Quietly on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at his home in Middlesex Centre, Ed passed peacefully with his family at his side following a short and courageous battle with cancer in his 81 st year. He is survived by his loving wife Nancy (Siddall) of 54 years and devoted children Anna (Richard Morphy) of Strathroy and Keith (Leslie Orendorff) of Lucan. Proud Poppa to Emily and Adam Morphy, Spencer, John, and Cole Robson. A cherished brother-in-law to Patricia Robson (Bob Bossence), David and Lynn Siddall, and Joan Robson (Ralph Needham). Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Ed is predeceased by his parents Gordon and Marjorie Robson as well as brothers Arthur and Charles.
Ed had a devout love for his family and his friends. He was a kind and generous man who touched the
lives of many through his gentle spirit and sense of humour. Born and raised in Middlesex Centre, Ed grew up on his family’s farm on Vanneck Rd. He continued this tradition managing his own farm on Greystead Dr. alongside his wife and children. He loved all things about the farm and would share many of his experiences with those around him. Ed drove a school bus and highway coach for over 60 years with Murphy Bus Lines and Langs Bus Lines.
This gave him an opportunity to explore unique places and meet some interesting people across the region. He always returned home with some fun stories – many of which seemed at times to be a little embellished.
Ed will be remembered for his active involvement in several community organizations where he cultivated many lifetime friendships. Ed devoted much of his time to support the Middlesex Junior Farmers (past President) and the Ilderton Lions Club (President, Zone Chairman and Deputy District Governor). At Vanneck United Church he developed his love for music singing in the Glee Club and Senior Choir. Here, he also served as an Elder, on the Board of Stewards, and was a Sunday School Superintendent. Many people will have wonderful memories of Ed’s generous volunteering, storytelling, and compassion.
A private family service will be held on Friday, January 29th at Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan. Cremation with interment at Carlisle Cemetery.
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Greg Houser
This man made a positive impact. Many encounters with him over many years and he was always gentle, personable, classy and strong.
Bob and Nancy Rushton
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and father. Ed will be greatly missed.
Brent Robson
Aunt Nancy, Anna & Richard, Keith & Leslie, and families, I have so many wonderful memories of Uncle Ed. He was a great uncle to the rest of us Robsons. When we get telling stories, the really funny moments unfailingly make us all smile and laugh. I know that he’ll be missed by you. I know that he’ll be missed by all of us.
Thank you for the memories, Uncle Ed.
Brent
Don Pletch
Nancy, Anna, Keith and Families
Very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. I always enjoyed time spent with Ed at Lions functions and running into him at Tim Hortons when he was driving a bus. Ed always had a smile, a great sense of humour and a tremendous sense of enthusiasm.
Ed will be missed by all who knew him, however, he will live on through his children and grandchildren.
Dan and Carol Sloetjes
to the Robson family
our condolences to the Robson family.
Dan and Carol Sloetjes and our family
Sara Masse and Brett Humphrey
Mrs.Robson, Keith, Leslie and family.
We were very saddened to hear of Ed’s passing.
He will be remembered for his kind spirit and big smile.
Sending you our condolences,
Brett and Sara
George and Janice Dauncey
Nancy, Anna and Chi-Chi,
So very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. He was a great man.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Jack & Dana Garrett
Dear Nancy and family,
We offer our deepest sympathy to you at this sad time. We hope that your family and friends will give you comfort and peace and that memories of Ed will stay with you forever.
Jack & Dana Garrett
Doreen Garrett
My sincere sympathy. Ed was fun and a real addition to all our Junior Farmer events he attended. He will live on in many memories.
Pat Egan
Nancy and family. So sorry for Ed’s passing. It was always a pleasure when he would stop in for a visit.He was such a good neighbour and friend who will be deeply missed by all .
Lisa Phillips
Nancy, Anna and Keith and family. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Ed was such a funny and kind spirit. As well as being a neighbor,
he drove my school bus for years. I always looked forward to seeing his smile each morning. He was deeply proud of his family and I’m sure you’ll miss him deeply.
Ronna (Hughes) Austin
So very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. It was always a pleasure to have a chat with him. He will certainly be missed by all those who knew him.
Dr Ray and Marion Meredith
Always enjoyed Ed and such a Solid Fellow in community.
Surely is being missed.
God’s Comfort and Care to the Family
KIM Bowman
Dear Nancy, Keith, Anna and families
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Ed. He was a great neighbour and cousin. He will be remembered for his gentle manner and infectious smile. I still remember we had lost our hydro one winter, and were staying with Aunt Bernice and Uncle Ship. Nancy made a huge meal and Ed delivered it in his grain truck so none of us would go hungry.
God Bless xox
Steve and Kim
Belinda, Scott and Maureen, Paula and Joel
Heather Bice
Dear Nancy, Anna and Keith
So very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing he was such a kind and gentle man who always wore a smile that could light up the room. May the memories that you have in your heart give you strength to get through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely
Heather Bice
Sharon crawford mackay
Reading the free press and so sorry to see that Ed had passed away. Although we have not seen each other for many many years it made me think of Alec and the many memories from Junior Farmers. Looking at the pictures it looks like a wonderful life of family, farm community. Thinking of you all
Sharon Crawford Mackay.
Alexandra Galbraith
Dear Nancy, Anna and Keith ,
I am so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Katie Robson
Aunt Nancy, Anna, Richard, Keith, Leslie, Emily, Adam, Spencer, John, and Cole,
My sincere condolences to you all. I learned new words, learned about some tractors, I got to buy him coffee at the Denfield store while he went to pick up the Phillips’s, and even taught him about selfies this past July. Uncle Ed will be missed by many. My thoughts are with you.
Katie
Bill & Jo-Ann McLinchey
Dear Nancy, Anna, Keith & families.
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult and sad time. Ed was a gentle man. Such a beautiful tribute to Ed.
Bill & Jo-Ann
Bill and Cindy Gysbers
Sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. He was my favourite bus driver and always commented about how we ran so far to catch the bus. I think he came early just to see how fast we could run. Our condolences to your family
Kelly O’Neil
To the Robson Family
Sorry for your loss , Thinking of all you at this hard time . My condolences
Kelly O’Neil
Jo Trudgen
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Ed’s passing! Years and years of great memories working and travelling with Ed and Nancy! Always a smile! Sincere sympathy to Nancy and all the family!
Nancy Holden
What a shock! We have just read Ed’s obituary in the Free Press, and send sympathy to the entire family. Nancy and Pat, you have been through so much in the last few years. Sending love and blessings, Nancy and Fred Holden
Marian Smibert
Dear Nancy and family: Mom and I were truly sorry to hear that you had lost Ed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have very fond memories of field trips on which he accompanied us as our bus driver and his attendance at lots of staff parties. He was often the one who came to pick up cakes for many family celebrations
Dear Nancy and Family: Mom and I were truly sorry to hear that you had lost Ed. I have many fond memories of him accompanying us on our exciting field trips as our bus driver. He was always a faithful attendee at our staff parties and he was often the one who came to pick up cakes for the family celebrations you had when the kids were younger. Please know that we are thinking about you as you face this life changing event. Our best to you all. Marian and Ivah Smibert
Joan Greenlee
Nancy, Anna, Keith and families so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing – a great gentleman – will be missed by all. Joan Greenlee and Gardner McDonald and families.
Tom and Barb McInroy
Dear Nancy, Keith and family – Tom and I are so very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. A wonderful tribute to a gentle man!! You will miss him very much…
Lucan Minor Hockey
Dear Keith, Leslie, Spencer, Johnny, and Cole:
We are so sorry to hear of your families loss. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and offering you our most sincere condolences.
Sonja [Berg] Seiler
Nancy and family So sorry to hear of your loss
Ruth Siddall and children
Nancy and children, please know that we are sincerely sorry for your loss. Ed will be dearly missed by us as well as all who knew him. Stay strong.
John & Katherine McNaughton
Nancy, Anna, Richard,Keith,Leslie and families.
Memories of Ed as I grew up with him at Vanneck Church, Choirs, Jr. Farmers etc. many great times with Edward and that broad smile.
John and I both send our sincere condolences to you all and may your memories be a help in the coming days as you morn his passing and celebrate the life of a great guy.
John & Katherine McNaughton
PATRICIA CAMPBELL
Nancy and family.
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Ed. It has been many years since I have seen him but I do remember his friendly and welcoming smile.
My thoughts and caring are with you at this difficult time.
Bruce & Marg MacKichan
Dear Nancy and Family Our sincere condolences to you and your family at this time of sorry.
Lauren Pibworth
Anna and Richard, Adam and Emily,
Mike and I are so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.
Knowing you, Anna, I can only imagine what a wonderful man he was. What a blessing to be able to be with him as he left this earth.
Hugs and love,
Mike and Lauren Pibworth.
David and Joan Carrothers
Dear Nancy, Anna and Richard, Keith and Leslie
We were so sorry to learn of Ed’s illness and passing. We know that this is a very difficult time for all of you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate the life of a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He was a very good man.
God Bless
David and Joan Carrothers
Gillean Fielding
Dearest Nancy, Anna, Keith, and Family,
My sincerest condolences on Ed’s passing. Nancy, you leave me with warm and humorous anecdotes when we talked in the library about Ed. It was obvious you were a devoted and loving partner all these years.
Hugs,
Gillean Fielding
Verda and Gary Keays
So sorry and saddened to read of Ed’s passing. Our sincere condolences to all. May your fond memories be kept close to your heart and give you peace, love and strength at this time. Gary and Verda
Frank and Lorri Hogervorst
Keith , Leslie and boys
We were saddened to hear the loss of your father. Know that we are thinking of you at this most difficult time. Our sincere condolences ❤
Dave Jenken
Nancy, Anna, Keith and family,
We are saddened to hear of Ed’s passing.
Ed always had a smile on his face and a story to tell.
Many great memories of Ed from Ilderton Minor Hockey and Lucan Irish – he was the most animated parent along the glass…and always an encouraging voice.
He was a great dad.
Very sorry for your loss.
Dave Jenken and Paula Vanderburgh
Jim and Helen Hearn
Nancy,
We were saddened to learn of Ed’s passing. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to your entire family. We remember how much he enjoyed the Lucan Irish Jr. D hockey games. Ed will be missed.
Jim and Helen
Lawrence & Carol Amos
Nancy and Family: Our sincere sympathy to you at this sad and difficult time. Always enjoyed our visits at hockey games and driving bus for Murphy’s. Cherish your memories.
Tara McKenzie
Keith and the entire Robson family,
Cam and I want to send a note to say you and your family are in our thoughts.
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Cam & Tara McKenzie
Jeff & Teresa Young
So sorry to hear about Ed’s passing still remember him driving Sara to school many years ago. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you
Lisa Henderson
Your sentiments and pictures are a wonderful tribute to a life well lived…
My sincere condolences to the whole Robson and Morphy families. Thinking of you all sending my love and prayers during this difficult time.
❤️
Neil Gysbers
So sad to learn of Ed’s death. I have known Ed for more than 40 years and he was always a perfect gentleman. He will be greatly missed. Condolences to the family. Neil Gysbers
Charlie and Beth O'Shea
Our deepest sympathy to Nancy, Anna, Keith and families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Bryan and Liz Graham
Nancy, Anna, Keith and families
We were very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. May your many memories comfort you . Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bryan and Liz Graham
Murray & Jeanie Lee
Dear Nancy – We extend our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family at this sad time-May hope sustain you, family surround you, and Love give you strength.
Serena Moro
Nancy, Anna, Keith and families,
Sincere condolences on the passing of Ed. I have fond childhood memories of playing with Anna at the Robson farm. It is such a sad time but I hope fond memories comfort you, along with the many expressions of sympathy and warm thoughts of your husband, father, and grandfather Rest In Peace.
In Sympathy,
Serena Moro and family
Don Scott
Nancy, I just heard of Ed’s passing. My deepest condolences. May your love for Ed and your wonderful memories sustain you at this time.
Hugs.
Don Scott
Carole Damen
So sorry to hear of the death of Ed. He was such a kind gentle man. I loved to hear the stories of his Mom and my Aunt Ruth. He drove my Grandchildren to school and they always looked forward to his friendly smile. My sympathies to all the family
Shirley McLellan
Dear Nancy and family.
We are so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing.
His family farm and Norm’s family farm were side by side so as young men starting out in this life they were often cohorts in activities and pranks…and Ed always had that signature smile !
We lost contact when we moved away from Ilderton early in our married life and it is our great loss that we were not part of the wonderful stories that we are reading about Ed’s well lived life.
You are all on our hearts and in our prayers as you mourn Ed’s loss and celebrate his life.
Dale and Linda Froats
Nancy, Anna, Keith and family. Ed’s smile and greetings while driving through Lucan picking up and delivering in his little yellow school bus will be missed by us. He had been raised with that rural fellowship which warms the heart with fond memories of family, neighbours and good times when l was growing up on the 12th of Lobo. May your treasured memories ease your loss and caring family and friends give you the comfort you need at this time. Our sympathy, Dale snd Linda
Joan Teahen
We were very saddened to hear of Ed’s recent passing. Our most sincere and deepest condolences are extended to Nancy, Anna and Keith and their families.
Frank and Joan Teahen
Rebecca Robb
Nancy, Anna, Keith and families
My deepest condolences to you at this time.
He was such a kind man with a smile on his face always.
You will have so many wonderful memories to comfort you every single day.
Thinking of you,
Beckie Robb
Bob and Nancy Manning
Sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. He always had a smile for everyone. Cherish all those memories.
Ginnie Parsons
Nancy (& Family)
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband (father). Thinking of you during this difficult time.
With love & a virtual hug,
Ginnie (Morgan) Parsons
Jim and Marian REITH
We will miss Ed with his warm, welcoming smile and the little toot from the school bus as he drove by our house. Nancy, Anna, Keith and families, may you know that he is remembered well by many. Sincere condolences to all.
Linda Fox
Dear Nancy & family
Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of Ed.
Treasure your memories of him and hold them close to your hearts
where he will always remain, and remember that LOVE never dies.
Sincerely.
Edward & Linda Fox
Cheryl May
Dear Nancy and family. Ed will be greatly missed by so many people that knew him. He was one the kindest people I had the pleasure to meet and work with. I will sincerely miss his smiles in the morning. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Cheryl Pattyn
So sorry for your lost Nancy, Keith and Anna
Ann Brabender
Nancy, Anna, Keith and families – so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. The tribute pictures are wonderful and bring back memories. Ed always had a great smile and happy to chat. Keith reminds me of Ed. Cherish the memories, it is an end to the Robson generation, now the next generation will carry on. Ann (Shoebottom) Brabender
Larry Wales
Condolences to the family and friends of Ed.
Larry and Judy Wales
Russ and Sharon Fox
Nancy, Anna, Keith and all the Robson families.
We were so sorry to hear of Ed ‘s passing. We send our sincere sympathy to all. Ed was a great man and always smiling. We were happy he was part of our family connection. You have such great memories. Treasure them.
Dan and Ruth Dobinson
Keith Leslie and Boys. It was always great to see Ed at Lions meetings or at the farm He will be missed
Helga Howald
My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Nancy. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Donna Pautler
Deepest sympathy I knew Ed through driving bus at Murphy’s! We had many chats together! Always a smile and a wave when I meet him on the road.
Brenda Lenders
Dear Nancy, Anna, Keith and your families,
We are so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. We will always remember him as the kind, down to earth man, with that ready smile for everyone. May you take comfort in your love for each other, and the many wonderful memories he has left all of you with. Our sincere condolences to all of you,
Gerald and Brenda Lenders
Roy & MJ van Kasteren
Dear Keith and family,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, he had such a contagious smile, always some great stories. Please accept our sincere condolences, we will keep him in our thoughts and prayers.
Roy & MJ
Deirdre oneil
Condolences from Max and Deirdre O’Neil and family
Dale Cook
Nancy, Anna, Keith & family
Very sorry to hear of your loss,, My sincere condolences to you all.
Joan Taylor
Nancy, Anna and Keith
My deepest sympathy on Ed’s passing. Let the good memories comfort you in the coming weeks.
John & Mary Walls
Nancy, Anna, Keith and family;
Ed was always friendly and made time for a chat. He was hardworking as a farmer, bus driver and being involved in the Community.
Ed was a devoted Ilderton Lions Club member.
He loved his family and adored his grandchildren. We have fun memories of growing up in the Robson neighbourhood.
Thinking of everyone and may your treasured memories help you through this difficult time.
Julie O'Shea VanSpall
Dear Nancy, Anna, Keith, Richard, Leslie, Emily, Adam, Spencer, John and Cole,
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband, Dad and Poppa. I have very fond memories of Ed while hanging out at your family home, at Medway Music Nights, and while watching hockey games in Lucan. His bright smile, sense of humour, caring personality, and great enthusiasm (especially as a hockey fan!) will be greatly missed.
Sending love and prayers to all of you.
Julie, Stephen and family
Al & Julie Rollings and Family,
Keith, Leslie, Spencer, Johnny, and Cole,
We’re sorry to hear of your Dad/ Grandfather’s passing. May his memories bring you comfort.
Thinking of you all. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy Stead
Nancy, Anna, Keith & families
We are so saddened to hear of Ed’s passing.
A beautiful tribute to your wonderful, family loving Dad, Anna, he would be so proud! The pictures are such treasures & will keep his memory near! Cherish those memories in the coming days & know that he is near.
Sincere sympathy to all of you
Cathy & Mike Stead
Aunt Rose & Uncle Jim Siddall
Linda Smith
Nancy and family. So sorry to hear of your loss.
I remember Ed when he worked at Murphy’s, always had a kind word and soft spoken. And even when he worked for Langs he would drive by me and always wave. A kind and gentle man.
Your memories will always be with you.
Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Honor Patricia Robson
Dear Nancy, Anna and Richard, Emily and Adam, Keith and Leslie, Spencer, John and Cole,
With a sore heart, we send our love to comfort
you at this sad time as we mark the passing of a much loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
Ed was a kind man who found happiness in the simple things of everyday life and shared this joy with all those he knew and loved.
May you find comfort in your treasured memories of a life well lived. xoxo
Bev and Barb Shipley
Nancy , Anna , Keith and family
Thanks for sharing with us such a great guy both as a neighbour on Greystead, and as a friend. We always got Ed’s wave and smile whether through the windshield of the bus,combine, or truck when you met him on the road or just visiting in the yard . It was contagious . We ask for God’s Blessing for each of you to comfort you and bring you peace.
With deepest sympathy,
Bev and Barb
Lois McLean
Keith, Leslie, Spencer, John and Cole. I’m so sorry for your loss. Hope it helps to know we are all thinking of you during this difficult time. Lois and Hadley McLean
Murray and Edith Yeo
Keith, Leslie and Family
Our heartfelt sympathies to all of you at this difficult time. Ed was such a gentle man. He has passed on so many of his wonderful morals to all of you to carry on. All of us who were privileged to know him right now are reminiscing all the wonderful thoughts and experiences we had with him. May your memories help you through as we hold you all in our hearts.
Phyllis McIntyre
Nancy, Anna, Keith & families
Sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Jenny (Robb) Marrinan
Nancy, Anna, Keith and families,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our heartfelt sympathies to you all.
He will be greatly missed.
Jenny and Dwain Marrinan
Julie Hundey
Keith and Leslie, Spencer, John and Cole,
We are so sorry for your loss. The family resemblance between all of you Robson men sure comes through in those photos! Your dad and Poppa lives on in all of you. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Julie, Eric, Lucas, Alana and Grace
Joan Robson
Nancy, Anna, Keith and families
What a beautiful tribute to Edward…The pictures helped me to remember the past fifty four years.You will miss him.
Now the Robson family is together again.
Joan and Ralph
Barbara McGill
To Nancy, Anna and family and Keith and family and all the Robson connections:
I am so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. Our sincere sympathy to all of you.
I have many fond memories of babysitting Anna and Keith at your farm.
Ed was a kind man with a great sense of humour. He will be missed by many.
Love,
Barb McGill
Pat Mahon
To the Robson family;
I met Ed when I first started at Lang’s Bus Lines as a monitor. Every day he had stories he would tell me of his travels, his family (especially the grandchildren), of his adventures as a teenager. We had a few coffees over the years since then, and loved all my time spent with him.
Sincere sympathy,
Pat Mahon and family
Mark, Paula, Mary and Luke Robson
Aunt Nancy, Anna, Keith and family,
We are saddened to hear of Uncle Ed’s passing. Going to miss the many hours of t tractor talk in the laneway.
He taught Mark at a young age, a new curse word every time he hit his head or hammered his thumb.
Many happy memories.
Love seeing all the photos. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken & Gayle Ready
Nancy, Anna, Keith and Families,
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. Ed was our very first bus driver when Oxbow opened in 1960. We are thinking of you and wishing you peace and comfort at this time.
Ken & Gayle Ready
Lianne
Nancy, Anna, Richard, Keith and Leslie and all his beautiful grandchildren. We were so saddened to hear about Ed. Treasure the memories of a well loved man. Praying for you all that the Lord will bring a peace and comfort to the family. Much Love from Glenn, Lianne and family.
Janice Vandehogen
Nancy, Anna Keith and Families, my sincerest condolences to you all. Mr Robson sounded like a very kind gentleman. Take Care,
Bob Thirlwall
Sending sincere condolences to Nancy, Anna, Keith and your families. I remember Ed as a great neighbour and family man. He always had time to help on the farm when needed and I have a clear picture in my mind of his friendly and contagious smile and laugh when he would tell us stories when we were kids. He will surely be missed
Bob and Patti Thirlwall
Jenna and Joe Dobbie
Keith, Leslie and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Looks like he lived and gived all he had!
We are thinking about you all.
Mike and Marci Damen
Deepest sympathies to your family with this loss. Ed drove our son Max to high school in Strathroy for 4 years. I’m sure that there were some interesting conversations and stories told as they travelled to and fro. Thinking of you all at this time.
Bev Dayman
Mrs Robson, Keith, Leslie, Spencer, Johnny, and Cole
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you mourn the loss of your husband, father and Poppa.
Mr Robson always made time to stop and say hi or give us a nod from the truck when dropping Spencer off at the barn for a lesson.
I also remember a few bus rides with him behind the wheel for some of the Jr. D away games.
Thinking of you guys and sending you all our love and comfort at this difficult time.
Shawn, Bev, Maggie, Tessa, Leah and Jocelyn Dayman
Jen Hardy
Keith and Family.
We are sorry to hear of your loss.
May you find comfort in the memories.
Mike Robb, Jen Hardy and Family.
Nancy Scala
Dearest Nancy,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Our sincerest condolences. May God grant your family His peace and His mercy. The obit is beautiful; what a kind, generous man.
We will keep you all in our prayers,
Nancy and Stephanie
Sandra (McLellan) & Larry Hern
Dear Nancy and family,
We were very sorry to read of the passing of Ed. He always had such a unique laugh! Both the Robson and Siddall families were good friends of my grandparents, Donald and Muriel McLellan, and I have known Ed for most of my life. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Rose Damen
Ed drove my kids to school a couple years ago when he was driving for Lang’s . He was so kind and patient. What a wonderful man he was. I am sorry for your loss.
Nancy Long
To Nancy, Anna and Keith
Our sincere condolences! The Vanneck road will miss its Road Runner Ed who on more than one occasion saved me from the vengeance of snow and wind and pulled me from many a ditch.
Nancy Long
Amanda and Martin
Jean Hickson
Nancy and Family. So very sorry to read about Ed. My sincere condolences to you all. Remember him through all your treasured memories.
Karen Thirlwall
I will always remember his bright smile and warmth. Such a wonderful dad. Such a loved neighbour.. He is unique, irreplaceable and deeply loved and missed. In our hearts and memories forever.♥️
All our love to you Nancy, Anna and Keith, and the entire family. Our hearts go out to you.
Love,
Karen and Bree
Alma Robb
Nancy, Anna, Keith & the Robson Family
My sincere sympathy on Ed’s passing. Your on-line pictures present a beautiful tribute and amazing memories. I will never forget the support Ed showed me after Wayne passed. May he rest in peace!
Glenn & Sharleen Phillips
Nancy Anna Keith and Robson Family
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Ed was my first bus driver when Oxbow school.opened in 1960
l was first one on the bus the first day of school and he picked me up right at the house as we had a fairly long lane.
He also said this was only going to happen once .What great memories cherish them.
Shannon O'Shea Ross
Keith and family-
Sending you our most sincere condolences.
Shannon and Mark
and the staff at The Hitching Post
Greg & Katlin Sumner
Keith, Leslie and the Robson Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. What a beautiful tribute to a wonderful man. A man with a contagious smile and humour. We are thinking of you all and hope all the amazing memories carry you through these difficult days ahead.
Jennifer VanderMolen
Coach Keith and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Jillian, Jennifer, Dane and Madison VanderMolen
Michael and Wanda Versteegh
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. He had such a friendly smile.
Hold those precious moments close to your hearts.
Terry Denick
Dear Anna and family,
Sending my heartfelt condolences; may all of the treasured memories of your Dad bring you and yours comfort at this very difficult time.
The love of a father can never be replaced and it can never be lost.
Shane Allen
Nancy, Anna, Keith and family
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Shane, Christa and girls
Dwight and Leanne Garrett
Dear Nancy, Keith & Leslie and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing, we’re thinking of you all as you mourn his loss. His stories in the barn will be missed, which usually ended with his arms folded and him rocking onto his tippy toes. We love you guys and are praying for you.
Angela & Troy McLaughlin
Leslie, Keith and family, we’re so sorry to hear this sad news. Thinking of you, and wishing you peace and comfort. Angela, Troy and family xo
Donna Smith
Dear Nancy, Anna, Keith and family
With great sadness I send this condolence to you. Ed was the best, truest, honest friend one could have. He will be missed by the many people who knew him. I will always remember growing up with Ed on our abutting family farms. He was my very first bus driver back in the 60’s. Later he drove my kids to Oxbow. A most wonderful person. Sincerely.
Donna, Allison, Adam and Dennis Smith
Elaine Beattie
Dear Nancy my condolences for you and family
Ron & Linda McRae
Dear Nancy, Anna, Keith and Family,
We will certainly miss Ed’s smiling face behind the wheel of a bus or tractor, usually somewhere on the Vanneck Rd.
My fondest memories of Ed were from the many times he drove the Junior Farmers choir to competitions in Toronto.
On one visit, Ed ate lunch with us in The Royal York Hotel. Our waiter was very proper and even offered to put each napkin on our laps for us. When it was Ed’s turn, he quickly grabbed the napkin and said “I can do it myself, thank you!” He always made our trips fun.
Linda and I wish to convey our sincere condolences to your family.
Ron & Linda McRae
Kelly Miles
Nancy, Anna and Keith,
So sorry to hear the passing of Ed. He was a valuable member in the community but more importantly a cherished member of your family. Please accept our condolences and you are in our thoughts.
Larry and Kelly Miles
Andrea, Jason, Grace and Ben Feddema
Dear Aunt Nancy, Anna, and Keith,
What a beautiful tribute to Uncle Ed. We know he will be missed by many and we have so many fond memories of our times with him over the years. We will miss his smile.
Sending our love and prayers to you and your families during this time.
Ilderton Lions - Andrew Jefferies President
Nancy, Anna and Keith,
What a blessing it was to get to know Ed through the Ilderton and District Lions. He openly and humbly shared his pride and love for his family and his farm. As fellow Lions saw him as a true representation of the character all Lions and all people should all aspire to in this world. His smile and enthusiasm will be missed by those of us in the Lions club who came to know him. Please know that we are thinking of you as you prepare for this difficult transition.
Erin Playford
To Keith and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of your dad (Poppa). Bronwyn and I loved seeing him at the barn and chatting with him. He was so proud of his family. So rooted in the community, he will be missed terribly. May you find comfort in your memories. Hugs and prayers to all.
The Playford’s
Tom & Marilyn Jenken
Dear Nancy, Anna and Keith,
Our heart felt sympathy go out to you on the passing of Ed. We have many wonderful memories of Ed; whether it was cheering our boys on at the hockey rink or harvesting the corn crop on those late wet falls. We petition the God of all comfort to carry you through this difficult time.
Tom & Marilyn
Hiram, Cathy, Lilly, Violet O’Neil and Sadie Damen
Keith, Leslie, Spencer, John, Cole and the rest of the Robson Family.
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. We can see he was heavily involved in many community organizations. You are in our thoughts and prayers.