Edwards
Douglas Grant
February 22, 1929 – February 16, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father and grandfather. Surrounded by his family, Doug passed away on February 16, 2013 at the Moose Jaw Union Hospital.
Dad was born on February 22, 1929 at the Edwards Homestead in Craik. He was predeceased by his wife, Eunice; his parents, William and Maggie Edwards; his brothers, Bill and Bob Edwards; sisters-in-law, Sylvia Edwards, Freda Edwards, Faye Seiveright, Evelyn Dezotell, Doris Renaud, Shirley Manz, Laurie Craib; brothers-in-law, Cecil Dezotell, George Renaud, Bill Bearss, George Byrd, Martin Manz, Bob Craib, Warren Bogart and niece, Hilda Manz.
Doug will lovingly be remembered by his children, Rob (Norene) Edwards, Gail (Lawrence) Prill, Brenda (Colin) Reich, and Doug Edwards; his grandchildren, Heath Edwards (Christie), Laird Edwards, Tyler Prill (Lauren), Tristine Prill, Katelyn Reich (Jordan), Allie Reich, Levi and Selina Edwards. He is also survived by his sister, Peg Bogart; sisters-in-law, Anne Bearss and Audrey Byrd and by many nieces and nephews.
Dad married our mother, Eunice Craib September 26, 1955 and they made their home on the Edwards Homestead where they farmed and raised cattle. Mom passed away October 14, 2003. In November, 2010, due to health issues, Dad moved off his farm and into Craik where he made his home at the Craik Manor.
A funeral service was held February 22, 2013 at the Craik United Church with Anne Marie Francis presiding. Interment was at the Craik Community Cemetery.
He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Hanson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements.