Edward James ‘Ed’ Keating
1939-2017
Keating, Edward James «Ed» – Age 78 of Canso,
Guysborough Co. Ed was awarded his wings and soared to
Heaven after he was released from his battle with Dementia on Sunday,
August 6, 2017 surrounded by his loving family friends and
compassionate care givers in the Seaside Manor, Canso.
Born in Canso, he was a son of the late Kingston and Rena Mae
(MacKenzie) Keating. He was predeceased by his brothers, Lloyd and
Delbert «Sonny» Keating; sister, Dorothy «Dot»
MacLean.
Edward was a caring, affectionate and giving man whose world
revolved around his family. He was gentle loyal and always trying to
help people. Ed had several employment positions that he had taken
great pride in, he worked for Veteran Affairs, Camp Hill Hospital,
Halifax; Fisheries Officer with Fisheries and Oceans Canada. He was a
gunsmith and had a huge amount of pride for his gun shop; he was also
a skilled diver. His hobbies included, going for drives and visiting
friends, going in the boat, cooking, playing crib with his buddies
(and according to him he always won). He travelled the world and even
survived a shark attack in the Grand Cayman Islands. Ed enjoyed making
homemade beer and wine for his buddies and I’m sure
they’d all agree that it had a good kick. Ed enjoyed making
beautiful jewellery as well. His beautiful smile and big brown eyes
will be sadly missed by his family, friends and all who had the
pleasure of knowing him. He had a sense of humor like no other and
many were victims of silly pranks he played. They can now hold these
funny memories dear and cherish them. He is survived by his loving and
devoted daughter, Rena Keating, Canso; his smart and loving son,
Roger, Stellarton; his cherished and greatly loved grandchildren,
Darrien (Byron), Shara Mae and Isaiah James Keating; and his special
little great-granddaughter, Scotia Mae Christina Keating; brother,
John (Heather) Keating, Halifax; beloved sister, Maureen (George)
McKelvie, Halifax; first cousin and special friends, Philip and Paula
MacKenzie; special friend, Mike Doyle, Guysborough; many cousins,
nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews; special uncles
Clyde and Ernie MacKenzie.
Extra special thanks to each and every staff member at Canso
Seaside Manor for the gentle and compassionate loving care they gave
my father. To Dr. John Sullivan, his doctor and friend; and Rhonda
Bennett from Eastern Memorial Hospital, Canso; Rev’s David
and Betty Wheeler for the prayers and words of comfort, to all of you,
your support and love meant so much and never will be
forgotten.
In keeping with Ed’s wishes cremation has
taken place. A grave side service and celebration of life will be held
at a later date. Donations in memory of Edward may be made to Canso
Seaside Manor. Arrangements are under the care of Dennis Haverstock
Funeral Home, Canso. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family
at: www.haverstocks.com

Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Edward James ‘Ed’ Keating – 1939-2017.source

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