Wayne Howard Sperry

“ Sometimes there's a man... I won't say a hero, 'cause, what's a hero? But sometimes, there's a man. And I'm talkin' about the Dude here. Sometimes, there's a man, well, he's the man for his time and place.” - Sam Elliott, The Big Lebowski

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Wayne Howard “Howie” Sperry on July 8th, 2025 at the age of 66. Wayne was born on September 10th, 1958 in Camrose, Alberta, to Gordon and Lois (nee Klingsell) Sperry.

Wayne grew up on the Sperry farm in Meeting Creek with siblings Ralph, Al, and Loraine. Wayne's academic and athletic prowess elevated him to "local legend" status through award-winning essays and championship buzzer beaters. Professionally, Wayne thrived as a salesman, working for Alberta Treasury Branches, American Express, Telpay, and the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. Wayne’s superpower was creating immediate connections, and fostering lasting relationships; he used humour, compassion, dry-wit, and the occasional magic trick to make everyone feel like a friend.

Wayne is survived by wife Shauna (nee Tjaden); and sons Adam (Carmen), Eric (Lauren), and Luke (McKenna).

Wayne was endlessly supportive, open-minded, and positive in the face of whatever life threw his way. We feel profound sadness saying goodbye, but feel hope and love knowing we’ll always be together.

We love you so much, old man. Now, go sleep, we’ll make sure to record the curling.

A celebration of life is scheduled on September 13th, 2025 at the Meeting Creek Community Hall. More details will be provided in the coming weeks. If you wish to make a donation in Wayne’s honour, we suggest directing it to the Grace Hospital Foundation.

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