Peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Saturday, August 28, 2021 in his 97th year.
Beloved husband of the late Ruby. Loving father of Donna Carol Pritchard (Gerry), Larry (Carrie), Bruce (Elaine) and Kathy Lajambe (Mark). Proud grandpa of Lucas, Shannon, Elise, Reilly, Alex and Tayte. Step grandpa of RJ, Amy, Lindy, Jamie, Stephen, Melissa, Robin, Lexie and Kris. Great grandpa of 6 and great step grandpa of 12. Predeceased by his parents Ralph and Marie Nelson and his siblings Hector (late Mary), Margaret (late Frank), Hubert, Redvers (late Joan), Francis (Pat), Marie (Alec), Donna Joan, Paul (late Clara Jean) and Alma (Kenny). Dear brother of Don (late Bonnie). Eddie will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at the Mountain Maple Grove Cemetery, St. Joseph Island at 2:30 pm. Rev Veselko Kvesic officiating. Reception to follow at the Royal Canadian Legion, Richards Landing. Masks and social distancing required. Memorial donation (payable by cheque or online) to North Shore Hospital Network (Auxiliary Matthew's Site) [email protected] or to the Richard's Landing Children's Library would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington Street E. 705-759-2522). Please visit www.arthurfuneralhome.com to leave a message of condolence for the family.
Words cannot express our gratitude to Donna Campbell and Sherry Rogers for the exceptional care and companionship shown to Eddie over the past few years, allowing him to remain in his home. We would also like to acknowledge nurses Amy, Jessica, and caregiver Beverly for their care and compassion in his final days.