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Father to Susan Fernandes, Lynda Dechert (Doug), Marita Kochis (Dan Reid), Dave Fernandes (Angela), Loralee Fernandes, Liz Montag (Ken) and Elsa Fernandes (Shaun Smart). Brother to Betsie Claire Butt, Carol Gonsalves (Winston), Colin Fernandes and Gail Mew (Tim). Also survived by many grand and great-grand children.
Elson was an expert and leader in the Steel Tank industry where he helped develop the Canadian Fire and Environmental codes for tanks to protect people and the environment.
The family wishes to thank the compassionate palliative nurses from ParaMed and the PSW team from Bloom Care Solutions that cared for Elson in his home and were a great support and comfort to the family.
As per Elson's request, cremation and a private family service have taken place. In lieu of flowers, consider a donation in Elson's name to the Mennonite Central Committee (donate.mcccanada.ca) or the charity of your choice.
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14 Entries
Jack Storey
April 27, 2022
We are sad to hear of Elson's passing. Our hearts go out to all of his Family and friends.
Jack and Nancy Storey
Stefan Meyers
April 27, 2022
Mary and I are sad to hear of Elson's passing, we offer
our condolences to his family and friends.
Wayne Geyer
April 27, 2022
Elson was an icon in the steel tank fabrication industry. He provided a voice of the industry on many code and regulatory groups involved with storage of hazardous liquids. I could always count on Elson having knowledge about issues of importance. But most of all, Elson was always smiling, and provided an infectious laugh, that made for many friends. He will be missed! Sympathies and prayers go out to family and friends.
Miles Mailvaganam
April 25, 2022
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Raphael Sumabat
April 25, 2022
Elson contributed greatly to the safe handling of liquid fuels in Ontario and nationally. He will be missed not only for his expertise, but the joy and laughter he brought with him. My condolences and prayers to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Chris Coyne
April 24, 2022
Dear friend/mentor, I can´t explain how much I´ll really miss you. You are an inspiration to the whole world. You were full of knowledge, faith, courage and strength. I wish you farewell in your journey to eternity. You´ll never be forgotten, rest in peace.
Karen Mew
April 23, 2022
Dear family of Elson , I send my condolences and love to you . I remember your funny and zany : ) dad , uncle Elson when he visited Australia many years ago. We went and stayed at a beach house and he was always having a joke with us .My mum Gail recently shared a memory that he had gone to Cananda when she was little and he sent her and Carol fluffy Panda bears which they could only bring out to pay with on special occasions .In Guyana I don't think mum ever gad a fluffy toy like that before . She said when she was 9 they went to visit Elson in Canada and he set up crochet and other games for them to play . Good memories from a person who brought a lot of laughter wherever he went. Much love Karen xox
Deanna Jasmins
April 23, 2022
I extend my heartfelt & sincere condolences to Elson's Dear Family. Elson will always be lovingly remembered and dearly missed. Wonderful memories of him will always be treasured. Rest In Heavenly Peace My Dear Friend.
Doug Snider
April 22, 2022
My sympathy to Elson´s family.
He and I were on several ULC committees and I always appreciated his expertise and point of view. He will be missed!
Roseanne and Leary Foster
April 22, 2022
So sorry for this very sad loss. Elson was always such a vibrant happy person. We will miss him. Sending sympathy and love to his children and their families and his siblings and their families and all who loved him.
John and Cathy Fernandes
April 22, 2022
Elson, you were always a delight to be with and I will miss your cheerfulness dearly. My prayer is that the Good Lord will welcome you into his eternal kingdom and comfort your siblings and family. You are about to join an elite group of Fernandes family members on the other side, as well as your beloved Lorraine. Pray for us and know that we will be praying for you.
Stefano Magliozzi
April 22, 2022
Great man. was always willing to help and share knowledge and advice.
Don Edgecombe
April 22, 2022
Very sad to hear of Elson's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Elson on petroleum technical committees for over thirty years. He was the most valued contributor to every ULC, CSA or National Fire Code committee he worked on. It will be difficult to replace Elson's knowledge and no one can replace his laugh. My sincere condolences to his family.
Carol Unruh
April 22, 2022
I am the daughter of Arnold Meyers and wife of John Unruh who thought the world of Elson at Clemmer Ind. for many years. Sad for your loss. Carol
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