Obituary of Douglas Eidt

The passing of Douglas Conrad Eidt of Keswick Ridge, NB, husband of Betty (Redden) Eidt, occurred on July 10, 2011 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital. Born on July 02, 1928 in Fergus, ON, he was the son of the late Cecil Conrad and Sara Amelia “Millie” (May) Eidt. He graduated from Kings County Academy, Kentville, NS in 1945. Doug undertook a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (BSA) at Nova Scotia Agriculture College (his favorite) and completed it at the University of Guelph. He undertook studies for his MSA at Guelph and completed it at the University of Toronto with a major in Entomology. He married Betty in 1951 and commenced work with the Canadian Forestry Service in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in 1952, the beginning of a fruitful 42 year career. Doug completed his PhD (biology) at the University of Saskatchewan in 1955 and then transferred to Fredericton, NB. Most of his projects were in research and writing scientific papers related to protecting the forest from harmful insects. He received many honours over the years. Doug loved his camp at Oromocto Lake, was a stamp collector, enjoyed gardening, was a naturalist and also loved genealogy. He belonged to the Men’s Breakfast Club of Keswick Ridge. His greatest achievement was balancing his professional life and love of family. His playful activities and numerous interests provided an environment and atmosphere treasured by his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. For all of them, time with Doug was at once a learning experience and a treasure trove of fond memories. Doug is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years; five sons, Daniel (Helen), David (Andrea), Robert (Maggie), Christopher (Lori) and Matthew (Lyndsay); twelve grandchildren, seven great grandchildren; sisters Virginia “Ginnie” Allen and Pat Denbow; brother Cecil Edward Eidt and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Wilfred Gerald Eidt. Although there will be no visitation by request; a Celebration of Life Service will take place at Keswick Ridge United Church on Friday, July 15, 2011 at 2:00 pm with the Reverend Merrill Slipp officiating. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Chalmers Foundation or the charity of the donor’s choice. Please, family flowers only. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com