

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at the age of 96. Beloved husband of Beverley Klementoski for over 50 years. Missed by Rick Deacon (Laurie), Shelley Baetz (Terry), and Keith Deacon. Proud “Grumps” of Jessica Holowaty (Jason), Emily Caister (Sean), Brooke Deacon (Brent), Karlee Patchett (Jake), Dallas Deacon, Travis Deacon, Carter Deacon (Aliyah), and Rachel Deacon. Loved great-grandfather of Logan and Ella Holowaty, and Bo and Blair Patchett. Predeceased by his father and mother Anna, siblings Walter, Josie (Ted), and Nelly (Mitch). Ed grew up in Preston, Ontario and went to Galt Collegiate. He enjoyed his career at Standard Last in Hamilton, Ontario. When Ed wasn’t at work, he enjoyed golfing, skiing, dancing, tennis, and most of all the time spent with his wife, Beverley.
As were Ed’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at Barthel Funeral Home, 566 Queenston Road, Cambridge on Monday, January 12, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with the funeral service at 1:00 p.m.
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