Irene Edwards

1949 - 2017

Irene Elizabeth Edwards, beloved wife of Harold Edwards, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family in Taber on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at the age of 67 years.

Relatives and friends were invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, January 6, 2017 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.

The Funeral Service was held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 11:00 A.M.

Besides her loving husband Harold, Irene is survived by their son Brad (Keri-Ann) Edwards of Taber, daughter Michel (Daniel) Johnson of Taber and their children Jaden and Dustin; brother Andy (Judy) Astalos of Sylvan Lake, brother-in-law John DeBona of Lethbridge and by numerous nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents Andy and Elsie Astalos and sisters Margaret DeBona, Linda Astalos and Veronica Astalos.

Irene was born July 6, 1949 in Taber. She married Harold Edwards on March 1, 1968. They resided in Taber until moving to Fincastle where they raised their children Brad and Michel on their acreage. In 2009, they moved back to Taber.

Irene loved spending time with family, especially her grandkids. Horses were Irene’s hobby, she had a passion for training, horse shows and Arabian horses. Irene’s enjoyment of horses led her to work at Wilomar Stables. She was also fond of her dogs, especially Taz and her puppy Barkley. Irene will be lovingly remembered.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Irene’s name may be made directly to the Alberta Lung Association, Box 4500, Station South, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 6K2 www.ab.lung.ca.