EDWIN HENRY SMITH

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EDWIN HENRY SMITH Peacefully, on August 20, 2004 at the Seven Oaks Hospital after a courageous battle with diabetes, Ed went home to be with his Lord Saviour at the age of 71 years. Ed is survived by his loving wife Lila of 47 years; daughters, Janice (Wayne), Kim (Norman), Karen (Doug) and grandchildren who he dearly loved, Jeremy, Jenine, Jordan, Preston, Phylisha, Pamela, Brittany, Peter, Leanne; stepgrandson Nicolas; sister Dolly (Bert) brothers, Errol, Graham (Ada), Leslie and George (Dale) along with several nieces, nephews, in-laws and many friends. He was predeceased by his daughter Susan; parents, Alex and Mildred; brothers, Jim and Harold; sisters, Betty, Velma, Ruth, Bev and Fern. Ed was born and raised in Stoney Point/Victoria Beach area. He worked at several jobs, retiring from Department of Highways in 1995 with 22 years of service. Ed and Lila were married on August 10, 1957. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. Ed enjoyed all sports and playing table games, he especially loved to 5-pin bowl, horse shoes and playing golf. He was an active member of Wayside Gospel Chapel and for many years served on the board of Faith Bible Camp. He touched many lives in his quiet and gentle ways and he will be sadly missed by all who knew him. An evening service will be held on Tuesday, August 24 at 7:00 p.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 25 at 2:00 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Selkirk 6088 PTH No. 9a Highway with Laurie Barth and Alex Cross officiating. Interment to follow in the Balsam Bay Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Seven Oaks Hospital for all their care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Eds memory to Faith Bible Camp. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk, in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 24, 2004