VERWOERD, Jim
Posted: November 14th, 2026
VERWOERD, Jim October 13, 1949 – November 11, 2026 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jim Verwoerd, who graduated life school on November 11th, 2026, surrounded by his wife, Judy, his son, Cody, and his daughter, Cydney. His passing was rather sudden, especially considering only a very recent cancer diagnosis. It has left us realizing that he had unknowingly been battling this disease for quite some time.
Jim was a Lethbridge boy, born and raised. He was a hardworking, resourceful man who wasn’t afraid of getting his hands dirty. From paper routes and farm work as a young boy, to working in real estate, farming, running his bobcat business, and driving trucks, Jim rarely sat still. A true “Jim” of all trades, he could build, weld, design, and fix just about anything. His beloved shop was his happy place, where all kinds of projects came to life. He also had quite the green thumb. He was a tomato growing master and he shared his bounty with everyone.
Jim was also known for his incredible memory, storytelling, quick wit, and endless supply of jokes (some more appropriate than others). He collected friends wherever life took him and treasured a good visit and a coffee-shop catch-up.
His greatest joy was his family, especially his three granddaughters, Tillie, Declynn, and Marlow, who were truly the light of his life. Teasing them brought him immense joy.
Jim will be deeply missed by his wife of 45 years, Judy; his son, Cody; his daughter, Cydney, and her husband, Jeff. He will also be missed dearly by his three grandchildren, Tillie, Declynn, and Marlow, step grand-children, Levi and Jaden; his brother, Tom; his half-sister, Carol; numerous brothers and sisters in-law, nieces and nephews and the countless cherished friends he made throughout his many years.
A casual, drop-in celebration of Jim’s life will be held at his shop on November 21, 2026, from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Come when you can, enjoy a snack, share some laughs, and raise a glass to Jim.
To send a condolence, please visit www.salmonandsons.ca