It is with heavy hearts that we announce, in the presence of his loving family, the passing of Edward Charles Soper age 62 at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. Predeceased by his son Ryan (2002), mother Marion (2005) and father Edward (1976). Living with treasured memories his loving wife of 43 years Joan aka "George" (nee Clarke), daughters Stacey Soper-Taaffe (Rod), Kimberley Soper, and son Edward Soper (Tammy). His legacy will be celebrated through his grandkids; his best buddy Nathan, his fishing partner Jesse, his mini me Andrew, his princess Calista, and his 3 Bluenosers Koleton, Reigan and Rylan who adored their Newfoundland Poppy; Plus his fur baby girl Shtiya. He will be sadly missed by his Stepfather Ross Porter (Ruby); his special sister-in-law Judy Ryerson and brother-in-law Bernard Norman; special Aunt Ruth Snow and goddaughter Melissa Snow. Also a large circle of family and friends too numerous to mention, most of them being a "bunch of Pelts". No words can express the gratitude for all the wonderful care received by the Doctors and Nurses of 4 West. By request, cremation has already taken place. No visitation. Service to be held at St. Thomas Church, Military Road on Friday, November 10, 2017 at 2:00 PM. Interment to follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery with a celebration of life taking place for family and friends afterwards at Canon Wood Hall.

It is hard to forget someone who gave us so much to remember.