Ed was born on December 18, 1930 in Nelson, BC and passed away in Victoria, BC on August 8, 2019. Dad had a lengthy teaching career starting in Crawford Bay, BC then moving to Victoria where he met wife, Deanne, raised his family and taught for 35 years. Dad was a natural athlete who loved many sports. He played tennis and badminton competitively and was proud to have been a city champion. In his last few years, he was really missing his tennis and that circle of friends.
Dad was honest, generous, gentle and kind which exceeded his being stubborn and opinionated. He loved to create some good conflict and debate. He showed his sensitivity and empathy while caring for his partner, Pam, during her battle with cancer.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ann and Ed; his sister, Jean, brothers in law Dick and Vern; Deanne; Pam; and nephew, Jim. He is survived by sisters, Lois (Tom) and Noreen; daughters, Christine (Phil) and Lisa; son, Blair (Nicci); grandchildren, Kimberley (Kevin), Derrick (Carla), Rebecca, Laine (Stephanie), Curtis, Shayla, Max, Alex and Trysten; great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Elsie, and Kayden and many nieces and nephews.
Many thanks to the wonderful staff on the 5th Floor N at RJH. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Beacon Community staff at The Victorian on Douglas, as well as the residents and staff at The Victorian where he lived the last 4 years.
No service by request.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Anna Gladwin
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Lorna and Don Elder To the family of Ed Hedley we send our sincere condolences. We enjoyed many happy years of fun and friendship with Ed and Deanne. Ed was a real gentleman in Sports and his daily life. Sincerely, Don and Lorna Elder
Mr. Hedley was my teacher and badminton instructor, very good and effective at both. We lived in Crawford Bay at the time and my parents were teachers (Bill Gladwin). My condolences to his family.
Anna Gladwin