Sydney
1950-2023
Eddy made the most of the dash between birth and death. His love of music, flying, and sailing brought him to many destinations. From being a teenage idol on CJCB TV’s “Bob Dells Go Go Beat” on Saturday afternoons to countless bands through the years. Eddy enjoyed sailing so much that he owned three sailboats in his lifetime.
Flying was his true calling though, having flown 26 aircraft and logging almost 18,000 hours in the sky. Eddy’s sense of humour and infectious laugh garnished him many friends during his career(s). It also earned him the honour of being coined ‘Fast Eddy’.
Similar to his dad, Eddy was a visionary, inventor, and humanitarian. Eddy was forced into early retirement from Air Canada Jazz due to medical issues and spent that time building his dream garage/music jam room.
Left to mourn are Eddy’s children, Clayton (Ana), Meghan, and Carter; two grandchildren, Taren and Grace; brother, Todd; half-brothers, Eric, Ronnie, and two former spouses, Kimberley and Debra.
Eddy was predeceased by his parents, Llewelyn and Edna (LeBlanc) Ivany.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Edward Ivany will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Thursday, November 16, 2023. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 12 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment will take place in St. Alphonsus Cemetery, Victoria Mines at a late date.
For those unable to attend, Live Streaming will be available on our website.
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Donations in memory of Eddy, may be made to the Canadian Syringmyelia Association.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
“Soon, I will walk the road to the sandbar again and smell the ocean and feel the cool breeze upon my face. The white clouds will roam the blue sky above me, and the gulls will chatter, and I will be home.”
Online Condolences
Oh my, the memories that come flooding through with this sad news. A childhood friend, I was part of the first band Eddy formed, me by default as a friend, him by the talent he showed on his Ludwig’s. We spend most of our teenage years together doing teenager things. I’m deeply saddened by this news. My thoughts and prayers are with all his family at this time if great sorrow. I will never forget his laugh. Rest In Peace my friend.
From: Henry Johnston
George and I are sending heartfelt condolences on the passing of Eddy to his children and their families! RIP dear friend Love and prayers
From: Flora and George Conn
Our deepest sympathy for your loss
From: Kay Gorman and family
I am so sad to learn of Eddy’s passing. I remember him well from Burger and the Bits. Also, we met up a few years ago to exchange memories. It was great to catch up after all those years. Eddy accomplished so much in his life and was an inspiration to anyone with a disability. Rest in Peace my friend.
From: June Cossitt
My condolences to all of Eddys family, I know you will treasure your memory’s of Eddy, I know I will always smile when I think of Eddy, and that is something I think he will leave with all his old friends.
RIP Eddy,
You were always so much fun to fly with. Will miss your Birthday greeting of “Cheers and Beers” on facebook.
My condolences to his family.
My condolences to the family. My Dad, Bob Dell, played an integral part of his life in his earlier years. He will be greatly missed.
RIP Eddy You had a full long life.You where a great father and husband when I met you in London ,also a great neighbour ,You will be missed fly high with the eagles…
My condolences to Eddy’s family, a sad loss l, way too young. We grew up together in beautiful South Bar. Eddy’s dream always was to be a pilot. We often joked with him to let us know who hired him so we could fly with the competitor. He always responded with a laugh. We had many jam sessions in his garage, a huge hit with all his friends. I’m sorry I can’t be there Thursday. Fly high Eddy, we will always remember you as a fun guy with a beautiful smile.
RIP Eddy
We all had so much fun in our teenage yrs. Enjoyed our days when we all were so free and full of Life.
Had so much fun at –Bobs Go-Go Beat as one of the BackUp dancers
For the Sat afternoon shows.
Fly Free My Friend
Eddy was the finest! I flew with him as a passenger, but I know many pilots who flew with him as a pilot and they all say they loved being paired up with Eddy as their Captain. First time I flew with him was at Eastern Flying Services when he flew the Navajo’s for them and he invited me along when I was a teenager, always thought the world of Eddy from that moment on. I visited him lots in recent years as I knew that his ailment was causing him a lot of grief. His suffering is over now and I’m sure God put out the welcome mat on the doorways to paradise. Rest in God’s Love Eddy!
You are in a better place now Eddy no illness or pain, Just a beautiful welcoming place to be for you,till we meet again Brenda xoxo
Bergey will be standing on the welcome mat for you!
You are in a better place than we are Eddy no more pain or illness you will always be in a beautiful heavenly place for ever, xoxo Brenda
I will always laugh when I hear Eddy’s infectious laugh in my mind.
Smooth sailing from here on Eddy.
We’ll miss you.
Our condolences to Eddy’s family and close friends. When my husband and I met eddy he was a 16 year old drummer for Burger & the Bits and boy could he play those drums. I’ll always remember his wipe out! Always cheerful and smiling, always willing to help a friend in need. We lost track for a few years but when we visited him it was just like old times. Go in comfort friend you’ve earned your peace. we love you always. Paulette & Robin Tedford
RIP My Friend God Bless you all. Eddy was a great person and always made me smile and laugh. He will be missed by all. Play your drums in heaven all day long now lol.. Thank you eddy i will always miss that smile and your wave when we passed each other in our cars..
My Condolence to the family and friends of Eddy God Bless you all
My condolences to family and friends. Ed was an instructor at Bradley Air Services in Carp, at that time with Deb and Clayton, living in Bayshore. Was over to their place a number of times. I also worked at BAS, but a non-pilot for a while. Ed sent me on my first solo and signed off the certificate I still have. I always remember his happy outlook and love of music.
My dear Eddy , you will be greatly missed . May God keep you well.
You are such a beautiful soul with a wonderful heart.
Rest In Peace my friend. ♥️
My sympathies to all of Eddy’s loved ones . God bless you all
Gio
My sincere condolences to the Ivany family for their loss.I’ve known Eddy since we were teenagers and remember Eddy as a great friend especially when he would squeeze me into his Volkswagen with Debbie and all his drums and drive me home from the dance. How we all got in that tiny car still baffles me. Rest in peace my friend. Until we meet again and we can play a drum duo together. I will miss you. DAVE LEDREW
So sorry for your loss.Fly high little buddy,you will be surely missed.
I always loved flying with Eddy. Nobody had as large a repertoire of jokes as he had., nor the knack of telling them as Eddy did. I remember him always carrying a photo of his wife’s cat in his uniform hat … how he introduced the photo was pure Eddy!
In social media circles, Ed would always send his greetings with a “Cheers and Beers”. He owns that saying.
Cheers and Beers to you, Eddy. And now you can reach out and touch the face of God.
You can now fly to the beat of a drum Eddy. Over the many years we have met in flying circles you always showed a lovely demeanour with your bright smile and laugh.
My condolences to everyone around you.
I met Eddy many times, as our paths would regularly cross at the Sudbury airport. He’d be coming up to Sudbury on Bradley‘s scheduled run in the C-402, and then head back to Ottawa. I’d be heading west on the twin otter in the NorOntair days in the 70s. We always had a good but short chat and I’ll always remember that great grin and “downeast” sense of humour. Farewell, my friend, you will be missed.
My sympathy to the family,Eddy was a great guy,I remember Burger and the Bits,he is playing drums in heaven now.RIP.
RIP Eddy.. You’re sense of humour and positive outlook on life never me.. 6 day pairings were awfully short because of all of the laughing going on..😉 Fly west brother ✈️
Oh Eddy! How often I laughed and said those words. His jokes, and of course his laugh and smile were infectious. He loved life to the fullest and everyone felt that. Sail , fly and play those drums with abandonment now Eddy. You will be missed. Condolences to his family and friends. Cheers and beers!
Our condolences to Eddy’s family. Ed, we had lots of great times
playing in our band together and flying together over the years.
Enjoy your last flight home. Beers and Cheers! buddy.
David & Leona
RIP Eddy , I never flew with you or sailed on your boats but music was the common thread among us . We sure had fun and made music that filled the dance floors .My condolences to his Family
The first time i heard in a gadda da vita was at a riverview school dance. part way through the song the band members started leaving their places and left Eddy alone on stage. he played the drums for what seemed like a long time. the dancers looked confused. nobody knew what was happening. finally the band members rejoined Eddy and finished the song. It was no doubt the first time anyone had witnessed a drum solo. Rock on Eddy!
Sad to hear about your passing. I remember when you played with Burger and The Bits. With my Friend Rollie Clark. You be sadly missed.