Passed away suddenly in his home in Brampton, ON. on Monday, August 19, 2019 at the age of 77. Loving husband of Nina for over 51 years. Beloved father of Ralph, Lu-Anne and her husband Kevin Brezina and to Barbara and her husband Alan Jacobson. Cherished grandfather of Elsa, Adelle, Sloan and Indy. Ed will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his extended family and friends abroad and in Canada. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the National Geographic Society in Ed's memory.