Crouse – Edgar Earl, age 89, of Liverpool, Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 8th, 2017, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Midville Branch, Lunenburg County, he was a son of the late Joshua and Louetta (Beck) Crouse.
Ed moved to Halifax with his brother Gerry at a young age and worked at the Canadian Forces Training Base during WWII as a Red Cap, being too young to enlist. After WWII, he became the parts manager at Hebb Motors, where he worked until he took over Smith’s Furniture and Appliances in 1965, from his first wife’s mother and stepfather, Roy and Vivian Smith, which he ran until his retirement. Ed loved to travel. He visited many destinations over the years but he had a special place in his heart for Spain having spent 12 winters living there. He was a former member of the Winds of Change Dramatic Society, Liverpool K40, Kinsmen Club of Liverpool and an elder at Zion United Church, Liverpool. He also enjoyed antique cars and playing and listening to music.
He is survived by his loving wife, Norma; sons, Gary (Linda), of Liverpool, Richard (Andrea Bodnar), of Toronto; step daughter, Vicki (Bruce) Leaman, of Liverpool; step sons, Shawn Henderson, of Hemford Forest, Kevin (Darlene) Henderson, of Port Medway; grandchildren, Christian Crouse, Nicholas Crouse, Brendon Leaman, Brooke Leaman, Kevin Jr. Henderson, Mark Henderson, Ashley Henderson, Sarah Henderson, Ryan Henderson, Keagan Obrien; great grandchildren, Taylon, Romy, Bentley and Violette.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Marilyn; sister Wilma Mailman and a brother, Gerald.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A Celebration of Ed’s Life will be held on Saturday, December 23rd, 2017 at 2:00 p.m., from Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Reverend Carol Smith officiating. Family flowers only, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Valerie Hoegg-Briand
Bruce and I were saddened to hear about your step father and send sincere condolences to the Leaman family. You have been in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Barbara and Ronnie Burns
Norma and family,
So very sorry to hear about Ed. Our deepest sympathy to you at this sad and very difficult time. Lean on your family and friends to help you in the coming days. Take care.
Leon & Norma Robertson
Norma dear friend we are so sad to hear of our dear friend Ed has passed. He is at peace now. WE will always remember the good times we had BBQ, and Trips and all the other times we spent together. We probably would not have gone on trips as we weren’t travelers. But thanks to you and Eddie we did travel. Love you and Hugs. Our condolences to you and all your families.RIP Eddie.
Jackie Flint
Norma and family my deepest sympathy for your loss xo
Kevin Page
To Gary, Richard and families. Thinking of you. May your many memories help you in this time of loss.
Kevin and Debbie
Ron & barb CAmpbell
We are saddened to hear of Ed’s passing. Please accept our condolences.
Ted lavender
Such sad news, I am so sorry for your loss.
Linda & Dennis MacKinnon
Norma, our condolences to you and your family on Ed’s passing. We know this has been a difficult time for you, cherish your memories.
Kevin and Darlene Henderson
RIP ED ,,,no more pain ,,will miss you and no that u were always there whenever one us needed anything ,,,I remember u colouring pictures with Ashley when she was little ,,,she always loved that ,,, and u and Kevin with your antique cars ,,,,,hope u r up there smiling down at us ,,,,,and we smiling back up at u ,,,,miss u and no that we all love ❤️ u
Hugh D Mosher
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. I have many fond memories of our times as fellow merchants and our Kin gatherings. I do hope your memories will help you all going forward.
Gordon and Jackie Eisnor
Norma and family: Very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing.Condolences to all his family.
Pam and Duddy
Dear Norma , so sorry to hear about Eddie we are shocked and saddened please know you and your family are in our prayers ❤
Leon & Norma Robertson
Gary and Richard we are so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a very dear friend of ours. We had many good times together. Travelling and Saturday nights. etc. RIP Dear Eddie.
Phyllis Leaman
Norma and family-I am so sorry that Ed has left us but he will be out of pain and in a comfortable place.I always enjoyed being with you folks as we were for Thanksgiving. The great memories you have will help you through this sad time.Love you, Norma, as I did Ed .
John and Donna Murray
So sad to hear of Eddie’s passing. We know he had health issues but had lived a full and active life. Sincere condolences to all family!
John and Donna
Curtis & Linda Leslie Maillett
We send our Sincere Condolences to Norma, Gary, & Richard & Families. Ed was a wonderful gentleman respected by all. He lived a Good Life. May you all have Special Memories to share at this difficult time. Sincerely, Curtis & Linda Leslie Maillett of Brooklyn.
David and Donna Dicks
Our deepest sympathy to the Crouse Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Janice Reynolds
To All of Ed’s family,
Our Sincere Condolences. Ed was a lovely man, we always enjoyed meeting up with him.
Mark And Janice
Robert / Marjorie MacGowan
Norma our sincere condolences in Ed’s passing. A truly great person who will be missed.
Elizabeth Boland
Norma and families. So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. He was a wonderful and kind man. Thinking of you all.
Jonathan pitblado
to Richard n Gary and the rest of the extended Crouse clan, my thoughts are with you.
Greene's & Crampsie
Our love and prayers are with you all at this difficult time May God give you the strength you need
Enid MacKay
Norma and all the family. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Loosing someone is always hard but this time of the year seems harder.
May God be with you
Enid
Joyce Bolivar
Norma thinking of you at this sad time.
Hugh & Pat Dixon
Norma &Family
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. He was great man so friendly. We will miss him in the neighbourhood.
Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
RIP. Ed.
Melanie & Bruce Inglis
Please accept our condolences at the time of Eddie’s passing. May you have comfort in your memories and the knowledge that he is at peace and free from suffering.
Leslie Clarke
The Crouse Family,
Always enjoyed being in many plays with Ed. He was always a pleasant person to work with. Will miss his smiling face and kind nature. May your good memories sustain you and bring you peace.
Leslie Clarke
Kiwanis Club of Liverpool
Dear Gary and Linda.
On behalf of the Kiwanis Club of Liverpool, please accept our condolences of the death of your father. He so suffered and is now at peace.
Kiwanis Club of Liverpool
Cookie Trainor
Dear Gary and Linda
So sorry for your loss of Eddie. He is now at peace and you don’t have to worry anymore about him.
Love, Cookie
Jean Strum
To the family of Ed Crouse:
Please accept my sincere condolences at the passing of Ed. He was a fine gentleman and contributor to the community as well as a great family man. His smile and jokes were always appreciated. Try to remember the good times. It really does help. May God bless and comfort you as you move forward.
Sincerely,
Jean Strum
Howard Burgess
Norma and family:
Sending sincere sympathy on the loss of your husband and father.
Buddy, Madeline and Shelly
Lisa Tarr
To the Crouse family,
On behalf of VON Queens County, please accept our sincere condolences.
Eddie was a very kind, soft spoken man who has touched many people lives. I’m so glad that I’ve had the pleasure of meeting you. I will miss seeing your smiling face and our little chats. Rest in peace Eddie! I know that you are now free from your pain.
kenny veinot
Very sorry to see of ED’s passing. He was a great neighbour and I enjoyed our little chats after I would finish plowing his driveway for him.Always very appreciative.My condolences and sympathy goes out to Norma and Ed’s family. He will be missed.
Ann Levy
Dear Gary and Linda:
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Robert & Sally Fader
Gary & family:
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. Eddie was a fine person & well liked. We are thinking of you at this very difficult time.
Peggy & Francis Payzant
Dear Norma & Families;
Francis & I Are Very Sorry To Hear Of Ed’s Passing. Francis Always Enjoyed Talking To Ed When He Came Into The Shop To Get His Hair Cut. Such A gentleman He Was. I Remember Him Working Down At Smith’s Furniture And How He Couldn’t Do Enough For You. His Quality Of Customer Service Was Superior. Ed Is Now At Rest And Free from Any Pain. Cherish All Those Special Memories Of Your Time You Had With Ed And Keep Those Close To Your Heart.Another Angel Has Earned His Wings. May God Be With You All And Let The Healing Begin!!! Francis Will Miss Him Coming To The Shop!!!!
Sincerely;
Francis & Peggy Payzant!!!
Bruce, Edith Saunders.
Dear Norma,Gary,Richard and Families.
We are saddened by Ed’s passing.We will miss him.
He was a special brother-in law,and we have so many fond memories.
Enjoyed our trips,and many other good times together.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,at this difficult time.
With heartfelt Sympathy.
Bruce &Edith(Hyde)Saunders.
Michelle Wolfe-Sitton
So very sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Ed, while I was growing up in Liverpool. He was a true gentleman and leaves behind a wonderful legacy. All the wonderful memories will bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Ruth Anne Zwicker
To all of Ed’s family,
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. Ed was such a pleasant man, with a gentle and warm smile always. Thinking of you all during this sad time. Memories of happy times together will last forever. Take care.
Lauren Tutty
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. He was a very kind and gracious gentleman who always had time to stop and have a little chat every time we met. I’m sure you all have wonderful memories. Thinking of you all at this time.
Beatrice DeLong
To Gary & Linda: Sorry for your loss. Your father is now in a better place free from pain. He lived a full life and was a great member of the community . My Sincere Sympathy to you at this sad time.
Peggyand Richard Hatt
To Norma and all of Ed’s family .
Richard and I would like to extend our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of Ed. He was such a nice man with such a gentle nature. He always had time for a chat when ever our paths crossed .We bought all our furniture from him when we got married. Please lean on your many friends and family to help you during this sad time.
Sincerely Peggy and Richard
Mersey Point Dart League
On behalf of the mersy point mens Dart League We would like to express our deepest condolences to Gary and all of Eddie’s family at this sad time.Bless you all .
Nancy dobson
To Norma,Gary,Richard and family,so sorry to hear that Ed has passed away,sending love and sympathy to you at this sad time.Nancy Dobson and family.
John and Nancy Leefe
Ed was highly respected in business and his service to fellow citizens. He will be remembered as a person well met who made solid contributions to his community. He will be well remembered and missed by his family and many friends.
Lin Conrad
Gary and Linda
Our sympathy to you and your family.
Lin & Greg Conrad
Donald Selig
Very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing, I knew him for the last 55 years
Take Care
Linda Lucier
Norma, am so sorry for your loss, and all the other things you are having to deal with. IIt will get better. Take care . Linda
Fred and Connie Hynick
Vickie and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. We always enjoyed our time spent with Ed and your Mother Hold fast to your memories. Hugs to all
Bill and Anna Cox
Norma and family
We are sorry for Ed’s passing but he is at rest. A very competent business man who went out of his way to serve his clients and never seem to forget their names, Always a smile and a greeting after all these years. He will be surely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Elizabeth and Neil Emenau
Gary and Richard, and families,
So sorry to hear the news of your dad. He was a wonderful man. I have many memories of both your Mom and Dad from many years ago, and can even remember taking Richard for walks on Main Street when he was a little boy. Cherish the memories.
Liz
Lisa and Don Parnell
Ed has been a Dear family friend for as long as I remember. Back in the days of Smith’s furniture, I remember being on his float for the Privateer Days Parade. Words cannot express our family’s feeling on the passing of Ed. You and Norma have been wonderful friends and travel companions for mom and dad over the years. They treasure your friendship and will miss you dearly. Dear Norma and family, Know that we are all here for you during this trying time and share the wonderful memories we all hold so dear. I will miss his Big hugs and even bigger smile. R.I.P Dearest Eddie xo
Bev Pettersen
Gary and Family,
I’m very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was such a nice man and my thoughts are with you all.
Elizabeth Fraelic
Gary, and family. We were saddened to read this news. I remember well our first Christmas and I wanted to buy Jim a rocking chair. I went into the store every payday to put money on that chair, and your Dad helped me sneak it home on Christmas Eve. He helped us set up our first home with everything from Smiths Furniture, and we had so much fun doing it with his help. Always such a nice smile and an interest in what what’s going on. I’m sure you have many memories to help you in the coming weeks. Jim and I both send our condolences.
Patrick Wolfe and Jane Judge
Dear Norma and Family
We are deeply saddened by the news of Ed’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kathryn Killam
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. I have very fond memories of him from the early Winds of Change days and from cozy nights spent at the Boye family home. Always such a gentleman and so proud of his sons. My sincere condolences to those who loved and will miss him, especially at this time of year. RIP Ed.
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
Norma and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a gentleman and great family man.
Take comfort in the memories.
Cathy Lavender-Acker
Gary and Richard and their families,
This is such sad news and such a hard time of year to have to grieve .You are both in my thoughts as well as the very fond memories I have of your Dad when we were all growing up. He was such sweet man– always took time to chat when we met up in more recent years and always had that winning smile…just a wonderful person.
Cathleen and Paul Seamone
Dear Crouse Family, We are saddened by your loss Eddie was a great guy, a good businessman and community minded fellow. My fondest memory of Eddie was the play South pacific,we were the sailor dance group. We had a lot of good times at rehearsals.He will be missed but our memories will help to carry on. Sincerely Cathleen and Paul.
Bernadette Merv Hartlen
Norma And Family Sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. Great trip together and lots of memories . May all the good times you shared be a great strength for you. Thinking of you
Sue Sheppard-Jackman
Gary and family:
I’m sorry to hear about Mr. Crouse. He was a very kind person! I’m happy to have met him and will remember chatting to him about his love of traveling.
Sue
Diane Smith -Jardine
Gary, Richard & Family, So sorry to hear of your dads passing. He was such a kind loving person that will be greatly missed. Hugs
Diane & Bruce Jardine