Edward was retired from CNR. He worked for 34 years, starting on a gang at age 18 and worked to become a leading signal communications technician in Canada. He was an adherent of St. James United Church, and a member of the 1st Elgin Baptist Churc

h. He enjoyed snowmobiling and was an avid hockey and NASCAR fan, but his greatest joy was time spent with his family, especially his children and grandchildren. Edward took delight in giving the grandkids treats, and always made sure he had som

e with him. He spent many hours coaching minor hockey; he followed his grandchildren’s hockey games wherever they were playing.