SHEARING, John We will remember Jack for his love, humour, and charisma. John (Jack) Wallace Shearing, 81, passed away on June 18, 2018, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Jack was born on March 31, 1937, in Toronto, to John and Edith (Bowman) Shearing, who emigrated from England. He had one younger brother, Donald. Jack served in the Royal Canadian Navy and married Beverley Broneldia Herrington in 1956. They raised two daughters, Lisa-Gaye and Lorraine. The couple lived in Scarborough and Thornhill until 1984, when they moved to Tulsa. Jack was dedicated to his family. He and Beverley celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary in 2017. They cherished their pets, including Midnight and Marley. Jack had presence–everyone remarked on his deep “broadcaster” voice, which, along with his height and humour, made a lasting impression on people.
He made friends easily. Jack was a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). His work spanned positions with companies including Triangle Conduit & Cable, Cutler-Hammer, and Bundy. During the last 20 years of his career, Jack worked for Hilti Inc., in Toronto and Tulsa, retiring as Chief Financial Officer for Hilti Western Hemisphere. He served on boards for the YMCA, Goodwill, and Delta Dental, acting as chairman of the board for a time at the latter two. He was a member of the Financial Executives Institute. Jack was a skilled home repairman and electrician, played the trombone, snowmobiled, waterskied, and golfed. He and Beverley adored their cottages on Salmon Lake, Ontario, and, later, on Grand Lake, Oklahoma. They travelled, and Jack delighted in his cars and loved to read and play card games. He was quick-witted and relished a good joke. Jack was predeceased by his beloved wife, Beverley. He is survived by daughters, Lisa-Gaye (Michael) Mead of Joplin, Missouri, and Lorraine (Robert) Peters of Chicago, Illinois; and grandchildren, Spencer and Julianne Mead of Joplin.
He is also survived by brother Donald (Mary) Shearing, of Whitby, Ontario; and nephews, Bradley (Kristy) Shearing and Kyle (Diana Emond) Shearing; and great-niece, Corinne, all of Oshawa, Ontario. Visitation, 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 7th, followed by memorial service, 11:30 a.m., both at Highland Funeral Home–Scarborough Chapel, 3280 Sheppard Avenue East. Burial following at Highland Memory Gardens in Willowdale. Memorial contributions to Goodwill Industries of Tulsa are welcome.
A celebration of Jack’s life was also held in Tulsa.