Passed away at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on Wednesday July 10th 2024 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Joy Kennedy (nee Bolton) for 63 years, Loving father of Robert, Ronald , Kathryn, and Daryl, Cherished grandfather of Kristyn (Glen), Robyn, Sarah, Erin and great grandfather of Bryden and Isla, Dear brother of Rick Kennedy (Thelma) and predeceased by his siblings Jean Compassano, Paul Kennedy and Denise Kennedy. Ed will be missed and lovingly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Visitation will be held at the Simcoe Funeral Home, 38 James Street E, Orillia on Monday July 15th, 2024 from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation through the Simcoe Funeral Home, 38 James Street E., Orillia (705) 327 0221. Messages of condolence are welcomed at www.simcoefuneralhome.ca