Obituaries

EDE, Earl Canfield

Earl Canfield Ede
Born May 29, 1926 Melfort, SK Died Feb 12/2020, Kelowna, BC

Earl is Survived by wife, Marjorie Evangeline Ede (MacIntosh), son Lyle and Grandson Creig Ede, Sisters, Sherry(Clarke) and Yvonne(Muzyka) and many adoring Nieces, nephews and Grands.
A fixture at Kelowna Redi Mix and Safeway for many years, Earl cultivated strong relationships in the community, on his motorcycle, at the pub and on the Golf course.
Earl and Marj paved the way for many extended family members moving to Kelowna, always with welcome arms and generous hospitality.
The Lake was a constant playground with pontoon boat and fishing boats as he shared his angling expertise with many of us – complete with those mysterious tugs on the line.
You always knew you would find a beer on the patio and fresh tomatoes in the garden at Uncle Earls. A trip to his garage was an education for anyone who ventured into the `club house`.
A loving husband, sturdy father, reliable brother, coolest uncle and loyal friend...
And BINGO was his name!|

God saw you getting tired, and a cure was not to be: So he put his arms around you and whispered, `Come to Me`.
With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away, although we love you dearly, we could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us – HE only takes the Best!

Cheers and hugs on his patio to be shared in the spring. Date to be determined.
In lieu of flowers, Earl and family would welcome donations to www.CanadaHelps.org Donate to Veterans Charities

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.firstmemorialfuneralkelowna.com
Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services, 250-762-2299.

Link: www.firstmemorialfuneralkelowna.com

Condolence Messages

Mar 14, 2020
We talked about it and agreed, you would out live most of your best friends, and you did! Now you can crush another bottle of the worst wine ever with Lance. Glad to have the memories of great times with you my friend! I'll miss your quick with and retort. God speed Bingo!
Feb 25, 2020
Dear brother Earl was always full of mischief and fun.. He also had a great garden that he shared willingly with friends and family.We will sadly miss his large generous heart too. Rest in Peace Bette and family
Feb 24, 2020
My husband and I had the honor to meet this wonderful and whitty man....he was kind and funny....he will be missed dearly...Rest In Peace Bingo....

Dale and Catherine ....
Feb 21, 2020
Marjie we are crying with you ; That husband of yours; Brother of mine ; was a sweet loving special person. Remember when we didn't like what he did; You would always say "He's your brother" and I would reply "No he is your Husband. Anyway I miss him so much and he will always be in my heart. The main reason your sweet Sisters moved to Kelowna was all because of you and Marj. You were so welcoming to us that my Daughter Susan soon followed. There maybe more out there; but we won't tell you so don't get your hackles up. Love you Yvonne and Ted.
Feb 21, 2020
Marj and family,

We are so sorry to read of "Bingo"s passing. He and "Horse" will be reliving the good old days. Earl always had a twinkle in his eye. He will be missed.

Nick, Sue van Hees and family
Feb 21, 2020
Dear Marj and family... so hard to say goodbye to such a wonderful guy... Bingo was his name...we have fond memories of his friendship with the Van Hees family. We are so glad we stopped in not long ago for a visit with both of you. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time Candy and Dirk Van Hees
Feb 20, 2020
I worked for Lance Gunnlaugson for many years and Bingo was a constant in Lance's life who called him either Uncle Earl or Bingo. Bingo was such a fun guy with a constant twinkle in his eye and Lance and I would love it when he came to the office to visit. Lance will be happy to see you Bingo.

Terri Dobbin (and Barclay)
Feb 20, 2020
People like Earl don't come around very often in a person's life. We all feel very lucky to have known him and to be called his friend,

People like Earl don't come around very often in a person's life and we all feel very lucky to have known him and to be called his friend. Ours hearts are with you Marj.

RIP Bingo

Rodger, Jeannie, Cory, Jim and Heather Orchison
Feb 19, 2020
Dearest Auntie Marj , we are so sorry that you have lost your life-long partner, Uncle Earl. It was delightful to be in his company. We loved his sense of humor and his quick-wit personality. We also shared a beer or two out on the patio and fresh snacks from his garden. Rest in Peace Earl, you are pain free now and dancing with the angels. Much love to Marj and Lyle and Earl's sisters...Love from Bill & Donna and family
Feb 19, 2020
My condolences to the family.

I remember playing golf with Earl and one of his pals Frankie F. 50? years

ago. Lots of laughs and Bingo made some phenomenal putts! Another

Kelowna original gone.

Mike Fredrickson
Feb 19, 2020
Earl was a wonderful next door neighbor. Ever witty, ready with a good barb or joke, always friendly and willing to share delights from his garden. It was good to know him and he will be missed. We are sending you hugs Marj and family.

Shane and Wendy Herrington
Feb 19, 2020
Our family are sending love,compassion and hugs.Earl was certainly an enigma,he dared to live life to the fullest,something that few of us dare to do. Rest in peace cousin.

To you Margie,may you find comfort in knowing that you will surely see him again someday.sending love, simone,ken
Feb 18, 2020
To my good friend, my condolences to the family, he was a great Sportsman, all can say that about Bingo, he treated all with respect, a good friend, fun to be with and love all around him God Bless his soul, as always. Andy and Sylvia Smol
Feb 18, 2020
Wow Aunt Marg, hard to believe that rascal has gone to rest in peace. We are thinking of you. It was always so nice to visit you and uncle Earl, the boat rides , fishing, motorcycle rides, all so much fun. We still haven't been able to grow tomatoes like Earl cultivated every year. Such great times and good memories... Love Torri and Wayne
Feb 18, 2020
Good luck bingo on your next adventure Rip buddy Mikey lukas
Feb 18, 2020
Sorry to see you go uncle.

Brook Ede and family
Feb 18, 2020
Uncle Earl was the best. He took me flying, motorbike riding, house boating, golfing and fishing. Uncle Earl also taught me how to play Crib and Chinese checkers, and for being legally blind he always knew if you moved your peg or marble one to many. I will miss his quick wit and antics. Love you forever, Iona.
Feb 18, 2020
a good friend sorry for your passing an old friend sorry marge from jack and Ronnie lwowski
Feb 18, 2020
a good friend sorry for your passing an old friend sorry marge from jack and Ronnie lwowski
Feb 18, 2020
Dear Marj. Sorry to read of Earl's passing. He was a very interesting guy and fun to be around. I still remember a beer or two on the patio; and the lakes he took me to. He said there were fish, but we never caught any ! Marj, I know you will be with him again. My thoughts and condolences are with you and the rest of the family. ...Larry Hyde
Feb 18, 2020
Marj and family we are so sorry to hear of Earl's passing. We have known him for a very long time and yes...Bingo....was his name.

Vern and Doreen Amundson
Feb 18, 2020
Dear Marg.So sorry to hear of Earl’s passing.He was a good friend of my brother John and myself.He was a character for sure and always fun to be around.Our thoughts are with you at this time...Willy and Betty Feist
Feb 18, 2020
My condolences to Earls wife and we met in Cottonwoods and shared a lot of meals together! Earl would get me to dial his home phone number so he could talk to his wife every day! He was feisty spunky and always had great stories to share! May you rest in peace Earl until we meet again!

Cristine Paulishyn