Wendy Barbara Sherman of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Dr. Jack Sherman, passed away peacefully at Buchanan Chapel on September 26, 2025 at the age of 80 years.

Wendy was born in Saint Jean, Quebec January 3, 1945. Her father, Capt. Gordon Gall was stationed at Dorval, teaching pilots to fly. Her mother, Leah, took the train to Quebec and Wendy was born. They returned to Edmonton where she grew up.

Wendy graduated from the U of A in nursing in 1966 and married Jack, whom she met the previous year. They moved to Lethbridge in 1967, where Jack began his dental practice. Son Tim was born in 1970 and daughter Heidi in 1972 when they moved to the acreage overlooking the Oldman River and Old Chief Mountain.

After the children were in school, Wendy worked as a new patient coordinator in Jack's practice - her nursing skills and gentle demeanor helping new clients relax. Wendy was active at McKillop and Southminster United churches. She studied transactional analysis, did counseling with Dr. Alex Lawson; taught Wellness classes, was a Stephen Minister and was a Healing Touch practitioner for over 20 years. Her gentleness and holiness were blessings to all whom she ministered.

Wendy loved animals and had horses, 13 dogs and many cats over the years - most recently her beloved cat Wallace.

She and Jack loved Hawaii and especially Maui, where they holidayed for over 40 years. She loved Hawaiian culture, art, the gentle people and their music, which she listened to daily.

Wendy and her family spent many summers in Waterton, there she participated in workshops with many visiting presenters on TA and couples therapy. Fairmont in B.C. was another favorite summer place spent with her family and grandchildren.

Wendy was a gardener and her family and friends loved to be invited for tea in Wendy’s garden. She was also an excellent cook and was part of a gourmet club of friends for nearly 50 years.

The family thanks everyone who has supported Wendy in these past few years as she struggled with Alzheimer's. She kept her beauty and gentleness despite this terrible incurable disease.

Wendy made the brave decision to undergo MAID, as she could not bear the thought of the long-term effects of this disease.

She leaves to mourn her loving husband of 59 years, Jack. Son Tim (Annalisa), four granddaughters, Tessa, Claire, Meghan and Brenna. Daughter Heidi (George) and two grandsons, Iain and Cameron. Five great-grandchildren, Olive, Kinsley, Holden, Kasperi and August. Brother Doug and two nephews Rhys and Dylan. Jack’s sisters, Betty and Karen (Dave) and their families.

Wendy was predeceased by her parents Gordon and Leah Gall. Jack’s parents, Andy and Ada Sherman. And her great-grandson, Stone.

For those who wish, memorial donations can be made to the Lethbridge Paws Society or Bridge C-14 supporting through all stages of MAID.

Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.