Obituary of Edna Matilda Walker

It is with deep sadness that the family of Edna Matilda Walker announce her passing, which occurred at her residence at Parkland Riverview on June 26, 2025. Born in Wards Creek, NB on May 3, 1928, she was a daughter of the late Tom and Effie (Orr) Friars.

Edna and Frank enjoyed life on the farm raising their six children and all the craziness that came with it. Edna loved hosting everyone who would come to the farm, whether they were salesmen or relatives from far away, and everyone in between. In her later years, she enjoyed travelling with her husband, Frank. They went on many extended trips including Australia, Kenya and the UK. She generously volunteered her time at her church and in the community.

Special thanks to all of the caregivers with special mention to Alicia and to all the staff at Shannex Riverview.

Edna is survived by her children: Linda Hunt of Sussex, NB, Patsy Walker (Dean Clarke) of Calgary, AB, David Walker (Susan) of Fredericton, NB, Daryl Walker (Ruth) of Newline, NB, daughter-in-law Linda of Berwick, NB, and Jeffrey Walker (Suzanne) of Shubenacadie, NS;  grandchildren: Andrew, Barry, Ian, Mitchel, Andrea, Peter, Lindsay, Matthew, Eric, Janet, Adrian, Ryan, Michael, Danielle, Jeremy, Zoe, Rachel and Molly ; her great grandchildren: Hannah, Sarah, Helen, Isaac, Kennedy, Keegan, Carter, Hudson, Maggie, George, Kate, Renee, Alaina, Ruby, Ava, Aden, Ella, Izah, Julia, Mitchell, Henry, Evan, and Anna, Addie and Aiden; and her sisters-in-law, Evelyn Walker and Jean Walker. Edna is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, Edna was predeceased by her loving husband, Frank Walker; her sons, Gregory and Brian; her brothers: Herbert, Harold, and Clarence; her sister, Evelyn Darling (Everett); her brothers-in-law, John Walker, George Walker (Margaret), and Charles Walker; and her sisters-in-law, Elsie Friars, Ella Walker, Mabel Danson (Bill), Lilie McHaffie (Clare) and son-in-law Harley Hunt.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176). There will be a celebration of Edna’s life held on Monday, June 30 at 11:00am from St. John’s United Church (3 Needle St, Sussex Corner, NB).

Donations to St. John’s United Church, Kirk Hill Cemetery, or a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Donations and personal condolences to the family may be made through www.wallacefuneralhome.com