Obituary of Edward Earl Storey

Storey, Edward Earl

Passed away peacefully at the Leacock Care Centre, Orillia on Wednesday February 14^th, 2018 in his 86^th year. Beloved husband of Evelyn Storey for 63 years; loving father of Peggy (Lou Seibel), Raymond (Jimmy Simon) and James (Krista Holmes Storey), and proud grandfather of Adam Storey, Wilfred Storey, Harrison Storey, and the late Heather McIntosh-Storey (Craig Vandermeer); great grandfather of Pearl and Harry Vandermeer; and dear brother to Alice Szoke, the late Wesley Storey (Marion), the late Marguerite Cannons (Harry, deceased), and Bruce Storey (Laura). Ed was a highly skilled craftsman, a widely-respected master carpenter, and dedicated bridge player, whose great passion in later life was owning and racing standard bred horses.  He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Many thanks to the staff at the Leacock Centre for their devoted and compassionate care.  

Visitation is to be held at the Simcoe Funeral Home, 38 James St. E. Orillia on Saturday February 24^th, 2018 from 12 noon until time of memorial service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Reception to follow. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or the charity of your choice.