It is with great sadness that the family of Elra (Sonny) Delbert Selman announces his sudden passing on Monday, Jan. 19, 2015.
Elra was born Thursday, Jan. 27, 1944 to the late Delbert and Cora Selman.
He worked at Busch’s Machine and Welding shop until his retirement in 2009.
Elra had a passion for farming, and enjoyed the farm life and country living. He loved his John Deere tractors and memorabilia.
Friends and neighbours often would be greeted by Elra as he was arriving on his John Deere.
He also was a very talented welder, and shared his skill by building items for friends and family.
Elra is survived by his children, Pat (Tina) Selman and Gary Selman of Devlin, Ont.; and their mother, Gail Selman, of Emo, Ont.
He also is survived by his grandchildren, Edward and Sara Selman of Devlin, Ont.; and sister, Sharon Nickel of Medicine Hat, Alta. and her children, Allen Lloyd, Tannis Dolph, and Wanda Giles.
A celebration of his life was held Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015 at the Devlin Hall.
In memoriam donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario c/o Green Funeral Home, P.O. Box 427, Fort Frances, Ont., P9A 3M8.
Online condolences may offered at www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com
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