ANDERSON, Edward Ross – age 89 of Aylesford, NS passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 in the Heart of the Valley Long Term Care Centre, Middleton. Born in Plumber Additional, ON, he was a son of the late Benjamin and Lidia (MacGregor) Anderson. Edward retired after serving 26 years with the Royal Canadian Air Force as an Aero Engine Technician. He loved fishing, especially fly fishing. Edward enjoyed cooking and could always make others laugh. He loved his family dearly, especially all of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is survived by his daughters, Laurie (Larry) Ziegler, Surrey, BC; Karen (Steve) Guidry, Torbrook; Kimberley (John) Anderson, Kingston; Carol (Jim) Wilson, Blind Bay, BC; his sons, Tim Anderson, High River, AB; Jeff (Pamela) Anderson and Darryl (Tracy) Anderson, both of Aylesford; his brother, Calvin (Marg) Anderson, High River, AB; his grandchildren, Mark, Michelle, Melanie, Crystal, Ryan, Jasmine, Courtney, Eden, Baley, Thomas, Jamie; step-granddaughter Misti; step-grandson Rob; great grandchildren Dryden, Tyson, Jonah and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Catherine; sisters Jemima, Jean, Bessie; brothers Malcolm, Robert and four brothers in infancy. In keeping with Edward's wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. Donations in memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., toll free 1 (855) 825-3448. On-line guest book may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com