a real gentleman. On behalf of his fellow Southland family, may he be at peace on his eternal 10-6.
Dear Karen & Family, We were shocked to hear the passing of Jimmy. Our deepest condolences to you and family.
KAREN, no words can relate how we feel about Jimmy's passing. It breaks our hearts. We will miss his sense of humour and his good sense on a dragonboat. His advice was always bang on and I have tried to emulate his wisdom many times. For You, Karen, our deepest sympathy. Nothing will ever be the same and our hearts and prayers go with you every day. With Love, Lori
Dear Karen and Family, We would like to send you our sincere condolences during this time. The McQuaid Family
Karen, our hearts ache for you at the news of Jimmy's passing. He was much more than just a friend, companion, soulmate, or husband. He was a piece of your world, and losing him leaves a void that words can't fill. Remember the beautiful light Jimmy brought to your life and the love you shared.
I had the pleasure of working with Jimmy for some time at Burnco read mix in Lethbridge. He was a real pleasure to work with and always had us laughing. He taught me the proper way to clean and wax the paint on my Mercedes Benz, a skill he had obtained working for the Royal Family. It has been a pleasure and an honor to have known you Jimmy and I am proud to have called you my friend!!