19552019
Edward Bastarache
1955-2019
It is with sadness the family
announces the death of Edward Lawrence Bastarache, age 64, of Saint
John, NB, which occurred August 14, 2019, at the Saint John Regional
Hospital. He was born on August 3, 1955, in Saint John, NB,
the son of the late Helen (Fournier) Bond and Edward
Bastarache.
Eddie is survived by his siblings
Cathy Bradley (Alonzo) of Grove Hill, NB, Daniel Bastarache of Saint
John, NB, Elizabeth Craig (George) of Stratford, PE, Robert
Bastarache, Michael Bastarache (Alicia) of Nova Scotia and Charlene
Bastarache of Saint John, NB; his step-siblings Cheryl Stewart
(James), Millie Miller (Wesley), Zonya Russell (Bradley), Della Cole
(Harold), Donna Nutter (Murray), Dwight Bond (Janet), Lloyd Bond
(Marilyn); his special family for the past five years Kelly and Steve
Amos, whom he called Mom and Dad.
He was predeceased by his step-father,
Arthur Bond, and his step-brothers Gordon Bond, Donald Bond and
Stewart Bond.
Eddie worked at the Ken-Val Co-Op for
18 years as a grocery packer and cart manager, where he loved
interacting with his customers. He made many lifelong
connections during his career and often talked about his time
there. He had a way of making every person feel special and
would remember each and every one, even years later.
Eddie was a dedicated member of the
Living Water congregation while he lived in Hampton. He was
deeply religious and could be found playing the organ from time to
time on Sunday mornings. His love of music filled his spare
time. He played the organ, accordion and guitar and had a
massive collection of records, tapes and CDs. Eddie loved to
spend his time playing or listening to music of all genres.
His musical knowledge could rival even the biggest music
fanatics. He loved to sing, whether he knew the lyrics or
not. He even made his singing debut at the Barnesville
Kitchen party with his sister.
In his later years, Eddie became quite
the athlete. He participated in the Special Olympics,
playing basketball, floor hockey, bocce ball and swimming but his
favourite was bowling.
Eddie was a gentle soul which could
explain why he was drawn to dogs and they were drawn to him.
As with everything he was passionate about, he came to be somewhat of
an expert and could teach you almost anything about any
breed. He was lucky to have 3 dogs in his special family,
who shared the same love of music that he did. On Tuesday
nights, they could all be found putting on a private concert for
Steve, with Eddie on lead vocal and the dogs accompanying
him.
Above all else, Eddie loved
deeply. He was the strongest believer in all that is good
and pure and magical. He carried an unbridled joy that
touched everyone that had the pleasure to meet him. His
enthusiasm for life and people could not be missed. He
cherished his family, both the family he was born into and the family
he chose. Because of this, he was surrounded by a large
family who loved and cherished him just as much.
You will always be loved, Eddie; you
will never be forgotten. Rest easy.
He is resting at Reid’s
Funeral Home (506-832-5541) 1063 Main St, Hampton, NB with visitation
on Wednesday, August 21, 2019, from 2:00-4:00-pm and from
6:00-8:00pm. The funeral service, conducted by Rev. Tom
Price, will be held at Living Water Pentecostal Church at 11:00am on
Thursday, August 22, 2019. Interment will take place in
Riverbank Cemetery following the reception.
Memorials in memory of Eddie can be
made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Special Olympics
NB.
Personal condolence to the family and
donations may be made through ReidsFH.com.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Edward Bastarache 19552019..
Décès pour la Ville: Hampton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick