James (Jim) EDWARDS Jim Edwards, 85, of Drumheller, passed away the evening of Tuesday, June 7, surrounded by family.Jim was born in the Horseshoe Canyon/Hesketh area and attended the East Marne School (uphill, both ways).He lived on,and worked,the family farm.In the early fifties, he attended the Olds School of Agriculture and was well-known as "Uncle Jim", "Big Jim", and "Jolly Jim".He married Geraldine Ritchie in 1958 and started a family in the Pope Lease area.In the mid-60s he left the farm and worked at E.O.Parry's,the Elks Club,and Baesen Memorial,among many others - he loved to work with his hands.His last years were at the Sunshine Lodge, where he spent a lot of time with old friends.He was a loyal member of the Elks Lodge for over 50 years. He is survived by his wife, Gerrie; children Dean (Lori), Laurie, Pat (Mike), Peter, and Bob; his grandchildren Michelle (Ryan), Jasmine (David), Elizabeth (Richard), Katrina (Clint), James, Deonna, Myenna, Thereza, and Maia (Shane); and his great-grandchildren Natalie, Bailey, and Gavin.He is also survived by his brother John (Lavinia) and sisters Shirley (George) and Phyllis.He is predeceased by his son John; his parents William and Elvena; his brothers Craig, Earl, and Gordon; and sisters Evelyn and Gladys. The celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, June 18 from 1 - 4 in the Midland Hall; luncheon to follow. Funeral arrangements by Courtney Winters Funeral Home. Donations can be made to the Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children. Courtney-Winters Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements.(403 823 2666)
