Edward ENGLUND

Edward Nels Englund
December 21, 1939 – November 22, 2016
It is with great sadness to announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Edward surrounded by family at Royal University Hospital on Tuesday, November 22, 2016. Ed was born on December 21, 1939 in Kelliher, SK to parents Eric and Grace Englund and brother Rod. Ed was a man of many trades, grew up constructing grain elevators, concrete and landscaping. Ed and Chris met and settled in Saskatoon where they raised their family, as well as grandkids Wade and Donna as their own. Ed had many passions which included gardening, curling, watching sports and spending time with the great- grandchildren. Ed had a huge heart, an amazing sense of humor and was very generous. After the passing of his wife, Ed spent most of his time at Barrier Lake, fishing, boating, road trips, and enjoying life to the fullest. Ed was predeceased by his wife Christine, parents Eric and Grace Englund, sons Clifford and Wade (Sarah) and grandson Brandon. Left to mourn his passing is his brother Rod Englund, daughters Irene (Mark), Silvia (Al) and Donna (Anthony) as well as many grandchildren, great- grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family would like the send their deepest gratitude to the staff at RUH. The Memorial Service will be Saturday, November 26, 2016 at Saskatoon Funeral Home at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Cancer Society. Condolences may be left at www.saskatoonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to SASKATOON FUNERAL HOME (306-244-5577).