Edna Mae Esselment (nee Awde)
March 27, 1929 - June 1, 2022
After a life well lived, peacefully and graciously, Edna has left this world surrounded by her family. Reunited with her beloved husband Alton (Essie), parents Bert and Mae Awde, along with sister Marion and her husband Cliff Stark.
Edna was a dedicated and caring mother to Bob (Terry Lynn), Jack (Patsy), Karen (Terry), and Bill (Manon). Loving supporter of 8 grandchildren: Rob (Anna), Rick (Jane), Mike (Ashley), Kathy (Cart), Bryan (Pauline), Stacey (Ryan), Kyle (Chelsea), and Taylor (Devan). Special great-grandmother of 16: Jane, Heath, Bea, Ava, Bowen, Mya, Brystal, Dax, James, Austin, Lauryn, Jordan, Vivian, Nathan, Alton and Alice. She will be sadly missed but remembered with love, respect, and the fondest of memories by all who knew her. Edna enjoyed being around people, especially children and seniors, with her smile and laughter found at the ball park or in the arena watching youth games. A love of music, animals, cooking, writing poetry, needlework, and a knack for arts & crafts were all traits Edna possessed. Our mother was also known for her generosity, kind heart, quick wit and sharp sense of humour. She had a zest for life!
Family will honor her life with visitation at Hyde & Mott Chapel, R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes, 60 Main St. South Hagersville on Thursday June 9th from 4:00 – 8:00pm. A memorial service will be held in the Chapel on Friday June 10th at 11:00am. Cremation has taken place.
Expressions of sympathy to Whispering Hearts Horse Farm, Salvation Army, or a charity of your choice is appreciated.
Family is grateful for the incredible care Edna received in her final years by staff at Leisure Living Jarvis, West Haldimand General Hospital 3rd floor, and Grandview Lodge Bridgeview Unit.
Condolences
Posted by
Caroline Donato Winegarden
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Jun 2nd, 2022
Sincere condolences to the Esselment family! Your mother was a delightful lady - always a pleasure seeing her & having her remember me with some wonderful story
Posted by
Doug Stark
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Jun 2nd, 2022
Sincere condolences to all my cousins and their families.Edna , although sometimes annoying was a great Aunt.
In my younger years took me into her home like a son ,being the last of my living Aunts,she will be missed.
Doug&Gerrianne Stark
Posted by
Richard and Mardi Broekstra
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Jun 2nd, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of Edna’s passing. She was a woman with a purpose! Loved to visit and was very kind! She will be missed!
Posted by
Bill and Elaine Meehan
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Jun 3rd, 2022
Our condolences to you all. Edna has had a great life. She will now be reunited with Essie!!
Thinking of you all. Hugs
Posted by
Darlene Lancaster
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Jun 3rd, 2022
So sorry to hear about a wonderful lady that has passed. I used to live in cheapside had my backyard like a park. Many times I’d come home and she would be having a little picnic in my backyard. I was honoured to think she felt at home enough to enjoy herself by having a picnic by my little fountain and flower garden. She will be missed. I think of her often. Condolences to the family.
Posted by
Don&Gail Doughty
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Jun 3rd, 2022
Bob, Jack, Karen, Bill and families
Sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. Lots of memories of her and Essie.
Posted by
Bruce & Cathy Whitford
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Jun 3rd, 2022
Whenever Edna saw us she was always so friendly and so interested in how our family was doing. She was a true delight to be around. Our Sincere Sympathy to all of her family and friends.
Posted by
Gary and Linda Gallagher
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Jun 3rd, 2022
To Edna's greatest life of her family she will be missed and remembered. She always wanted to sit with Linda and I at the Legion
breakfast to hear her stories and gossip will be missed. Her family was blessed with dedicated and loved people in this community.
Posted by
Mike & Linda Feeney
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Jun 3rd, 2022
Sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. Always interested in what our kids were up to. She will be missed.
Posted by
Darryl and Darlene Fehrman
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Jun 3rd, 2022
We are sorry to hear of Edna’s passing, but happy to know she is with her Essie again. Her huge heart was always at the ball diamond for the Fehrmans. Brought our team cold watermelon on hot days. The teams loved her. So did we. Always told me how beautiful I was dressed. She was a beautiful soul. Hugs to you Edna til we meet again.
Posted by
Lorali Smith
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Jun 3rd, 2022
Sincere condolences on the passing of your mother Bill I have fond memories of her when we were kids. May she rest peacefully
Posted by
Karen Dyet Sweeting
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Jun 3rd, 2022
Sending sincere condolences to Bill, Karen, Bob and Jack. I remember Edna fondly from our childhood days, in our neighborhood and especially at the United Church. She was dedicated to her family, her church and her community and will always be remembered for her contributions. May she find peaceful rest in her heavenly home.
Posted by
Debbie Berry
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Jun 3rd, 2022
My sincere condolences. Your mom was a special lady.
Posted by
Cathy Binek
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Jun 3rd, 2022
Another north ender gone to rest..condolences to all
Posted by
Glen & Val Harrop
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Jun 3rd, 2022
To the Esselment Clan rooted in Hagersville. What a stalwart individual for the Community together with Essie, regular supporters of family, the ball park or arena activities, plus United Church, take your pick. Another tree planting in the park would be most appropriate. From afar in the West, Tillsonburg, we send our sincere sympathy to the families. May the Esselment legacy live on... HGH ...
Posted by
Paul & Brenda West
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Jun 3rd, 2022
Our sincere condolences to the Esselment family. Edna was such a lovely lady, we really enjoyed our talks whenever we got together. She always made Paul
laugh. She will be sadly missed.
Posted by
Wayne Awde
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Jun 3rd, 2022
My condolences to The Esselment family, she used to call me at home always had a nice chatShe will be missed
Posted by
Wendy (Kramer) & Ed Hannigan
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Jun 4th, 2022
Our condolences to the Esselment family. We were sorry to learn of Edna’s passing. She was a special lady and will be remembered by all who knew her.
Posted by
Ted Heinrichs
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Jun 4th, 2022
I am blessed for having been able to call her my friend. What a loss to the community!
Posted by
Luanne and Chris Martin
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Jun 4th, 2022
Condolences to Karen and Terry and all of Edna's family. She was a special lady who brightened Chris' workday at Hagersville Arena- always left him laughing. And Edna was so kind to my brother Johnny during his illness- delivering special gifts and cards she made to him. May her loving memories strengthen you during this sad time.
Posted by
Barb Wase
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Jun 5th, 2022
Edna and I met 66 years ago when I started my teaching career at Northview school. What a wonderful person she was and continued to be throughout her lifetime! Bob was in that Grade 1 class and Edna was a constant source of help and encouragement to me and to the school.( In later years she made a beautiful quilt commemorating those students of 1956-57.) When Dave and I moved to the ‘North End’, Edna and Essie were there to welcome us and over the years it was always such a pleasure to meet up with them. When I returned to Northview before retiring, once again Edna gave her time and talents to help my students in quilting and sewing projects. She was always a very special person. She was a delight to chat with during her years at Leisure Living as her zest for life and her concern for others was always evident. My sincere condolences to all the Esselment families.
Posted by
Donna Jepson
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Jun 6th, 2022
Condolences to the Esselment families. Edna welcomed me to the north end on numerous occasions and always reminded me that we were cousins. Her love for all animals was inspiring.
Posted by
Peter Burger
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Jun 6th, 2022
Jack and Patsy,
I am saddened Jack by the news of your Mother’s recent passing. She was a dear friend to and of my mother, especially after my father’s death. My condolences and sincerest sympathies to you and your entire family. May she Rest In Peace.
❤️Peter
Posted by
Jim and Dianne Strohm
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Jun 7th, 2022
Our deepest condolences to all the Esselment Family. Edna was one truly one of a kind. She welcomed us to the "North End" with her homemade treats. Rest in Peace Edna. A life well lived.
Posted by
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Jun 8th, 2022
To the Esselment Clan, Condolences on Edna's passing. I have sent a donation in her memory to the Whispering Hearts Horse Rescue.
Ed McCarthy
