Obituary of Norman Lyle Eidsness

1926 - 2013

Norman passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Monday, April 15, 2013 at 86 1/2 years.

He was born September 12, 1926 at Plentywood, Montana (it being the closest hospital to his home in Gladmar, Sask). He received the nickname of "Ike" in high school during the Eisenhower years. He started line work with Manitoba Power Commission, then in Victoria with Hume & Rumble Construction. In 1964 he started with B.C. Hydro in Golden and in 1970 moved to Cranbrook. Ike was a 60-year member of IBEW, a long-time member of the Cranbrook Golf Club and the Canadian Legion, and a member of the Cranbrook Curling Club and the B.C. Hydro Power Pioneers. Before his health issues, he enjoyed golf, fly fishing, camping, playing blackjack, with many trips to Reno and Vegas, playing pool with his golf buddies, family get-togethers, playing his banjo-ukulele at sing-songs with friends. He was also passionate about his vegetable garden and was a "garden guru" for his granddaughter Tamara when she took over. The family is extremely grateful to daughter-in-law, Colleen for her tireless and compassionate care for him during his last days. We also wish to thank Dr. Van Rietschoten for his dedication and care.

Ike is survived by his wife Eileen of 59 1/2 years, son Mitch (Colleen) of Cranbrook, daughter Lauren Jinjoe (Dale) of Murrieta, California and son Glenn (Marnie) of Vancouver; his sister Shirley Brizan of Burnaby. He was proud of his five granddaughters, Janine, Tamara (Steve and Danny Mercandelli), Brooke (Ronny) Belkin, Shannon, Ashley; and newborn great grandson, Cohen Belkin. He was predeceased by his parents, Birger and Thenora Eidsness.

A Celebration of Ike's life will be held at McPherson Funeral Home in Cranbrook on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 1:00 pm. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Ike's honour may be made to the charity of their choice.

 

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at:

www.mcphersonfh.com