In Loving Memory of
Ed Atcheson
September 5, 1953 – September 28, 2025
Funeral Service with Live Stream
Saturday, October 4, 2025
1:30 PM PDT / 2:30 PM MDT / 3:30 PM CDT / 4:30 PM EDT
Note: 2:30 PM Central Standard Time (Regina, SK)
SASCU Recreation Center
2550 10th Ave NE, Salmon Arm, BC
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Ed Atcheson Obituary
Ed Atcheson passed away Sunday Sept 28 2025 at Salmon Arm BC at the age of 72. He was born to Ernie and Alice Atcheson Sept 5 1953 in Prince Albert SK.
He was predeceased by his parents Ernie and Alice, In-laws Mel and Velma Hansen, sister Judy Stewart, sister Joan King, and nephew Warren Nunn.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years Wanda (Hansen), daughters Kaylee Atcheson of Regina, and Adriana (Dustan) Erickson and grandaughter Scottie Erickson, of Hudson Wisconsin; brother Jim Atcheson of Kelvington SK; sisters Elainemarie Atcheson of SE Asia and honorary sister Tracy Colwill of Ft Qu’Appelle SK, brothers in law, Ron Stewart of Quesnel BC; Dale (Karen) King of Portage La Prairie MB; sister in law Candy (Kraig) Ferch of Lamoure ND. , as well as neices, nephews, great neices and great nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Heart and Stroke Foundation or to your local library.
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Our thoughts are with you Wanda, your daughter’s and Ed’s extended family.
I always thought of Ed and Elainemarie as the ‘little ones’ in the Atcheson family.
We appreciated his warm engaging spirit when we met. He was a listener & often a twinkle in his eye.
Thankyou for sharing the final
farewell on line. We were inspired.
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To Wanda and family, and Jim, Elainemarie & Tracy. Have appreciated the privilege of watching the funeral service for your dear Ed. My sincere sympathy to each one, with kind and caring thoughts, Lois Henderson
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Dear Wanda, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Ed. You both are considered wonderful friends on mine, even though we didn’t see each other much through the years. We all had great fun together the first year I was in Regina. Eds, as I fondly called him….he was funny and wise at the same time. Dearly missed I know. My thoughts and prayers. Faith
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Dear Wanda & family,
Life has changed so quickly. We are sorry for your great loss. Times spent with Ed were much appreciated. May the care & comfort of God be close.
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I knew Ed from working at FCC. Although I did not work with him directly, whenever our paths crossed, I was always interested in what he had to say in his usual professional and methodical way of communicating. He carried himself with quiet confidence and genuine kindness, qualities that earned the respect of everyone who knew him. It was a pleasure knowing Ed, and he will be missed by many. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.
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Thinking of you and how good a person Ed was to everyone.
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What a tragic loss — sending love and light and hoping you all find comfort in so many warm and wonderful memories of one of the best ❤️
Jessica, Silas, Aala (Margrette Shmilar)
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So sorry to hear of your loss! We have fond memories of our time with your family in P.A. Our condolences to Wanda, Kaylie and Adriana and the rest of your extended family.
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My Heartfelt Condolences and love to ALL of Ed’s family on this loss. It was a privilege to watch the service.
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Thinking of you all today. The peace of a perfect trust will be yours.! Great that we can focus on the sunrise of Eds eternal day rather than the sunset of his time here..
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Thinking of you all these days with sympathy. Listened to the service this afternoon. Sending our love and care to all.
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Sorry for your loss as Ed will have gone home as a faithful
One to be with the Master
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So thankful to be a part of the on line funeral. It was a lovely service & tribute to Ed. Our memories of Ed go back to years in the ‘70’s in Regina. Fond memories over the years of Ed and Wanda. And also of Kaylee and Adriana at our place in Vanscoy. Our hearts are so touched thinking of our departed friend. We’d have loved to be with you today. Thinking of you all missing a brother and husband and dad and grandpa. Much love and care. Keith and Eleanor.
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My heart is with you there today
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Dear Wanda and family: Rob and I are thinking of you all so much and especially today. We value our wonderful times and visits we had with Ed and you Wanda. He will be missed so very much. it was a lovely service and so thankful it was streamed live so we could be there in thought and heart.
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My sincere sympathy to all the family.
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Sending my sincere condolences and love
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Just a note to say how much I enjoyed the short time that the Atchesons were my neighbours in Vernon. Ed was always there to lend a hand. I truly miss them.
My prayers are with the family.
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We are so very sad to say goodbye to Ed. He was a good man, much loved by family and friends. I will always remember him for his sense of humour and the way he liked to tease those he cared about. Sending love and hugs to his family. Thank you for sharing the funeral with those of us unable to attend.
With deepest sympathy,
Donna & Stan Kwong
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thinking of you all at this time..
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Dear Atcheson family
We are with you in heart and mind.
Would have loved being there, but due to another funeral we could not make it.
We fondly remember times in Ed and Wanda’s home in SK and with the family.
We are thankful to know that the Comfort we have tasted in past times, will be there for you all now.
All our love Keith, Sonnette, Henry and Daniel
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Thinking of all of you during these lonely days.
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Thanks so much for making the live stream of Ed’s funeral available! I so wish I could have been there with all my precious family. Sending my love and condolences to Wanda and all the family! 😢🙏❤️🤗
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With sympathy to the family
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Our condolences to the family and friends on Ed’s passing on to the next phase of his existence in paradise. We will miss him for a while and then one day it will be our time to move on. Then we shall see each other again. What comfort God’s great plan brings us.
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It’s sobering enough when a soul passes on into the heavenly realm and are gone forever from the earth, but when that soul is only 5 months different in age than myself, it’s that much more sobering. Ed was a contemporary and I will miss him.
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With my deepest sympathies, thinking of you and sending love
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Special thoughts go to each one.
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Comfort is my thoughts for the family, dear ones who will miss a loved husband, father, brother. Memories of the Atcheson home , Ed , all the family , over many years bring comfort because of a living faith..Victory in constancy, carry the banner high, love in the overcomer.
Have peace in beautiful memories.
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Our deepest sympathies to Wanda and your girls, Jim and Elainemarie.. Love Neil and Agnes Kerslake
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Thinking of you all today!
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Our condolences to Wanda and family.
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We have special appreciation for your hospitality in PA and our visit to your home there. Deepest sympathy to you all.
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Many special memories! Ed was such a gentle and wise influence that will be so missed. Sending all our love to you Wanda, Kaylee, Adriana & Dustan and Scottie.
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Extending sincere condolences to all the family with the loss of Ed.
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Very sorry for your loss. Glad to be able to join in to the service for Ed today.
With care, Marcella Loucks
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My sympathies go out to all of the Atchison family. It was a great pleasure to work with Ed & Wanda at Smeaton convention in the salad/vegetable department.
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Thinking of you All today and extend our Love and Care too!!
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Dear Wanda, Girls, and all of Ed’s Family,
Our thoughts of Care and Sympathy are with you today. When we saw Ed at Lynza Henke’s funeral, little did we realize this day was coming so soon.
We trust you will know God’s comfort in the lonely days ahead.
Lois Higgins and Family
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We have thought of you, Wanda and girls, so much this week and esp today. Words seem inadequate to try and comfort you during this big loss 💔 Love and care to you!
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Reading through the posts it is evident that Ed had earned a lot of respect. We are so thankful for those that cross the finish line in victory. Thinking of all who loved Ed and especially his family. Gail Habicht
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Our condolences to Wanda in the loss of your beloved husband, Ed and to Jim, Elainemarie and Tracy in the loss of your dear brother.
With our love, Wayne and Beth
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Tuning in for “virtual” service..Thinking of Wanda and all the family and friends today .My condolences.. Ed you will be missed 💙.
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Thinking of you all today!
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Thinking of you. Brian, Elaine, Jill, Brendan, Jackson and Kayla
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Thinking of you from Costa Rica. We would like to be there with the family but it isn’t always possible. Hoping to be able to listen in.
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Our thoughts and condolences going your way today dear Wanda, Kaylee, Adrianna and Ed’s family…..
Sympathies and hugs to all..
Fred and Arlene Mundt
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So sorry for your loss! Today is difficult to see beyond the sorrow. May your memories help comfort you. There really isn’t much that can be said at a time like this, but know that we are thinking of you all. Knowing of his faith is a great comfort.
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It’s inspiring and encouraging to look upon that life.
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such fond memories of good old times
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Kraig & I are there in Spirit since not able to come physically – we will travel up later when we can plan to stay awhile! Ed has been part of our family for 43 years & will be very missed – upside down smile & sly humer & love of visits & “discussions”! Love you Wanda, Kaylee, Adriana & family! Also special hugs for Jim & Elaine Marie
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Condolences to the family of Ed. I worked with Ed in Prince Albert 1990 to 1995. I’ve never forgotten his support and kindness to me and the high level of integrity that Ed brought to his work every day. Being a new employee at that time, I can easily say I learned a good deal from Ed and came to see him as a trusted advisor. He was a good friend and a Godly man. Missed by us on earth but rejoicing with the Lord in heaven. Wendy and Gerald Collinge.
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Thinking of you all at this saddest of times. Ed will be so missed at the Atcheson family reunions. Always so enjoyed our time spent with Ed and Wanda at those times. Love and hugs to you all.
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We are thinking of you and the girls today Wanda.
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Our thoughts are with you all. To Wanda, Kaylee, Adriana and family our deepest sympathy. Many, many people, including ourselves are so very grateful to have had the privilege to be part of the life Ed lived and so generously shared with others. He will be missed dearly. God will comfort all. Much Love and Hugs. Paulette, Michelle, Felicia and Family.
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Deepest sympathy to you Wanda, Kaylee, Adriana, Dustan and Scottie.
Our hearts are with you. god will comfort all.
Much Love, Palette O’Shea
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Thinking of you all in your loss. Glad for the good influence of Ed’s life. God is faithful. Trust you are experiencing His true comfort.
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Our sympathies Wanda and family. Thinking of you, EM, Tracey and Jim, and the rest of our cousins in the Atcheson family.
We know you will feel a special comfort these days.
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Our Sincere Sympathy to Wanda & Family…Jim, Elaine_Marie & Tracey. Our thoughts are with you at this time. We know that our God will be a comfort to you. HUGS Allan & Lorraine
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Sending thoughts and prayers your way. I have such wonderful memories of Ed from my days of working with him at FCC. He was always there to lend a. hand, help a colleague a client or have a friendly chat. My deepest sympathies.
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Sending our love and sympathy to Wanda, Kaylee, Adriana and all of Ed’s family today and in the future. We know God understands your sorrow and He will give comfort. 🥰🥰 Lyle and Grace
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We want to express our deepest sympathy at the passing of Ed.
It came as a shock to us , but we know God holds each of His own in His own hand of which we are so thankful.
We appreciated and love Ed and family while they lived not too far from us . With love Alex and Isabelle
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Our sympathy to the Atcheson family on your loss of Ed, a husband, father, grandfather, and brother. My memory of the Atcheson family goes back to early days at Smeaton. The years have gone by quickly, as we all left childhood and teen years behind to find our place in life both naturally and spiritually. It was special to reconnect with Ed and get to know Wanda when they moved to BC. Ed has gone home before us. God will comfort you in your loss.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you Wanda, and with Kaylee and Adriana. We are glad for the times we’ve enjoyed fellowship and friendship together. We hope it is a comfort to you to know we truly care.
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Ed was a kingdom minded trouper. There are lots of stories where Ed stepped up and helped. He was a valued, trusted friend who will be missed. Al and Eleanor Habicht
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So sorry for this difficult time you and your family are facing right now Adrianna, may God be your source of comfort.Hugs and deepest condolence
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Thoughts and prayers are with you Wanda, Kaylee and Adriana Ed was my mentor when I first started with Farm Credit in PA in 1992. I remember thinking wow this guy is smart and I better learn as much as I can from him. He was such a super guy and always there to listen when I needed a level head. He will be missed.
Kathy Pearson.
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Sorry to hear Ed passing, Ed was a great friend and teacher when he was at FCC. He was always positive thinking during our meeting and confidence. I our prayers with the families and Ed RIP.
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My dear Wanda and girls!! I wish I could convey how my heart feels for you these days!! I have SO many special memories of you all…going back to 1975!! Please know you are remembered in a very special way!! Hugs to you all! 💕 Gwen
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To Kaylee and family, my sympathies. I worked with Ed for many years. He was a great mentor who gave generously of his time and knowledge. My thoughts and prayers are with you..
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Condolences to Ed’s family. Always enjoyed various interactions with Ed while working with him at FCC.
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My thoughts are with you these days,Wanda and also the rest of the family with love and sympathy. I sawEd lots when he was in his late teens and early twenties . He has been a faithful man and our loss is his gain.. Vi D
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The Atcheson family, Thankfully this was the day that Ed was living for & anticipating. But we know there remains an emptiness to family & friends. Our sympathy.
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To Kaylee and family. Ed was an amazing mentor, friend and colleague to so many of us at FCC. His name still comes up in conversation around training and how Ed would have done it this way or Ed taught me the right way to do that. It was very evident how much he cared about his teammates and wanted to see them succeed. He leaves a beautiful legacy and he left this world too soon but maybe God needed him in heaven to do the same great work he did here on earth.. My deepest sympathies.
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Warm condolences to all of Ed’s family, and to you Jim, Elainemarie and Tracy.. May the God of all comfort be near and dear to each of you these days.. Sending love and care…. Myrtle
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So very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing, my heart goes out to each one of you ,with love and condolences Aunt Cleo and Uncle Frank
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I was with Elainemarie the year Ernie got sick and passed away.. This was a very special privilege, getting to know all the Atcheson family. Wanda, you and your girls will miss Ed so much…such a lot to adjust to. We will keep you in our hearts 💔❤️❤️🩹 Thoughts are with all the family.
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Kaylee and family. My condolences. I always enjoyed your dad. He was a very nice man. Take care
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To the Atcheson family. Our thoughts are very much with you at this time. We just want to send our love and care.
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Condolences to family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with Ed. He was kind, patient and truly cared about so many in the FCC family. I am so grateful for having had the chance to meet such an outstanding man!
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Sending my deepest condolences and prayers. Ed was my original mentor at FCC dating back to 1988. Ed was a great man and teacher that positively impacted both his colleagues and farm customers over the years. Thoughts and prayers to Wanda, Kaylee, Adriana and family.
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Sending so much love and care to you Wanda, your girls, Elainemarie, Jim, Tracy and family. So many memories of Ed and time spent together with your family so many years ago. May your memories bring some comfort now 💜
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Sending our deepest condolences to Wanda and the girls. We are thinking of you at this time! 💕
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Thinking of all the families during this deeply sad and unexpected time. We hold in our hearts those who have been a steadfast influence on so many throughout the years.. Loss is never easy, and while words may fall short, please know you are in my thoughts and heart. ❤️ Hugs Karen Day
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I had the great pleasure of working with Ed at FCC when he was an Operations Education Manager. Ed was a great coworker, I especially appreciated hearing his perspective on a variety of topics, work related or not. He truly cared for his customers, fellow employees and everyone he met. I am sorry for your loss, he will be missed.
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To the Atcheson family ..Wanda ; Kaylee and Adriana & family ..Jim ; Elaine-Marie Tracy. Sorry for the sudden loss of Ed. Our hearts go out to you all. May the God of all comfort be near to you these days as you mourn your husband ; a father; and a brother . With deepest sympathy & care ..to your family.
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We are thinking of you Wanda and all the family. We remember having Ed living at our house when we lived in Winnipeg. We enjoyed so having him. We are so thankful that we have a God of all comfort.. Our care to all the family.
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Grew up with Ed & Wanda and the girls up at Smeaton.
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We have many a great memory of Ed at Smeaton preps .
Our condolences Wanda and girls
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Ed and I worked together in PA at FCC for several years. He was a hard worker, and had great stories, and sometimes an opinion. I know he was a charitable man in the true sense. He added a lot of enjoyment to my workdays, and made a difference for many customers – we worked together when the ag economy was really bad.
My thanks to God for sharing Ed with us, and my condolences to Wanda, their daughters and the extended family z
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Sincere sympathy to Wanda, your family and Ed’s siblings.
Don’t remember not knowing the Atcheson family. They would come visit at my parents farm
You will have treasured memories.
God is kind and a great comforter.
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We can feel assured that the testimony emanating from Ed’s heart ‘is now’ and ‘has been’;
“ For me to live is Christ and to die is gain!” Oh what comfort! Morris G
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We want to express our sympathy to all Ed’s family and friends. We are grateful for the memory of a recent visit here, Wanda. We never thought this sadness was just around the corner…with love and care from Norman and Minnie Lou
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We were sad to hear of Ed’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers reach out to all of the Atcheson Family during this difficult time. Ed was a good example to us all and we are thankful for God’s work in Ed’s life.
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We are very sorry for your loss. God will give you comfort. We have both lost a loved one and know what you are going through. Comfort will come.
Dennis and Gail Howden
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Dear Wanda and family, & siblings
My heart goes out to you all whom L known and loved for many years,
Sending hugs over the miles to each one of you.
May the comforter be your portion..
With love and appreciation for you all.
Robbie n Elva Stapleton & family
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Wishing you comfort and peace to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart.
Our heartfelt condolences from the Henry family
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Our dear Wanda and family , our heart goes out to you in your great loss . God understands . He will be your comfort . Also your comfort is that Ed loved God very, very much . His life encourages us to keep on trusting our Father , with love Gail McMurray