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EDWARD HENRY ROMANCE

Date of Passing: May 29, 2013

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EDWARD HENRY ROMANCE Peacefully, on May 29, 2013, at his home at the age of 75 years. He was predeceased by his parents, Mary and Walter Romance, sister Olga and brother Bill. Left to mourn his passing are brother Bob (Donna), sister-in-law Marilyn, nieces Wendy, Patricia (George), Sheryl (Frank) and Shannon, and his many friends. Ed was born in Silver, Manitoba and moved with his family to Winnipeg as a young child. He worked at Birchwood Automotive for 34 years. Ed's favourite pastime was spending time at his cottage at Winnipeg Beach, with the good friends he made there. Ed had many special and happy memories with the "Happy Hour Gang" at Winnipeg Beach. Ed also enjoyed road trips, going often to British Columbia. The family wishes to express thanks to long-time friend Richard Yanecki and neighbour Ed Korpesho for all the mechanical help they provided to Ed through the years. Ed will be sadly missed. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment will be held at Holy Family Cemetery, 4355 Main Street, West St. Paul on Thursday, June 6 at 1:00 p.m. with a celebration of his life to follow at Canad Inns, 2100 McPhillips Street at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of one's choice. Seasons Funeral Chapel - OakBank www.seasonsfunerals.ca
Publish Date: Jun 4, 2013

EDWARD HENRY ROMANCE Peacefully on May 29, 2013 at his residence, Edward passed away at the age of 75 years. Arrangements are pending and a complete obituary will follow. www.seasonsfunerals.ca
Publish Date: Jun 1, 2013

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 04, 2013

Condolences & Memories (15 entries)

  • My extended sympathies to his youngest brother Bobbie & Donna. I'll remember him forever when I did visit him he always offered me a shot of C-R. - Posted by: Henry E Romance (1st cousin) on: Jun 11, 2013

  • A most welcoming person & extremely kind & generous who loved life & to tease. A friendship that will always be cherished & remembered with love. We will recall all those wonderful occasions at the lake & brekkies & lunches shared by all the lake gang. We know Eddie loved them all God Bless. Rest In Peace. Freeman & Lily - Posted by: Freeman& Lily Fjeldsted (Friends thru lake friends) on: Jun 06, 2013

  • Ed it has always been a privilege to be your friend and neighbor and you will always be missed. Ed always treated everyone with respect and we will always miss your famous laugh that we could hear around the neighborhood. Happy Hour at the cottage came from Ed thinking its a time to relax, have a drink and good conversation for a couple hours on a Saturday afternoon with the neighbors. In the early 90's it started with a few of us at 5 pm when the Ukrainian Hour was on one of the rural AM stations. However weather ruined a few happy hours because it was wet, muddy or mosquitos. In the mid to late 90's Ed had the deck built with wrap around seating to host anyone wandering the neighborhood and soon the "Happy Hour" became what it is today. Although we will try to continue the tradition, it just won't be same. Ed was a pillar to our community, and can't be replaced. Ed's most memorable quote about the beach, "Man I'm going to miss this, when I'm gone". Miss you buddy. - Posted by: Richard, Kim, Dylan and Brent (Neighbor and good friends) on: Jun 05, 2013

  • Eddie was always so cheery and friendly every time he would walk by my counter at work. Always asked if someone had put a ring on my finger yet haha. He'll be missed! - Posted by: Tahreem () on: Jun 05, 2013

  • Always so friendly and had treats for all the kids he will be so missed. Happy Hour will not be the same. We had a rye and a shooter for you Ed. Make mine Southern Comfort Thanks Ed - Posted by: Pat Wasmuth (Wpg Beach friend mother of Heather Troy Wade Kerry and grand kids and spouses) on: Jun 04, 2013

  • I've know Ed for many years, since the days at Nutimik Lake. So sorry to hear of his passing. He will be missed. - Posted by: Cathy (Andronick) Costello (Friend) on: Jun 04, 2013

  • what a pleasure to have had you as a friend, biker buddy, newspaper deliverer, event planner for the cottagers breakfast + dinners, jokester creating crime scenes, standing on the front deck with his remote control and changing the tv channels bob and i will not understand why, but we must accept and say goodbye bob and darlene lawrie + charlie the dog - Posted by: Darlene and Bob Lawrie (friend and cottage neighbour) on: Jun 04, 2013

  • Growing up together was great. Good times were had by all. We will miss you. God speed reuniting with family members. Thinking of you. - Posted by: Sheila and Steve Romance. (Cousin.) on: Jun 04, 2013

  • For the time we spent at the cottage, Ed was always a welcome sight! His smile, laughter and willingness to help will be missed. We will also miss seeing Ed drive around on his tractor and his "Harley". Happy Hour will continue but will never be the same. There will always be a spot for Ed. Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Wade (Neighbour at Winnipeg Beach ) on: Jun 04, 2013

  • my deepest condolences to the family. I worked with Ed at Birchwood Automotive. He always had a smile and constantly cracked many jokes. RIP Ed you will be missed by all you have touched. Anna Smith and family... - Posted by: Anna Cannata () on: Jun 04, 2013

  • Our condolences to all the family. Eddie has been a dear friend for over 50 years. His enjoyment for life and laughter made anyone smile. We enjoyed his company on camping and fishing trips, visiting at the cottage, and trips to Saskatchewan. He will be missed. - Posted by: Diane (nee Muzyka) & Bob Fraser (Friends) on: Jun 04, 2013

  • Eddie will always be remembered as the one to go and meet the new neighbors and bring them into our close cottage family. When we were the new guys on the block, Eddie made going to the cottage so special, his smile, advice and fun loving ways will never be forgotten. Thank you so much for being such a strong part of our lives and forever a part of our family! We miss you. - Posted by: Heather and Vince (neigbours @ Winnipeg Beach) on: Jun 03, 2013

  • Bobby and family. We send you words because words are all we have to express our condolences at the passing of Ed. Ursula and I have many fond memories of your brother and his happy gentle nature. Ed was always a gentleman and we consider it a privilege to have had his friendship. May the peace of God be with you as you go through this. We are on the west coast for a couple of weeks so we will probably not be able to attend his funeral but we will be there with prayer for you and your family. - Posted by: Michael and Ursula Klym (Friends) on: Jun 03, 2013

  • Our family was deeply saddened to hear of Ed's passing. Our family will miss the Interlake Spectator delivery with his lawnmower, his love of dogs, his laugh, motor bike rides with Kristy and most of all his friendship. Happy hours at the Beach will never be the same. We will all miss him very much. Jeff, Irene, Brad, Danielle, Kristy, Lauren and Christian. - Posted by: The Houghtons (Neighbours at the Beach) on: Jun 03, 2013

  • I remember all the parties out at his cottage at Winnipeg beach. So much fun. Eddie always had a smile on his face and loved to have a laugh. I will always remember him that way. My condolences to the family... - Posted by: Karenna (Karen) Shubaly (Friend) on: Jun 01, 2013

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