Diedrich “Deed” Unrau
1936 ~ 2022

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather Diedrich Unrau on Monday, January 17, 2022 at Extendicare Eaux Claires in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 85 years. He was born September 26, 1936 in De Salaberry, Manitoba to John and Caroline (nee Bansen) Unrau.

Deed leaves to mourn his passing his wife, Lorna; children, Wayne (Christine), Leslie (Sheryl) and Shannon (Mark); 7 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sister, Helen; brothers, Henry (Helen) and Nick (Marge); sister-in-law, Mary (Ed); as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Deed was a pipefitter for over 56 years in the Local Union 488 and he retired in 2009. In his retirement, Deed and Lorna enjoyed travelling to places like Nashville, the Caribbean, Reno, Vegas, Great Falls Montana, Strathmore, Winnipeg and to the Peace Country. Deed enjoyed country music, woodworking and relaxing on the patio with his dog Mojo. He was a very generous person who had a unique sense of humour. He was loved and will be missed by all his family and friends.

Diedrich “Deed” was predeceased by his father, John, his mother, Caroline and several brothers and sisters.

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