I was recently travelling in N.S. and learned from a fellow Acadia University alumni friend that Edith had passed away.

Edith and I were roommates for part of my time at Acadia. I was good friends with both Edith and Bill and attended their wedding. I visted Edith in her Amherst home and met her siblings and wonderful mom. She also travelled to my hometown in N.B. We did not keep in close touch after graduation.

However, In 2019, I tracked down Edith through her school and told her my husband and I were planning a trip to Winnipeg and wanted to meet up. I received a welcome invite. Unfortunately my plans changed and I did not get to Winnipeg.

I extend my sincerest sympathy to Edith's family, especailly Bill. What a love story!!

Mary Anne

Edith's door was always open for lively conversation, problem solving and support. Her warmth, laughter and sharp mind made working with her a joy. Edith provided me with food for thought and encouragement through the years I worked with her. There is so much to cherish when I think of her but a delight that comes to mind is the support she gave when I selected new furniture for the classroom where I worked. It was a bold move: different coloured chairs, half-moon tables, individual desks and large rectangles. Differentiated seating and an array of groupings became possible, it was an amazing step forward!

Edith will be missed. My heart goes out to her family and friends, I can easily imagine the loss you are feeling.

I was lucky enough to work with Edith at Tec Voc. She was a joy to work with and very supportive of her colleagues. Edith was a very fun person to socialize with and I'll miss her funny stories. She was one of those rare beautiful people who only had good things said about her. My condolences to her family.

Deepest sympathies to my wonderful cousins, Athen, Alexandrea, Bill and the grandchildren.

My beautiful cousin. You always made me smile. Always a witty, yet loving, comment. I will miss you. Love you my dear.

A message from Carole Chisholm, Nevads Valley...next door to Skye Glen , Cape Breton, where her father Henry was born. Edie Lou & I played together as children & sort of kept in touch while she was at Acadia & I was at Dalhousie. She was a delightful person to know. I am so sorry for her family's loss. My sincere sympathy.

Sorry to hear of her passing.Condolences to Bill and the Austin family.Went to school with Edith in Amherst and Wolfville.Always liked Edith,down to earth and cared about others.

Edith was a powerhouse and I deeply respected her. I enjoyed working with her at Tec Voc and appreciated her guidance and encouragement. She had high expectations and was consistent in both her words and actions. I remember when a large passenger vehicle clipped my parked vehicle in the lot. I went to the office to mention it, and Edith immediately became my personal agent. She pulled up the school camera footage, gave me all the information I needed, and peppered her opinions in the mix. She had me laughing and continued to check in until the situation was resolved. I remember her as a fierce advocate, a listening ear, a powerful woman. I was honoured that she had given me one of her bells which she was well-known for ringing on the school grounds rain or shine or snow in her famous purple coat. My deepest condolences to Edith's family and friends.

Dear Austin

Family,

Dear Austin

I met Edith at St. John's High School where she was the department head, a great colleague and with a great sense of humour. Loved the hilarious ways she talked about her family members, one incident being that she was driving behind an ambulance which was carrying her beloved husband who happened to have a stroke and she didn't have the least idea that she was driving behind the ambulance until later that day. Her husband and the kids were the pride and joy of her life and she cherished every moment with them. A great administrator who knew how to work with team effort, the concerns and interests of team members. I am devastated with her demise and only wish I had kept in touch with her after she left St. John's High School.

My deepest condolences especially to Alexandrea, Sarah, Athen and children.

I loved reading the entries of her colleagues as they confirmed what I imagined could only be her great contribution to Winnipeg's schools and their students. I knew Edith and her family as neighbours and as my sister's best friend. Edith always made me feel welcome, including with a glass of wine! Cheers, Edith, to a life well lived. RiP,

Edith was a warm, witty woman, both as colleague and friend. She had newly arrived in Winnipeg from the Maritimes when I met her, and luckily for us, she found her teaching position at Churchill High. What a striking, spunky person, with that amazing white hair surrounding her oh-so-youthful face.. I still hear her laugh, I stilsee her smile. My condolences to all who loved her.

Bill and family my deepest condolences,. I was fortunate to meet Edith when she came to ERHS as our new VP. She embodied all the qualities of a great leader,. She really rocked her white hair. which briefly was pink when the students reached their fundraising goal. When I think of her, I see her standing magestically in her purple coat and laughing. Gone too soon.

Edith was a wonderful, caring person and a wise administrator. She was quick to admit that she didn't have all the answers, and was willing to let others help her to find them. Even after she left SP, she reached out to help my son with an interview that eventually led him to a teaching job. I enjoyed popping in to KR and catching up with her. Her death is truly a great loss.

We are deeply saddened to learn of Edith" passing. She was a lively and charming person, devoted to her family and career as a dedicated teacher and admistrator. We send our deepest condolences to her family.

Edith was a wonderful VP at Tec Voc. I often dropped by for chats and guidance and she always gave me solid advice and support. She was great to work for and we both graduated from Western, so we lots to reminisce about. She will be deeply missed!

Edith was just the kind of VP teachers loved to work for, with her sound advice and steady presence; she was with us at Tec Voc for some challenging times (implementing the hat rule!). She was also the Admin at River Heights when my daughter attended, and was famous for clearing the snow hill in her beautiful purple coat! Edith, you made a difference.

Edith was the greatest principal to work for. She was welcoming, bold, kind, and quick as a whip. Edith encouraged me to be my best teaching self, and showed love and concern for every student she came in contact with.

I am honoured to have learned from Edith, laughed with her, and to have spent time with her outside of the workplace.

Deepest condolences to Edith's friends and family.

Sincerely,

Diandra Etkin

rest in peace Edith. you were an amazing principal and i loved working under you. you provided so much support for me as a new teacher and I'll always remember your kindness. I will always remember your kindness, strength, humour. Thank you for showing me what a great leader is.

My thoughts, prayers and condolences to everybody in Edith's family. She was an amazing principal to work under and a wonderful person to talk with!

Edith gave me my first job in education. Ten years later it is the job I still have and love. I will forever be greatful for her guidance and I'm so glad that I got to see her end her career in a school that loved and appreciated her. Thinking of her family and friends at this time.

Dear Eleanor and to all of Edith's family, Sending my heartfelt condolences on your tremendous loss of such a beautiful woman. it has been many mnay years since I have seen Edith but she had a smile and a presence that one never forgot. Hold on tight to all your precious memories.

I loved Edith's stories of her childhood. She was a lovely human being and an excellent friend! I will miss her!

Very sorry to hear of Edith's passing. She was an amazing person and a thoughtful, caring leader. My condolences to her family.

So sorry to hear of Edith's passing. I so enjoyed working with her at Ecole River Heights School. She was compassionate, caring and so much fun to be around. Condolences to the family.