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EDWARD JOHN COURT
Born: Apr 16, 1931
Date of Passing: Jul 26, 2023
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEDWARD JOHN COURT
On July 26, Ed passed away peacefully with his daughter Audrey and granddaughter Alanna by his side.
Ed is survived by his children, Jim (Gwen), Audrey (Barry), Peter (Carmen), daughter-in-law Karen; grandchildren, Christine (Thor), Carolyn, Lorraine (Ian), Lucas (Nicole), Alanna (Brad), Devan, Jamie, Jessica (Mac), and ten great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Jane and son Alan.
Ed was born in Winnipeg, growing up in Elmwood. After meeting and marrying Jane, they moved to St. James, Charleswood, and then Headingley.
Upon completing high school, Ed attended the University of Manitoba where he graduated as a Chartered Accountant. After working for Canada Revenue for a few years, he opened his own practice. He also worked at Assiniboia Downs where he became the mutual manager. He had many fond memories of working at the racetrack, including being introduced to the Queen at the Manitoba Derby in 1970. In 1980 his son Jim joined him in the practice, and they continued to work together until his retirement in 2003.
Outside of work, Ed and Jane were both active members at the St. James United Church, where he volunteered with the youth sports program and Boy Scouts. Ed enjoyed putting on variety nights, highlighting many talents within the church. Ed and Jane were avid bridge players, but Ed also enjoyed playing other card games. Cribbage was his favourite game and he taught many of his grandchildren to play, just as his dad had taught him. We knew he had to clean his glasses when he lost.
Ed and Jane were always available to attend the various activities that the family participated in, including sporting events, dance competitions, recitals/concerts, and more. This is how they became involved with volunteering at the Pavilion of Scotland for Folklorama. Ed enjoyed his position of selling drink tickets for many years. He was extremely proud to be named an ambassador for the pavilion in 2002, and then Ambassador General for Folklorama in 2003. He often shared that he not only attended all of the Pavilions for the festival in 1970, but again in 2003.
Ed enjoyed traveling, and always dreamed of new trips to take. He went on many trips with family including to Hawaii, Scotland, and Mexico. A bus trip through Europe, cruises to Alaska and the Caribbean, as well as many road trips. The family will miss his stories and how they kept getting better with age as he re-told them. Ed had a creative mind and we cherish the years we had with him.
Please join the family to celebrate Ed on Saturday, September 9 at 10:30 a.m., at Headingley United Church (110 Bridge Road).
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 02, 2023
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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To the Court Family, I first met Ed at the age of 12 when my Dad Don introduced me to him as he was his accountant, he also became mine! Ed also became a very good friend and over the years we got together for lunches/drinks several times. I enjoyed our visits, stories and laughs. (His distinct laugh) A Life Well Lived! God’s speed Ed - Posted by: Paul Pfrimmer (Friend) on: Sep 21, 2023
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Audrey and family - I am thinking about you and your family at this time of loss. My deepest condolences on the passing of your father / grandfather. He was a dear friend of mine and I will miss him. Sincerely, Deb Carmichael (friend) - Posted by: Deb Carmichael (friend) on: Sep 10, 2023
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Like Bruce Dagg, I was on many United Church committees with Ed and I participated in quite few variety nights directed by him. My wife, Isobel, assisted Ed with counting and recording Sunday offerings. We regret that we will not be able to attend Ed's funeral because we will be at our cabin near Minaki, Ontario. We offer our sympathies and condolences to Ed's children, grandchildren and wider family. Bill and Isobel Carlyle - Posted by: William Carlyle (Friend and member of St.James United Church) on: Sep 06, 2023
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To the Court family Ed was a charming character with a twinkle in his eye! He was always good fun at the Rathwell group reunions. My condolences for your loss. Bobbie Miller - Posted by: Bobbie Miller (Friend) on: Sep 05, 2023
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Hey Coach, you were much appreciated by a young team of boys playing BB for you in the United Church. You built up our characters and taught us sportsmanship. When we finally won the church finals I know you were proud of us. We beat Rosedale United Church in the final and even they couldn’t believe it! You coached well and now that the final buzzer of life has called, time for you to start a new league in heaven. Hopefully we will meet again on the court in Heaven but not to soon for me - Posted by: Bob Law (United church basket ball player) on: Sep 02, 2023
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Ed was a good friend for many years. We worked on committees while attending SJUC. We had many interesting conversations over the years. Condolences to his family. - Posted by: Bruce Dagg (Friend ) on: Sep 02, 2023