MCKAY, Edward Clark McKay

Entered into rest peacefully and with dignity on June 14, 2026 surrounded by his family at St. Peter’s Hospital, Hamilton in his 92nd year. Predeceased by his loving wife Shirley (2015) of 58 years.

Loving Dad to Larry and Christine, Scott and Joanne and Alison and Wayne Hodge. Proud Grandpa of Kirsten and Renzo, Braden, Blake and Rebecca, Cameron and Meredith, Kyle and Maleah, Darren, Shane. Also proud “Old” Grandpa to Layla, Lorenzo and Leo.

Dear brother to Linda and Don Walters, and Brother-in-law of Nancy McKay and Darlene Stephenson. Predeceased by his brother George McKay and Brothers-in-law, Jim, George and Bill Stephenson. He will also be dearly missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. Ed will be profoundly missed by his dear friend and Masonic Brother Randy Beckley.

Ed’s family would like to thank Dr. William Sulis for his years of dedication and home visits with our Dad. A heartfelt thanks to Dr. Alan Taniguchi and the staff of St. Peter’s 3 East for their exemplary care and compassion.

Edward Clark McKay was passionate about the Masonic Order and a faithful Brother throughout Southern Ontario and beyond. A lifelong member of Riverside Lodge #862 as well as Hillcrest #594 and St. Andrew’s #62. Ed was also a member of the Scottish Rite and received an honorary 33rd degree. In 2009, Ed received the distinguished honour of being named a William Mercer Wilson Medal recipient.

Friends are invited to call at MILLER FUNERAL CHAPEL, 28 Caithness Street East, Caledonia on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 1-3pm and 5-7pm. A Masonic service will be held following the evening visitation, all are welcome. Funeral service to be held at Miller Funeral Chapel on Saturday June 20, 2026 at 11:00am. Interment at Caledonia Cemetery, followed by a Reception at Grace United Church, Caledonia. Friends and family are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.millerfuneralchapel.ca.

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