Obituary of Edward Firmaniuk

FIRMANIUK, Edward December 14, 1935 – May 14, 2021 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Edward of Mundare, AB, at the age of 85. Edward is survived by his loving family, two daughters Karen and Darlene (Sylvain Sanscartier); daughter-in-law Bonnie; five grandchildren Craig (Jessica), Amber (Mike), Sydney, Danielle and Mackenzie; three great grandchildren Sophia, Clara and Grant. He is also survived by his siblings Ann Ulan, Elizabeth (Raymond) Kropielnicki, Harry (Rita) Firmaniuk and Rose Hancheruk; along with many nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Edward was predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Janet (2012); son Allan (2009); parents Nick (1983) and Mary (2005) and sister Nancy (1951). Edward was a hard-working lifetime farmer and a dedicated steward of his land. He was a kind, sincere man, good neighbour and friend loved by many. He was a devoted father, husband, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, brother and friend. *******Now that restrictions have lifted, we have set a date. The memorial mass for Edward is at 10am on Saturday July 31st at St Peter & Paul’s in Mundare. We will visit Dad’s grave after for a blessing and then we will have a reception at the farm for family, friends and neighbours. Everyone is welcome to mass & to the reception. If you intend on coming to the reception however, please let us know so we can plan the food- RSVP by calling Darlene at 587-873-7197. Thank you all.******* In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to “CK Hui Heart Centre-Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation” or “Covenant Health Foundation c/o Grey Nuns Community Hospital Palliative Care Unit.”