Edward Gray
1964-2021
Leafs Nation feels a lot smaller after Edward Gray, age 56,
of Terrace B.C. passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. Despite a
challenging diagnosis, Edward always found the good in every day until
his death. We think he learned this resilience after enduring 54
difficult years cheering for the Leafs.
Edward is survived by his wife Laura, daughter Marlee, son
Kyle, and dog Daisy “Maple Leaf” Gray. In New Brunswick, he
is survived by his mother Dorean and brothers Norman (Ginny) and James
(Sherry). He is predeceased by his father Allison.
Edward was born in Centreville, New Brunswick and during his
years in the Maritimes he discovered his love for hockey, developed
his dry sense of humour, and most importantly met the love of his
life, Laura. After a failed attempt at a business degree, Edward went
back to the University of New Brunswick to become an elementary school
teacher.
In 1990, Edward and Laura left New Brunswick for a
“short” trip to Stewart B.C. to begin their teaching
careers. Stewart quickly became home and Edward and Laura
gained valuable teaching experience, made long lasting friendships and
welcomed their first child, Kyle. In 1997, they moved to Terrace and
bought their first home and six years later, their daughter Marlee was
born.
Edward was passionate about his interests that include
watching and occasionally getting angry about the Toronto Maple Leafs,
being a teacher, coaching school sports, playing hockey, fishing and
spending time with friends. Most of all, he loved being a
dad to Marlee and Kyle.
On October 2nd, 2020 Edward was diagnosed with Stage IV Colon
Cancer. His ability to stay positive throughout his illness was truly
inspiring. He never stopped cracking jokes and he kept his
family’s spirits high throughout the entire
journey. He always said, “Nothing is worth it if
it’s easy”.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the
Centreville Proud Fund and cheering for the Leafs this
year.
“Go
Leafs”!!
www.carletonfuneralhome.ca
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Edward Gray 19642021..
Death notice for the town of: Jacksonville, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick