SHERK, James “Jim” Melvin Sherk

Jim Sherk, born May 11, 1936, a lifetime resident of Ayr and district, passed away at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Friday, May 30, 2025, at the age of 89.

He leaves behind his beloved wife Gail of 60 years and son Ken (Amber), as well as two grandsons Mathew and Nathan and their mother Dawn.
Jim is survived by his sister Margaret Makins (Bill), and brothers-in-law Dr. John Kostuik (Marilyn) and Glen Guthrie (Jean), along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family who will miss him deeply.

Predeceased by his parents Melvin and Bessie Sherk (née Brown), an infant brother William, and siblings Douglas (Phyllis), Raymond “Tyke” (Joan), William (Joan), Liz Kostuik, and Esther Mitchell.

Jim grew up on the family farm in Blenheim Township and married the girl next door. They lived most of their lives in Ayr, first on Northumberland St. and more recently at Kirkwood Apartments.

He worked as a heavy truck mechanic with Sherk Sales and Service, Drumbo Transport, and Total Fleet Service, and later enjoyed working at the DanAyr Driving Range. Jim loved woodworking, lawn care, tinkering in his shop, and spending time with his family and friends.

Cremation has taken place. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Jim’s life at Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, Ayr Chapel, 183 Northumberland St., Ayr, on Thursday, June 5, 2025, with visitation from 2–4 and 7–9 pm. A service will follow in the chapel on Friday, June 6 at 11:00 am. Family interment at Ayr Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Ayr Cemetery are appreciated in Jim’s memory. Condolences and donations can be made at www.wmkippfuneralhome.com.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Wm. Kipp Funeral Home.