Desmond Thomas Edwards

EDWARDS, Desmond – Passed away unexpectedly at his home with his family by his side on Sunday July 3, 2016 at the age of 76 years.  Beloved husband of Sharon.  Loving father of Jane Jolicoeur (Rick), Lori Edwards (Bobby), Patti Edwards (Fred) and Mike Edwards (Renée).  Adored grandpa of Amanda, James, Angela, Christina, Joey, Thomas, David, Jeffrey, Shelley, Michael and Kaleb.  Proud great grandpa of 8.  Dear brother of Virtue, Walter, Shirley, Clarence and the late Gordon, late Ernest, late Irene and late Nelson “Dennis”.  Desmond will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews.  A memorial service will be held at the Sacred Heart Church on Friday July 8, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Sebastien Groleau officiating.  Memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.  The family would like to thank the Doctors, nurses, paramedics and fire department for their quick response and the care given to Desmond.  (Arrangements entrusted to the P.M. Gilmartin Funeral Home, Wawa, 1-800-439-4937).   www.gilmartinfuneralhome.ca