September 19, 1940 – February 29, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edgar (Ed) James Coomber on February 29th, 2024, in his 83rd year. He was surrounded by family and the wonderful caring people who he loved at Margaret’s Place Hospice in Dundas. Son of Jessie and Hardy Coomber of Hamilton. He will be greatly missed by all of his family including siblings Shirley Ryder, Harold & Josie Coomber and sister-in-law Anne Turenne. Predeceased by Hardy Coomber and Deloris Rhode. Ed married the love of his life Verna and were inseparable for 61 years. Ed had 4 boys, John & Donnie, Chop & Tammy, Jim & Leeann and was predeceased by Danny. He was a loving grandpa to Josh, Aaron, Caitlyn, Dylan and great-grandpa to Elise. He leaves behind nieces and nephews who will greatly miss him. Ed and Verna were foster parents for many years caring for babies & toddlers whom they loved dearly making a positive impact on all their lives. Ed had many hobbies and interests over the years including coaching girls’ baseball, boys’ hockey, lacrosse, camping, traveling and volunteer firefighting. He could fix most things and would always offer to help when needed. Ed was an amazing woodworker and made many beautiful things. He loved his 1959 Chevy Impala Convertible, but most of all he loved his time with family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be kept to the immediate family. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Margaret’s Place Hospice.
Sincere sympathy
Bill and Sam Adams
My dear Uncle Eddie, you will be so missed by all who loved you! My heart felt condolences to my beautiful Aunt Verna and my cousins, though we are separated by miles, you are very close in my heart and mind and I send you love, hugs, and prayers as you go through such a difficult time. ♥️🌺
Verna, you have our deepest sympathy on the loss of your loving husband
and our best friend. He will always be in our hearts and cherish all the wonderful memories we made together.
Great Uncle Edward was a wonderful person. We were lucky to have known him. Thinking of and praying for everyone.
Ashley, Jeff, Chloe, Abby and Mavis
Our deepest condolences to Verna and family. Ed will be very much missed by Summer as well as us. We will cherish the visits and time we had with Ed.
Verna, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. It was a pleasure to meet you and Ed through your fostering. The children and families you worked with were lucky to have such great foster parents. My thoughts are with you.