1934 - 2024

On the morning of January 17, 2024, Ed Parnell passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 89 in the continuing care ward at Lakeridge Health. Ajax.

Loving husband of 67 years to Carol Anne Parnell (nee Cooper) and father to Brian (Joan; pre-dec), Beverly Dempsey (Tom; pre-dec) and Barbara Grenier (Larry Hachey).

Grandfather to Katlin (Billy Wells), Scott, Justin (Amanda), Mathew, Ryan (Hayley Venman), Lauren (Neil Cheddie Shane.

Great grandfather to Mia, Erica, Austin, Emily, Halli, Mady, Alyssa, Tommy, Ella, Christian. Provider of treats and scratches to Max, the cat. Ed enjoyed bowling, golfing, hockey, baseball and camping and has always been an avid observer of his favourite Toronto sports teams, the Blue Jays, Maple Leafs and Raptors.

There will not be a public memorial service. Cremation. Interment at GROVESIDE CEMETERY (Brooklin, Ontario) at a later date.

If you would like to honour Ed, raise a glass of ginger ale and say a toast to him or support a charity of your choice with a memorial donation. Thank you.