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EDWARD STANLEY PARKIN (ED)
Born: Feb 25, 1948
Date of Passing: Jan 18, 2022
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EDWARD STANLEY PARKIN
February 25, 1948 - January 18, 2022
It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear Ed on January 18, 2022. Ed passed away at the age of 73, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Ed was predeceased by his parents, Stanley and Dorothy and his wife Kathy (nee Hadaller). Ed is survived by his loving partner BettyAnn and her three daughters, Kim (Brad), Carmelle and Tracy (Myles), children, Haley and Evan. He will be dearly missed by his sister Joan (Milton), niece Julie (Brandon), great-niece Natalie, nephew Dan (Tasha) great-nephew Jesse and great-niece Mia; brother Harvey (Denise), and sister Wendy (Wayne), nephews, Steve (Lindsay) and Dave (Meagan), great-nephews, Adam, Brandon, Ryan, Nathan. Also left to mourn Ed's passing are his in-laws, Marj, Gordon (Lorraine), Roland (Sharyn), Ken (Carol), Jean (John), John (Monique), Sandra (Brian), Andrew (Annette) and their families.
Ed was born in Winnipeg and attended primary school in St. Vital. Later, Ed and his family moved to Transcona where he finished grade 12. Ed obtained a mechanical drafting degree from Red River College and began work for Centra Gas in 1979. Ed retired from Manitoba Hydro in 2008 after 33 years of service.
Ed lived in Anola, MB with his wife Kathy for just over 35 years. In 2014, Ed and BettyAnn settled in Dugald, MB where they enjoyed hosting many special family dinners. Ed always looked forward to the great times shared at driveway parties with their fun and caring neighbours. Ed's family stretches across Canada and he always looked forward to trips to Abbotsford, BC to visit with his siblings and visits with the Hadaller's across Manitoba and Ontario.
Ed was never fond of Manitoba winters and his winter getaways were one of the highlights of his life. Two of his fondest vacation memories were a family boat cruise in Greece (2009) and a beach vacation in Playa Del Carmen (2014). Another of Ed's greatest joys was spending time outdoors. He treasured his weekend excursions with Kathy, Harvey, Denise, Jean and John travelling to various campgrounds. Ed and Kathy cherished the years at Longbow where they fished and spent times with friends. Ed and BettyAnn spent nine seasons out at Cripple Creek Campground. They loved floating in the water during the day with a drink in hand and sitting together around evening fires with great friends and family.
Ed was a quiet man with a gentle spirit who liked to keep his life very organized and precise. He took great pride in his home, car and his appearance. He was a man of few words, but spent many hours journaling his life and recording important moments.
A very special thank you Dr. Walmsley and Diann, as well as the staff at the Selkirk Regional Hospital, specifically Dr. Gillette, Dr. Bunkowsky, Dr. Cynthia, Dr. Thiessen and all the caring staff on Med 1 and 2.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba.
Due to pandemic restrictions, a date for Ed's Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Ed, you will be forever on our mind and always in our hearts...until we meet again.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 22, 2022
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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Our deepest condolences go to BettyAnne, Jean, John and all of Ed’s family and friends. Ed was a very soft spoken man with a huge heart and zest for life. You will be sadly missed but fondly remembered. Next shot of tequila at camp will be in your honour. RIP our friend ❤️ - Posted by: April and Lenny (Camp friends ) on: Jan 25, 2022
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We would like to express our deepest sympathy to all of the family. He surely will be missed by all. He was a wonderful person to be around. Our prayers are with you all. Jack & Jacqueline Puranen - Posted by: Jack &Jacqueline Puranen (Freinds) on: Jan 23, 2022
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It is with great sadness to hear of Ed’s passing. He was a great man and a wonderful friend. Jim & I have a lot of wonderful memories with Kathy and him, camping and fishing, vacations in the south, snowmobiling, and many other fun events. BettyAnn we were so glad you came into his life. He was so happy with you. Thank you for loving and supporting him. Our most deepest sympathy to you and the Parkin and Hadaller families. REST IN PEACE BIG EDDIE. Love Jim & Bernice. 🙏🙏 - Posted by: Jim and Bernice Habing (Friends ) on: Jan 22, 2022
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Deepest condolences to Betty-Ann and family. Keeping you all in my prayers during this difficult time and sending warm regards. Stéfanie - Posted by: Stefanie Allard (family friend ) on: Jan 22, 2022
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Condolences to BettyAnn + family, the Parkin family and Hadaller family. I am saddened to hear of Ed's passing. I have known Ed since working with Kathy in the late 80's, he was kind, gentle and a friend to everyone he encountered. RIP Ed - Posted by: Pat Rosmus (Friend) on: Jan 22, 2022
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We were sad Betty Ann to read of Ed’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Rick and Eleanor Presonka - Posted by: Eleanor Presonka (Friend) on: Jan 22, 2022
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Our condolences to Betty Ann & family, the Parkin family, and the Hadaller family. We met Ed through Kathy, my best friend (Sharon), in the ‘70’s. We enjoyed so many good times together. Ed was a very quiet man with a great sense of humour. He will be missed 😢 - Posted by: Ken & Sharon Brown (Friend) on: Jan 22, 2022
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We are shocked and saddened to hear of Ed’s passing. We loved Ed and Kathy dearly and they were an everyday part of our lives; they were Godparents to our sons. We spent many great times together in Saskatchewan as well as Manitoba and have wonderful, fun memories of our time together. As life goes on we lost touch but they were both never far from our thoughts. We know that Kathy is with Ed taking good care of him as she always did. Our condolences to the Parkin and Hadeller familes and to BettyAnn; you are as heart broken as we are. - Posted by: Fay and Larry Stafford (Friend) on: Jan 22, 2022
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Our condolences to BettyAnn, the Parkin family and the Hadaller family. I knew Ed since the early 70s through my coworker Kathy. We had the pleasure of camping together and enjoyed Bon fires and drinks with Ed and BettyAnn. I will miss seeing you at Coop in Oakbank while doing your grocery shopping. Rest now. Jackie and Henry - Posted by: Jackie Greenaway (Friend ) on: Jan 22, 2022
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Ed was a such a sweet man and quiet man. We enjoyed sitting outside with him and the neighbours. He gave us so many chuckles with his sense of humour. We will miss him dearly. - Posted by: Susan and Bob Reilly (Neighbours) on: Jan 22, 2022