Edward Carson

Shocked & stunned to hear of Ed's passing - I always thought one day we would meet again, as 2 young boys in Africa Ed with QSO & myself as a young engineer, we spent mant many good times together in Gwoza where he taught me how to ride a horse among other things, such a gentle giant!, as I had hope we would meet one day in our travels so sad so young to leave us a heart of gold we are heartbroken!.

Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to you. We are keeping you very close to us in our thoughts and our prayers. We volunteered many hours with Ed at St. Angela School. He was not only a mentor for me to follow, but a very dear friend as well. We spent many hours coordinating activities, and talking on various topics. The world was so lucky that God had leant him to us, even if it was such a short time. He is in heaven now watching over you both. And has left an amazing legacy. What a "Truly Remarkable Man" Good-bye my friend.

I remember Ed with such fondness as he played a disciple in Love According To John and I played Mother Mary. What a joy he was to work with, the gentleness of his nature, as we shared the love of God through this Easter Play.
Lesley Schienbein

We met Mr. Carson when both our children attended St. Angela's school. He had a big influence in teaching respect and compassion to anyone who was fortunate enough to cross his path. Thank you, Mr. Carson. God Bless.

Our deepest sympathy on your loss of such a loving and caring man. There will be no other man like him in this lifetime. He is the one and only, and will be missed dearly by all.

Our deepest sympathy for the both of you in Mr. Carson's passing.

Sincerest condolences on Mr. Carson's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I remember in Grade 1 we had a project about the book the giving tree. We went into his classroom and i was incapable of building a tree so Mr. Carson gave me his instead of mine which was falling apart. Probably one of the most caring souls out there.

I am very sorry for your lost....As a former co-worker with Ed he really is a saint and had a heart of gold. I will always remember Ed and his wonderful singing that he tought the students and staff at St. Angela. He wll be forever misses. Maria Elena and Quetzala I know this is a hard time for you guys but I know that Ed will never leave you guys and will be helping you and guiding you. God Bless
Billy Woitte

What a truly beautiful human being Ed was, and what a legacy he leaves behind for others to follow. God used him mightily in this life, and his willing sevice is an inspiration to us all. The seed he planted among so many young lives will bear much fruit as those he has touched, in turn, touch others. God bless you Ed. God give you comfort, Maria Elena and Quetzala, our deepest sympathies for your loss. Ed was a desciple and soldier in "Love According to John", he was God's desciple and soldier in life. We will miss him very much.

Our Deepest Sympathy,
Our Prayers are with you in this time of sorrow and need

Edward lived his everyday with a sense of justice and love for all those around him, no matter what adventures he undertook. While those of us left behind mourn his passing, we are sure that he is embarking on his greatest adventure yet.

All of our Love Edward. He was one of my most respected role-models and leaves a legacy for all of us to live up to.

Shaun McIntyre

We will always remember Ed as the most giving person we have had the privildge of meeting. He was a friend and mentor to so many. The lives he has touched and impacted cannot be counted. We will miss him, his students will miss him, and the communities he visited will miss him.

I would like to send my sympathes to the family in your time of loss. Ed will be missed by all.

Edmonton Catholic Schools have been blessed to have had Ed as one of our own. We are very proud and thankful for his loving spirt that will live on in all of us. We have many lessons to learn from this one great teacher. Now his class begins in Heaven. Prayers and thoughts to the Carson Family, Be Blessed

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

God Bless Edward. May the seed's of love he has sown last for ever.

My thoughts and prayers are with the Carson family during this difficult time. Memories will hold us forever.

Dear Marie-Elena and Quetzala Maria and family,
Ed will continue to inspire me and one and all of all ages. I have many thoughts and images that bring thoughts of tears and Joy.
Ed knew how to live the ordinary and make many moments extra-ordinary. So to Marie-Elena and Quetsala Maria, I recall meeting you in 1987. You came to pray with and for the L'Arche Community of Edmonton.
I would like to express gratitude to Ed for believing in all the people and all the things Ed celebrated. I wish to thank you for your generosity.
I believe Ed was a humble peacemaker and I am grateful for moments spent with each of you.

Inshallah

Alyssa, Brianna, and I are terribly saddened by the loss of your husband and father. Such a beautiful loving man! God must have needed an angel. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Sending love to all the family, what a true blessing edward was to all. Sincerely Lorena and family.

To all the Carson family we extend our sympathy to you on the loss of your husband,father,son,brother,uncle,nephew.May God be with you all during your time of sorrow. May you cherish fond memories of Ed.

Ed will be sadly missed, I knew Ed through my former employer. Ed was always last to leave the school, he was truly dedicated to his students. On several ocassions Ed & I would chat on the phone about life in general. He always treated me as a friend. My sincere sympathies go out to his family.

Mr.Carson was one of the most nicest people i've met.I remember when i was in elementry he would always greed everyone like he hadn't seen them in a year and he would of just seen them five minutes ago.
He was very outgoing and was always making sure everyone was okay.I honestly think he would of helped the entire world if he could of . Now he is resting .Dios quieres sus angeles con el, y eso es lo que fue un angel para todos nostros.Mrs.Carson ,Quetzela ahora el las esta cuidando desde el cielo.

I will always remember Eduardo's shining face and the joy he gave to the kids of Managua - I can still see him driving his truck full of kids from the Centre to the beach, to the market, to events. He made such an impact on the lives of children who had come from less than perfect situations; he also made a huge impact on those of us Canadians living and working in Nicaragua during the years that Ed was also there.

con muchisimo carino,
"Rebecita"

Ed contributed so much to everybody that he had contact with him. What a loss to the world.

You are in my thoughts and prayers
always.May God be with your
family during this hard time.
Colin McIntyre

We are so sorry for your loss.We were thinking of you lots this past year. Our prayers are with you.

Ed was a wonderful teacher and a delight to be around. I taught with Ed a few years ago and always enjoyed the times that we shared together. He truly lived his faith and had a great impact on everyone.

thanks God, we had the oportunity
to share good times with Eduardo and his family.

we will miss him

Nuestras mas profundas condolencia

Spending time with Ed and "his kids" has been a special highlight of my life. Thank you dear Eduardo for everything you have taught us. Ed always gifted us with his very best and we all love him.
Our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Marie-Elena and Quetzala Maria and Ed's family with much gratitude and appreciation to you all for sharing Ed with us.
God Bless from "Miss" Jenny
and Perry d'Obrenan and family

From Edward's Ottawa cousin,

We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.