After a courageous fight with ALS, and while at home surrounded by family, Edna peacefully gained her wings. She was always a strong woman, loving wife, caring mother, incredible Nana and true friend. Her independent, fierce strength and bravery will continue to be an inspiration to all of us. She held nothing back in life and was filled with love, smiles and laughter. Edna always provided an unending love for her family and friends. She had a zest for life that rubbed off on all those she met. She will be greatly missed.

Edna leaves behind her loving husband of 47 years, Howard. She is survived by her son Douglas, daughter in law Gina, her son Kevin, daughter in law Fleur, and her grandchildren Liam, Ella, Sam and Abigail. She is predeceased by her father Edward Gardner and is survived by her mother Amelia Gardner, and her sisters Louise Hiscock, Amy Smith and Irene Young. She was fully loved by her sisters and brothers through marriage Bernice, Grace, Inez (deceased), Rennie, Olive, Ruth, Sherry, Linda, Wilfred, Clayton and Carl. She will be greatly missed by her many nieces and nephews.

The family also offers a heartfelt thanks to the many medical professionals who have provided extraordinary support to us and Edna throughout our journey. Lastly, thank you to all of our friends and family for the smiles, the laughter and the support you have provided to us and to Edna over the years.

Family and friends are invited to a Visitation on Saturday, June 30th, 2018 at Beechwood Funeral Home (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa) from 3-5pm, with a Funeral Service and Reception to follow.


In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the ALS Society of Canada in Edna’s memory.

Edna….we carry you forever in our hearts…