Edna SIMPSON

BURKE, Edna (nee Simpson) - After an incredible battle with cancer, Edna passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, February 27 at the Hotel Dieu- Shaver at the age of 85. Much loved mother of Ron (Norma Medulun) Burke and Jan Spry, Devoted Nana of Dave (Jen) Burke, Allison Burke, Nick Spry and Angela Spry. Also survived by her sister Peg (Ken) Robertson and her nieces the late Karen (Ron) Reid and Dayle (Steve) McKenzie. Predeceased by her husband Fred (2006) and daughter in law Carolyn (2005). The family extends sincere thanks to Dr. John Luce and the nurses of 2-West at the Hotel Dieu-Shaver for their incredible and compassionate care. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and funeral arrangements are entrusted to SIMPLER TIMES CREMATION CENTRE. Family and friends are invited to Norma's home (8 West Hampton Drive, St. Catharines) on Friday, March 6th from 2- 4pm to celebrate Edna's life. There will be an interment at a later date in Mount Royal Cemetery in Montreal. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada or the M.S. Society of Canada would be appreciated by the family. 11428926