Some thoughts shared about Ed …

“We always enjoyed and looked forward to visiting Ed and Brenda at Princess Harbour. And loved the impromptu meals and socializing when we were there. They were a fantastic couple and good and gracious people, and we are blessed to have known and grew to love them. They're both either fishing or flying or dealing with post office issues in Heaven, which has become a much better place upon their arrival!”

~ Anna and Marits, Boaters

“In reading this story of Ed's life I am so in awe of how rich his life has been. It sounds like a lot of adventure and resourcefulness. I remember meeting Ed at Dawn and James' wedding and remember him being such a nice man. For the family, I am truly sorry for your loss and wish Ed is having his next big adventure with Brenda at his side.”

~ Lani, Family Friend

“He was a terrific guy and will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all who knew him. My wife and I got up to Princess Harbour numerous times and were always made to feel so welcome by Brenda and Ed. We will miss them both and will cherish our memories of their friendship always.”

~ Chris & Penny, Boaters

“He will be remembered with great fondness, and there is a grand reunion in the realms beyond our reach!”

~ Kathy and Ron, Extended Family

“Ed was a huge part of our lives for many years, he will be missed.”

~ Don & Shelley, Family

“He was such a good caring man. He will be missed. God Bless.”

~ Debbie, Caregiver

“On the few occasions we met him, we saw a strong, quiet, thoughtful man, with a wry sense of humour. “

~ Susan and Larry, Extended Family

“Sounds like Ed lived a beautiful life, well done Ed, and happy travels…”

~ Harj, Family Friend

“So many of the old guard are moving on. The thing I remember most about Ed is that no matter where I saw him - formal function, casual dinner, raging house party - I always felt that he had just strolled over from across the street, like it was perfectly natural to be at an East Van house party with a bunch of strangers (unmet friends) half his age. An era goes with him.”

~ Ray, Family Friend

“He is missed dearly, many great adventures with him & dad, trapping, hunting & fishing.”

~ Marlene & Dave, Family

“Sailed into Princess Harbour many times starting 1987”

~ ♥️ Richard & Lisa, Boaters

“So many fond memories of time spent with Brenda and especially Ed at Auntie Hazel's and Uncle Peter's in Gimli. You are missed”

~ Carol, Family

“My favourite memory is out at Princess Harbour when Ed took my son ... fishing off the dock ... so amazed at the size of fish he caught that it even broke the net. He caught a carp! We will miss them both very much.”

~ Hazel & Judy, Family

“Memories of the hydro plane coming from Princess every spring for mail.”

~ Kevin & Susan, Extended Family

“Ed told Ronnie that he was willing to show him how to trap animals on trapline ... just in the last year of his staying in his apartment.”

~ Ronnie & Kathy, Extended Family

“We have fond memories of visiting Brenda & Ed ... enjoyed the unique nature ... welcomed us into their home ... enjoyed fishing, swimming and joking around their dinner table ... often had fresh fish and played games afterward.”

~ Klaus and Melinda, Family Friends

I had heard of the passing of Edward ”Sonny”Anderson and it stirred memories of when he would cross the lake from Rabbit Point to Snake Island to get the mail. We would hear the sound of his motor, a 25 horse Johnson , I believe, approaching the lighthouse at Black Bear Island. Dad would go to look and tell us, “It’s Sonny going for the mail.” Dad would always watch to see he kept safe. He was a bit older than my brothers so I only knew him as The Rabbit Point Mailman. The Mailman A Poem for Sonny 

~ Patrick, Black Bear Island