Edward PARSONS

PARSONS, Edward - Longtime resident of Niagara-on-the-Lake recently of Stevensville died peacefully on August 6, 2008 in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Margaret (Frost) for 71 years. Devoted father to Nancy (Jim) Beam of Stevensville, Linda Leinweber (Parsons) of Calgary, David (Elaine) Parsons of Kitchener. Cherished grandfather to Janice (Chris), Nash, John (Renee) Haney, Terry Haney, Theresa (Jeff) Klotz and David Leinweber, Tim and Mike Parsons and step- grandchildren Laura (Scott) Murchison, Leah (Austin) Toth and Bill (Isabel) Beam. Brother of Ida of California, predeceased by siblings Leonard, Eileen and Charlie. He also leaves 8 great-grandchildren, 6 step great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. Well known and longtime resident of Niagara-on-the-Lake he was best known as the favourite butcher at McClelland's Grocery Store. He sang baritone in the St. Andrew's Church Choir for several years and we thought he was the best Santa's Helper the Lions Club ever had. He was also a veteran of WWII. He will be sadly missed. Cremation has taken place. A service to celebrate Edward's life will be held at the MORSE & SON CHAPEL of the MORGAN FUNERAL HOMES 5917 Main Street, on Saturday August 16th, 2008 at 2 o'clock. For those who wish memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Online guest register www.morganfuneral.com 11192705