Edgar Aderman, 87, of Niagara, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2010, at Dickinson County Memorial Hospital.
He was born on April 27, 1923, in Daggett, Mich., son of the late Carl and Floy (Bates) Aderman.
Edgar graduated high school in Daggett, and as a young man joined the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). He later served his country in the United States Coast Guard on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, during WWII. Edgar then moved to Niagara, Wis., and began working for Kimberly Clark, later Pentair paper mill where he remained until he retired from his timekeeping position in 1987.
He married Shirley Brown on June 9, 1951, in Niagara, and lived there until 1986, when they retired to their home at Hi-Lo Acres, Pembine. Edgar and Shirley remained happily married for 57 years until her death in 2009. He was an active member of the Board of Directors of the Niagara Area Credit Union, the American Legion Cretton-Tutas Post No. 136, Niagara, and a respected member of the community. He also served as a building inspector for the city of Niagara.
Edgar was an avid hunter, sportsman, and traveler. After Edgar and Shirley's retirement, they traveled throughout the United States and Caribbean. An exceptional man who instilled his work ethic, values, and common sense in his children, and their children, Edgar was always there for anyone who needed him for anything.
Edgar is survived by one son; Daniel (Lori) Aderman, Niagara; three daughters, Lynne (Chuck) Dahlen, Siren, Wis.; Juli (Jim) Hulce, Niagara; Nancy (Rennie) Bobb, Wake Forest, NC; ten grandchildren, Amber (Sean) Peterson; Taylor (Sarah) Dahlen, Michael Aderman, Ashley Aderman, Gordon (Laura) Hulce, Brian (Sarah Brown) Hulce, Robert (Susan) Hulce, Kara Hulce, Ravae Bobb, Quintyn Bobb; four great-grandchildren Alison and Logan Hulce, Korbyn Brown and Braxtyn Hulce; one sister, Edith Adams Menominee, Mich.; and three sisters-in-law, Frances Aderman, Niagara; Theresa Hendricks, Green Bay, Eloise Robinson, Neenah and brother-in-law, Jim Robinson, Neenah.
He was preceded in death by four brothers, Oscar, Loren (Biz), Virgil (Red) and Edwin Aderman (twin), and two sisters, Leonella (Nell) Burie, and Isabelle (Izzy) Bettie.
Edgar was blessed with a wonderful life, a loving and close family, and many, many good friends. He will be missed and fondly remembered by all.
The family would love to extend a grateful thank you to the staff at Maryhill Manor for taking such exemplary and compassionate care of Edgar during his various stays.
Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 23, 2010, at Jacobs Funeral Home, Niagara Chapel. The American Legion Cretton-Tutas Post No. 136, Niagara, will coinduct a veteran's memorial service 12:45 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Rev. Larry Canavera will officiate. Burial will be in the Niagara Cemetery, Niagara.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Edgar, or leave a condolence for his family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com
The Jacobs Funeral Home, Niagara Chapel, is serving the family.