Aug. 13, 1938 – June 30, 2026
Ed Wurtz was born Aug. 13, 1938 in Grande Prairie to Micheal and Katherine Wurtz. He was raised on a farm with six brothers and two sisters.
Ed married Vera Shenfield in 1968 at Grande Prairie. In 1969, they moved to High Prairie and in 1971 they moved out on a homestead where they raised four beautiful daughters. Ed worked as a saw filer for Buchanan Lumber. He loved playing his guitar and singing gospel music.
After retirement, Ed and Vera moved to Enilda and later into High Prairie. In March 2026, Ed and Vera moved to Morinville so they could be close to their family.
On June 30, he laid down for his morning nap and didn’t wake up. He passed away very peacefully and is now with his Lord and Savior. Ed’s greatest legacy is his steadfast faith in the Lord.
He leaves behind: his beloved wife Vera of 58 years; as well as his four daughters: Kate (Spencer Remple), Elaine (Dan Forsberg), Coral (Todd Brand) and Sharon Wurtz along with seven grandchildren.