CARLESS, Edwin John

Edwin passed away on December 24, 2015. He is survived by his wife, Julie Carless; children Sandra Carless (David Grose), Steven (Lisa) Carless, Brent Carless (Clint Lawrence), and Nancy Carless (Myron Deis); grandchildren Carlton and Ryan Klevgaard and Delaney and Shane Carless; sisters Edith Stratulate, Joyce Stratford, and Mary Carless; and numerous family members. He was predeceased by his parents, Anna “Dudi” and Theodore “Ted” Carless and his brother Charles “Chuck” Carless. Ed began working in the oil and gas industry beginning in 1954 at Canadian Industries Ltd. Throughout his long career he worked with several companies as Superintendent of Operations responsible for properties from Fort St. John B.C. to Dallas Texas. Ed concluded his career as Manager of Field Operations with West Coast Petroleum Ltd., retiring in 1996. After his retirement he enjoyed travelling to Victoria, many road trips, and golfing with Julie. A private service will be held for the immediate family. To send condolences, please visit www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca.