It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Edna Hurst due to a heart attack. She passed away on October 19, 2021 with the comfort of family by her side.

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Edna Hurst due to a heart attack. She passed away on October 19, 2021 with the comfort of family by her side.

Edna was born March 21,1939 in Port Arthur, Ontario. Edna is survived by her loving husband Ron and sister Margie Coceancic. Children Tracy Blekkenhorst, Don (Audrey) Hurst, David (Julia) Hurst, Julie (Dave) Hoffman. Grandchildren Ryan (Kaitlyn) Medendorp, Noel (Matthew) Serino, Rikki Del Ben, Taylor-Lynne Hurst, Emily Hurst, Peter Hurst, Sam (Tyra) Hurst, Elden and Jaden Hurst, Kenzie and Nick Hoffman. Great-Grandchildren Ryder and Lilly Medendorp, Markus and Aria Serino, and Lovisa Hurst.

Edna was predeceased by her sons Rusty and Bill Freeman and her brother Robert Bongard.

Edna always maintained a zest for life. In her earlier years fishing and knitting were her favourite hobbies. In recent years she enjoyed the challenge of crossword puzzles and the fun of scratch tickets. Edna always loved baking and trying new recipes. Her famous chocolate chip cookies were constantly in demand. Throughout the years the one thing that remained consistent was her love for Jeopardy. No one dared to interrupt her quality time with Alex Trebek!

It can be said without doubt that Edna’s greatest joy in life were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her best days were ones spent Facetiming with Noel and all the great-grandkids, or going on coffee dates with her sister Margie.

Edna’s wish was for a private family celebration. We would like to thank the amazing staff at St. Joseph’s Hospice Care for their support and compassion during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.