Obituary of Edmond Nai Tak Chan 陳迺德

CHAN, Edmond Nai Tak

April 12, 1954 – Hong Kong, China

October 31, 2023 - Calgary, Alberta

Edmond Chan of Calgary, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at the age of 72 years.

Although Ed was faced with many health challenges, his positivity never wavered. He provided joy to all who interacted with him. Ed was born in Hong Kong and graduated from Pui Ying Middle School. He met his wife Bonnie when they were both working in the same restaurant in Hong Kong. Together they started a new life in Canada, where they raised their loving family and successfully ran their own business.

He was a hardworking man, passionate chef, nature lover, gardener, photographer, and movie lover, who enjoyed spending time with his family. His hobbies include reading, Chinese poetry, calligraphy, road trips, and swimming. One of his most memorable trips was his honeymoon with Bonnie where they went to Japan. Ed will be most remembered for his kindness, strength, perseverance, work ethic, wisdom, and his famous beef brisket.

Ed is survived by his wife Bonnie, son Gary, daughters Karen and Carmen; five brothers Raymond, Eric, Jackson, Eddie, and Sam; two sisters Jenny and Flora; and two cats, Tofu and George. Ed’s love for his family was immense, and he always shared how proud he was of his family.

He was predeceased by his parents, Chan Wai To and Yuen Shou Ying.

Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McInnis & Holloway (Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Center Street N, Calgary, AB) on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway (Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Center Street N, Calgary, AB) on Thursday, November 9, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery.

We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to family, friends, and the staff at Wing Kei Care Center for all the love they have shown us. Special thanks to Raymond, Flora, Jenny, Aldwin, and Sharon for all their support through the years. We know he appreciated all of you.

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In living memory of Edmond Chan, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street North, Calgary, AB T2E 2V6, Telephone: 403-243-8200.