Obituary of EDWARD HILDERMAN

EDWARD HILDERMAN Surrounded by the love of his family Ed passed away on March 7, 2014 at the age of 89. Ed’s life was one of quiet strength and deep devotion to his family, his church and his work. He married his childhood sweetheart, Emma, in 1944 and proudly celebrated 69 years of marriage last November. His love and caring for his three children and their families was evident on a daily basis as he unconditionally shared his wisdom, his faith and his “builder” expertise. He worked tirelessly in many capacities at Christ Lutheran Church and with a heavy heart accepted its closure this past January. In the last few years Ed’s legacy has been encompassed in Luther Home Personal Care Home. Hilderman and Sons Construction Company built Luther Home in 1969 as an outreach mission of Christ Lutheran Church. When Emma became a resident of Luther Home in 2010 Ed moved to the adjoining apartment block in order to continue to support and visit her daily. His final wish was that Emma be well cared for. Ed is survived by his wife Emma, his children and their families, Randy and Janet Hilderman, Ruth and Randy Shrofel, and Jeffrey Hilderman, his grandchildren and great grandchildren, Tim and Nancy, Brett, Casey, Gordon and Mason Hilderman, Jennifer and Mike, Nicolas and Madeleine LeBlanc, Karin and Colin Adams, Paul and Sharada, and Matthew Shrofel, his siblings and inlaws, Millie Deibert, Robert and Joyce Hilderman, Lydia and Henry Gudz, and many nieces and nephews. Ed was predeceased by his daughter in law Ruby, five sisters and brothers in-law, and two nephews. The Family would like to thank Dr. K. Saunders and the staff of the 5th Floor Units 1 & 2 at Seven Oaks Hospital, under the direction of Dr. I. Fatoye, for their compassion and considerate care for Ed during these past weeks. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Luther Home, 1081 Andrews St, Wpg, R2V 2G9 or any charity of your choice would be a most fitting tribute in memory of Ed. Memorial service will take place on Wednesday, March 12, 2:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. Peace Dad, We hold you in our hearts.