Eric was 89 years of age when he arrived in Heaven to reunite with the love of his life, Georgena. He had to live without her for 12 years and although he did get by pretty well, not a day went by that he didn’t miss his dearest ‘Georgie Girl!’
Eric worked very hard in his younger married life providing very well for his family in a trade career as plumber & pipe/gas fitter. He and his wife Georgie, who passed away in 2008 just shy of their 50th wedding anniversary, raised five children. Eric and Georgie would do anything for their family. Eric was an amazing Father, wonderful Grandfather and Great Grandfather.
The Henke house on 67th Street in NE Edmonton was always party central with so many gatherings being held there over so many years. As Georgie was always the host with the most, Eric was the life of the party! He was a very fun-loving guy and he truly enjoyed life to the fullest! He did have quite the sarcastic side to his kidding around but he also could turn a frown upside down with his corny jokes and playful teasing. His wife and his kids loved him dearly and his Grandkids always looked forward to playing with their ‘Funny Grampa!’ Eric’s character was quite unique, which made life very interesting and always entertaining! He also had such a gift on the dance floor where he truly mastered the moves of his Rock ‘N Roll idol, the legendary Elvis Presley. Eric became a pretty darn good karaoke singer in his day as music was always a real passion of his.
Eric lived pain free to the end which was such a blessing. His tired body and mind had just had enough of this world. He told his kids many times in the last couple of years that he felt he has lived long enough and he was very ready to move on. As the Lord prepared to take him, Eric fought the odds and lived well past his prognosis: ‘weeks to months’ turned into almost a full year.
Our dear Dad and Grampa will truly be missed. There are no words to describe the appreciation and love that we have for this wonderful Man. We have such fond memories that we hold very near and dear to our hearts. We find peace in knowing that he is now where he really wants to be; reunited and next to his Georgie once again. Until we meet again dearest Dad/Grampa, we love you forever! Please give Mom/Nanny a big hug for all of us. May you truly Rest in Peace.
We are following Eric’s wishes to not hold a funeral service. As Eric lived his life without regret and with tons of love, fun and so much humour, Eric wishes to advise those that he is leaving here on Earth to always find a way to laugh. Eric certainly helped write the book on “Laughter is the Best Medicine!”
Eric was cremated and his cemetery marker will be next to Georgie’s in the Autumn Glory Garden at the South Haven Cemetery. He is joining many other loving family members and great friends that have gone before him.
Besides thanking some very special family members and friends that visited Eric before and then throughout the Covid pandemic, we also wish to thank the Rivercrest Care Centre in Fort Saskatchewan. The very caring staff of doctors, nurses and therapists truly helped make our Dad’s last days of his life so very comfortable.
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