Passing of Edgar C. Dunning

Delta is mourning the loss of Edgar Clesson Dunning who passed away on October 23, 2010 at the age of 100. Edgar Dunning was an active member of our community who devoted much of his life to serving Delta.

Edgar Dunning was the first recipient of Delta's Freedom of the Municipality Award which he received in 2004 as part of Delta's 125th Anniversary. This award represents the highest honour the Corporation of Delta can bestow on an individual - an honour that Edgar is most worthy of, as his contributions have been instrumental to community life and heritage in Delta. More recently, Edgar Dunning received Kin Canada's most prestigious award from the Kinsmen Club of Ladner-Tsawwassen and was the recipient of the BC Community Achievement Award in March 2010.

Edgar Dunning's contributions to Delta are significant and far-reaching. In honour of Edgar Dunning's outstanding service and historical ties to Delta, the new Delta Archives facility currently under construction at the former Courthouse will include the Edgar Dunning Reading Room.

Mayor Lois E. Jackson, Delta Council and staff extend their deepest condolences to the family of Edgar Dunning. Edgar's jovial, good-humoured personality was cherished by those who he worked and spent time with and his personal and intimate knowledge of Delta's history and ability to share it with others was truly touching. Edgar Dunning's lifelong dedication to the betterment, heritage and preservation of Delta is remarkable - a legacy that will always be remembered.

A celebration of life in honour of Edgar will be held - details on this celebration will be forthcoming and available on Delta's website.