Anita; Victoria, Gordon, Vivianne, Alexandra, Bruce and Family:
I met Ed when I joined Mobil Oil Canada as a Junior Geophysicist, in 1973. Later in the 70s and early 80s I also met his three, attractive daughters there, or on the Lakeview area buses. I was never fortunate enough to meet his sons; but I heard lots of very good things about all of his family from Ed (and his friends). Ed introduced me to Anita in 2007. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather; and was so justifiably proud of his family! Whenever I could, I tried to “pick his brains; on how to succeed as a spouse and parent” (time will tell on how well I’ve learnt his “tips and tricks”)!
As a professional, Ed always offered sound advice combined with an easy companionship (enhanced usually by an infectious little chuckle). He was a true gentleman who was widely respected and liked; he was the sort of friendly, trustworthy person that one would instinctively seek out at any gathering. He will be sorely missed by me, and others!
May God bless and give to you all; the strength to endure your great loss, and to recover gently during the difficult days ahead!
Sincerely,
Rich Mayers
PS: Gordon: As an eldest son who has also buried his father, I offer my praise and respect for your moving eulogy at Friday’s service. A difficult task that was well done indeed!
