Edward passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, at The Moncton Hospital.
Edward was the second son of the late Alfred and Helen (Beaton) Leger. He is survived by his sister, Isabelle, Moncton, NB, his nephew, David, Langley, BC, and his niece, Patricia, Surrey, BC. He was predeceased by his brother, Paul.
Music was a constant element in Edward's life; in his DNA. His father had a fine lyric tenor voice and played the piano. His maternal grandfather played seven instruments and was a member of The Moncton Citizens' Band.
Edward had a love for the human voice; opera was a particular favourite. His friends knew not to call on Saturday afternoon between 2 and 6 pm as the weekly opera broadcasts were aired on CBC and NPR.
His knowledge of the performing and creative arts was broad and he was a member of various groups in these fields including executive committees such as Moncton Art Society, Maritime Art Association, Stage Door 56, Moncton District Drama council, NB Drama League, as well as Moncton Ballroom.
In 1982, Edward held a position as a Program Officer, Cultural Development Branch, Province of New Brunswick, Fredericton. The experience gained while there led to invitations to participate in program juries for the Maritime Art Association, Maine Arts Commission, Maine Craft Association, Storefront for Architecture and the Maine Center for Creativity. Edward always felt blessed and he cherished the many long-term friendships gained during his time in Maine.
In retirement Edward volunteered as a member of the Associates of the Provincial Archives, the Development Committee of the Capitol Theatre and the committee for the art gallery at City Hall.
A talented visual artist, he participated in regional exhibitions. His work is found in the collections of the Université de Moncton, the New Brunswick Art Bank, the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, as well as private collections.
Edward had many interests - art, music, cooking, dining with friends, fashion and dancing. He was a very kind and sociable person and a mentor to many. He loved his Saturday morning walks to C'est La Vie coffee shop to meet up with friends. He always looked quite dapper walking down Main Street in his fedora and usually a touch of red - his favourite colour.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the staff of Palliative Care Unit for their exceptional care and compassion.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de l’Assomption, 226 St. George Street, Moncton, NB, on Saturday, May 24th, at 10 am. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Interment will be at Our Lady of Calvary cemetery in Dieppe.
Funeral arrangements are under the professional care of Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton, NB (506-858-1900).
Words of comfort and donations may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com