Longtime Dysart et al mayor Murray Fearrey has died.
His partner, Donna McCallum, said the veteran politician passed on Thursday afternoon. He was 84.
First elected in 1971, Fearrey dedicated over a half-century to municipal politics, including more than 40 years as Dysart reeve and mayor, making him one of the longest-serving municipal politicians in Canada. He served 12 separate terms on council.
McCallum said Fearrey spent most of his life doing what he loved best – serving his community. He was in attendance, virtually, for Tuesday’s meeting of Dysart council.
“He was working right up until the end,” McCallum said.
The Highlander will have more details and community reaction as they come in.
