EDMOND JOSEPH YVES ASSELIN

Condolences & Memories (30 entries)

• I first met Ed back in the 1980s....during the punk rock days....he was drumming for a band called Le Kille (then later for The Brides Of Frankenstein) '''saw him play @ The Marion Hotel.... and thru a mutual love of early u.k. punk (he turned me on to The U.K. Subs)....later I was to buy an 1970 chevy impala he was brokering..'I would always bump into him at gigs and house parties(The House Of Beep)....I found him to be original, funny, and caring. I am so sorry to hear of his passing, he will truly be missed as one of the originals of the early Winnipeg scene....drum on Fast Eddie...drum on - Posted by: Steve La Grandeur (aquaintance) on: Nov 15, 2015

• Went to school with Ed back in the old Windsor Park days at Pierre Radisson Collegiate. He was an original when we were only 14 years old! I went with him to buy his first 45 record of Emerson Lake and Palmer's "Lucky Man". Ed could NOT get enough of the synthesizer! I'm sorry I didn't keep up with him when I moved away in 1972, as he sounds like he was quite the man. - Posted by: Rob Sawchuk (friend from w-a-y back) on: Jan 28, 2015

• Sorry to hear of your loss, Ed always had a smile and a handshake, a truly kind man. May the great memories you formed together keep you strong during this sad time. - Posted by: Rick and Bice (Acquaintance) on: Jan 20, 2015

• I met Ed in 1989 and was immediately drawn to him. The warmest smile and truly caring. You knew no matter where you were, if Ed was there you were sure to have a good time. I will miss you my friend. - Posted by: Janet Jacobson (Friend) on: Jan 18, 2015

• One of, no THE nicest guy from Winnipeg's old punk scene!!! - Posted by: Joe Myles () on: Jan 18, 2015

• Deepest condolences to Eddie's family and friends. I knew Eddie years ago and am very sad to hear of his passing. He was such a nice guy, always smiling and laughing. - Posted by: Marianne Sawchuk (Friend) on: Jan 17, 2015

• I met Ed when our band Riot .303 went out to play a show in Winnipeg in the early 80's. We met so many amazing people at that time but Ed really stood out! He was one of the most naturally funny people I've ever had the pleasure to encounter. Sadly I can't say I knew him as well as the people writing here but what I did experience of Ed was pure gold! R.I.P. brother and thanks for the laughs! - Posted by: Mark (friend) on: Jan 17, 2015

• I met Ed at LCS at fell in like with him immediately. He was so friendly, warm and upbeat. I loved his uniqueness and style. Ed as I've said before to you, you have been an amazing dad and have raised an awesome son. He has the very best of you. We will see you soon my friend. - Posted by: Jennifer G (Friend) on: Jan 17, 2015

• Ed and I always greated each other with hi " E " he being the first E and me being the second - hence my nick name Eee. Thank you E for the memories and may you rest peace. ️Xo - Posted by: Elaine (friend) on: Jan 17, 2015

• Eddie. I miss you pal. You were one of my greatest friends and I will forever remember all of our special times together on and off the baseball field. I admired you so much for your passion of being a father. You would do anything for anyone and especially Andrew. Coaching the boys when we were younger have provided me with some of my fondest memories. You were a great man, a great father, and a great friend Eddie. RIP my friend. - Posted by: Dean Dunstone (Friend) on: Jan 17, 2015

• I always enjoyed running into Ed in the hospital. He frequented our department when his sister Jocelyn worked there (3C Cardiology)and always had a smile on his face, a kind word or funny story to share. You were a pleasure to know Ed, my condolences to your family. Linda McLean - Posted by: Linda McLean (Co-worker at SBH) on: Jan 17, 2015

• We were next door neighbors for years. Ed was a shining light of positivity and friendship. We had lots of back yard visits, lots of shared baseball games, and sincere friendship .. Ed was always so optimistic. So positive. Such a great Dad. Such a great person. He will be truly missed. Too young. He and Deb were an amazing pair .. really simpatico. Shine on Ed. Love, Shirley, Bob, Andrew, Will and Pat. - Posted by: Shirley and Bob Grierson (Neighbours and friends) on: Jan 16, 2015

• I first met Ed thru Kenny and Pete who I worked with. If I was a friend of theirs, I was instantly a friend of his. Had so much fun hanging at the Lewis fun house, very 'CLEAN' as Ed would say. I remember taking him to get beer on my motorcycle, hair flying and a flat of OV under his arm. Never ever laughed that much. Rock on Ed, thanks for the fun. Digger. - Posted by: Steve Meyer (Friend) on: Jan 16, 2015

• Safe travels my friend...see you on the other side. - Posted by: Jamie Dowse (friend) on: Jan 16, 2015

• Deb & all the family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Ed was an angel and such a great person. He was so brave and loved you sO much. I am out of the country and won't be able to attend his funeral but know that my heart is with you all. I will get in touch when I return. Take care of each other and big hug to all of you. Xo - Posted by: Denise Balcaen (Friend) on: Jan 16, 2015

• One of the funniest people, had some great times, see you again!! - Posted by: Bryon Tully (friend ) on: Jan 16, 2015

• I'll miss Ed's friendly greetings. He always went out of his way to help staff or patients. Condolences to his family, my thoughts are with you. - Posted by: sharon (co-worker/friend) on: Jan 16, 2015

• Cousin Ed, I remember hanging out with you as kids when you visited Grandma's house, and visiting your home in Windsor Park with my father. In later years, I would run in to you at The Spectrum and The Albert, you were always easy to spot and you always had time to say "hi". Your uniqueness will be missed in this world, there are not enough people like you that are not afraid to let us all know that you are following your passions. Deepest condolences to your family and friends. - Posted by: Gary Asselin (cousin) on: Jan 16, 2015

• Firstly, so sorry to Ed's family.....my memories of Ed are that of fun and laughter....he was such a great friend to me back in the 80's when he lived on "Lewis" street....we were all so young and we had just so much fun .... always made me laugh and loved helping him with his make-up at times....I will always remember you!! Rest in Peace Friend - Posted by: Cheryl Wismer (Friend) on: Jan 16, 2015

• You said it Kenny, Thank you for being in my life Ed. Miss you lots already. - Posted by: Floyd Austin (Friend) on: Jan 16, 2015

• I ran into Ed a year ago after not seeing him in many years. We worked side by side in the kitchen at Le Rendez Vous in St. Boniface in the mid 70s. He was my best friend back then, he was always so upbeat, friendly, hard working and very funny. I still have the little charm he bought me for my 17th birthday. I later heard he became a very successful musician, I am sorry I never got to hear him perform. I am glad I got to see him again, but so sorry about his passing way too early. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Nicole Dubois (old friend) on: Jan 15, 2015

• I am so sad to hear the news of Ed's passing. After the last few difficult years of pain and ill-health, he has earned his rest. Ed was a man of many diverse facets and I only knew him in one - he will be remembered fondly by the players and their families from The Chiefs Baseball teams, for his knowledge and enthusiasm. My deepest sympathy to Andrew and Joanne and to Ed's other family members. Jan Jones - Posted by: Jan Jones (Baseball spectator) on: Jan 15, 2015

• I first met Ed at St. B. Hospital - loved dealing/working with him through Purchasing. I always held out hope that one day he would return. Rest in Peace Ed - you will be missed! Prayers to all his family! - Posted by: Sonia Feakes (Friend) on: Jan 15, 2015

• Thank you for being in my life. Safe travels SB, I miss you already. - Posted by: Ken Cormack (Friend) on: Jan 15, 2015

• I met Ed in the late '70's, as we both worked at Misericordia hospital. Then at a punk rock gig, I ran into him there. So it was nice to work together, then hang out after on weekday evenings and weekends. Ed was easy to spot at the punk rock gigs, as he was the tallest, with that shocking white spiked hair. Such a nice guy! Most guys would get angry when they had too much to drink, or another guy pissed them off, but not Ed. He was the most easy going, happiest guy I ever met. We lost touch as I moved away, but thanks to Facebook, we got in touch with each other again. I regret not stopping in at the hospital this past Christmas to see him when I was in Winnipeg!! He'll be missed!! - Posted by: Kelly Maguire (Friend) on: Jan 15, 2015

• Ed Asselin. Just hearing the name would make you pause whatever you were doing. It still does. I actually barely knew Ed, but I was always in awe of him. He was someone who influenced me and I'm sure many others over the years. It was a privilege just to see him in person and always an honour when he even said Hello. In certain circles, saying you knew him made people respect you just a little bit more. I doubt he ever realized how important his role was in the world. He was a Glam God and will always be remembered as Punk Rock Royalty. - Posted by: Twytla () on: Jan 15, 2015

• Ed worked for me almost 30 yrs ago in Record Stores (Discus and HMV ). He was one of the most friendly and courteous persons u could meet. After working together we ran into each other often at various music events around the city for many years to follow and Ed always made a special effort to say Hi & catch up. He was a good man, sad to hear of his passing...way too young. Condolences to his family, wishing you peace and knowing Ed, you must have many fond memories to fill your hearts. - Posted by: Lynne MacPhail - Millar (Co-worker) on: Jan 15, 2015

• Adieu to a unique and memorable human being. Lots of fun times were had. Trying to out-dress Ed was a futile effort. Safe travels Eddie. My deepest condolences to the friends and family he left behind. He will not be forgotten. - Posted by: Darcie (Old Friend) on: Jan 15, 2015

• Eddie, we will truly miss you. I want to thank you for being a real friend/pseudo brother to Bernie. Yourself, Bernie and Mitch were as thick as thieves. The Three Musketeers!!! We will continue to look out for Deb and Andrew and promise to always be there when needed. Rest in Peace! Cec (Bergen) LeBlanc - Posted by: cecelia bergen (friend) on: Jan 15, 2015

• I knew Ed when he worked as an orderly in the Operating Room in the late 70's and 80's, and later when he worked in purchasing at St. Boniface Hospital. When he worked as an orderly he had a unique look to him that at times might have made people think differently of him, but he was a kind and caring individual, and that came through the minute you spoke to him. Years later, after I had left St. B. and come back 13 years later, I met up with Ed again. He now worked in purchasing, and was very knowlegable and helpful in the work he did there. I am so sorry to hear of his passing, his last few years at St. B. were a struggle, and I give Ed kudos for persevering as long as he did. I believe he loved the job, and the people and St. Boniface as an employer. Your journey here has ended and a new one has begun Ed, enjoy your freedom!! God Bless. - Posted by: Marilyn Fisher- Robinson (Co- Worker) on: Jan 15, 2015