Edgar Parker “Ed” Larter
August 25, 2025
LARTER, Edgar Parker “Ed” – Passed away peacefully in the arms of his wife and surrounded by family, at Hospice Wellington on Monday, August 25, 2025 in his 92nd year. Cherished husband of Marlene for 67 years. Beloved father of Wanda Foertsch (Dan), Brad (Jody), Steve (Julie Williams), Diane Bender (Jim); and father-in-law of Trina Collette Larter. Cherished Grandpa of Garfield “Garf”, Brandilyn “Brandi”, Khrstyn, Ian, Kyra, Bryce, Alyssa, Olivia, James and Emaleigh; and great-Grandpa “Papa Eddy” of many adored great-grandchildren. Survived by his brother-in-law Ira Black (Evelyn).
Ed is reunited in Heaven with his grandson, Levi Larter (2021); parents George and Lillian; siblings: Laura, Sadie, Steve, and Judy; and several brothers- and sisters-in-law.
Ed was a lifelong farmer, tending to the land until his final days. He loved and cared for his many pets and livestock, as well as his bountiful gardens. Ed was a man of faith and a longtime member of Monck Baptist Church. Most of all, Ed cherished his family and was proud of the legacy he and Marlene created.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Thursday, August 28th from 4:00-7:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at First Baptist Church, 116 Fergus Street North, Mount Forest, on Friday, August 29th at 11:00 a.m., with visitation at the church from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Interment at Mount Forest Cemetery. Following, all are invited to the church hall for refreshments and fellowship. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Ed are asked to consider Hospice Wellington, Cancer Patient Services or Monck Baptist Church.
Condolences
Dear Marlene & Families
I wish to extend my sincere Condolences at the passing of Ed.
My thougthts & prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Sincerely
Liz Boersen
We are very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing.
Please accept our sincere condolences.Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Ed has been a good friend of ours for many years, lots of laughs and good memories. We were so glad we had the chance to spend time with him and Marlene during our visit in April. It was a lot of fun. Our thoughts are with the family at this time. He will be very missed. We will be sending a card and donation to the house soon.
— Murray and Sharon Collette, August 27, 2025We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
— Ray and Marion Parker, August 27, 2025Wanda, Brad, Steve, Diane & families…Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Ed. We have so many fond memories of the Larter family…the best neighbours anyone could ever ask for.Ed was an extremely special man, always warm & welcoming…he will be missed by many. May your happy memories ease your sorrow.
— Brian & Marilynne Adams, August 27, 2025Wanda and Family, My sincerest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. Sending all my thoughts and prayers at this hard time.
Huge hugs
Michelle Zippel
My sincere sympathy goes to Marlene and family,,,,
I have fond memories of Ed growing up and how kind he was to others and his immediate family.
He will be missed by many that knew him...
God Bless Ed and his family at this time of sorrow.
Brad and all your family. I send my condolences to each of you on the passing of your dad
— Karen Rave, August 26, 2025Our deepest sympathy to Wanda, Brad and the entire Larter families. So sorry for your loss.
— Karen Switzer, Jim Seifried, August 26, 2025Dear Wanda and Dan and family,
Carl and I send our sincere condolences to you all.
Sending our sympathy to all of Ed's family and friends. In the summer months I will always remember Ed coming in the appliance store with his homegrown veggies to share with his family. He sure loved his garden. A life well lived, May he rest in peace.
Sincerely Diane & Bill Dineen
We will always think fondly of Ed, for his humor, his kindness, and of course, his delicious pies! We know all of you will miss him dearly but are blessed with many cherished memories.
— Aria and Robert Bango, August 26, 2025