Ernest Joseph Shenkarek
Ernie Shenkarek passed away surrounded by his family on May 15 2019. Married for 55 years Ernie and his wife Maureen built a loving, tight-Knit family.
Ernie adored his 3 daughters, Audrey (Adam), Jody and Penny (Kevin) and cherished time with his 3 grandchildren, Matthew, Justin and Piquette. He is also survived by his brother Norm (Kay).
Ernie dedicated his life to his family and taught them how to laugh and go with the flow. He loved golf, music, and making people laugh and smile.
His quick wit and lovable character struck the hearts of all who met him. He will be lovingly missed by all.
So sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Lee Pierre (Freitas)
All the love and kindness through this difficult time for you Maureen and all the family. Ernie said some words to me many years ago that set me on a path for success in my life. I will never forget that. Love and hugs from Trish and my son Steven.
Maureen and family
The loss of Ernie leaves a huge hole in the lives of an uncountable number of people. We will miss him so much. Hopefully “Mary” is taking care of him now.
Love and prayers
Margaret and John and family
Our hearts are saddened with the loss of this wonderful husband, father,grandfather, brother,uncle, brother in law,friend. Ernie you brought joy to many people. Maureen,Audrey, Jody,Penny keep the memories alive each day. Will miss Ernie so much. Love to you all and your families.
Wolf Janet and family.
I would like to offer you all a really big hug, and tell you that I love you.
If I am able to inspire 1/64th of the love and respect that your father has, I would consider everything a success.
Please tell me if there’s anything I can do to be helpful for you.
Love Cloutier
I would like to offer you all a really big hug, and tell you that I love you.
If I am able to inspire 1/64th of the love and respect that your father has, I would consider everything a success.
Please tell me if there’s anything I can do to be helpful for you.
Love from Cloutier
Bob Moncrieff
Maureen, Norm and loving families,
I am deeply saddened to learn of Ernie’s passing. So often I have thought of him, and his strength and wisdom. We are so fortunate to have even one friend in our youths who was wise, kind, and honest. He was our rock. I have always regretted not telling Ernie what a great friend he was, and regret further that we have not had more opportunities to meet through the years. His was a life well lived.
He gave me my nick name,
Sincerely,
Hound Dog in White RockBC
Maureen/Norm and families
Today is a sad day, Maureen and I were told by our son in law (Mike) that
Ernie has passed.Our condolence to you and Norm.
I still remember first meeting Ernie,the day after my parents bought the Crown food store across the ally from his house back in 1953 (66 years ago). In our childhood became good friends,Ernie and Norm and I were always hanging out,delivering the journal,going to the dances at the Troc. Saturday afternoon, working on Ernie’s first car in his dads garage and hanging out at the Sugar and Spice Cafe and more importantly being my best man at our wedding. It’s unfortunate that our paths separated when we all got busy with jobs and kids. Maureen and I often had Ernie in our thoughts