Edward was born in Erie, PA on September 18, 1938. He attended Harborcreek grade school, graduated Cathedral Prep in 1956, and graduated Arizona State University in 1971. He made a career in the US Navy and retired in 1988 as Chief Petty Officer. Most of his Navy career was spent in Europe, with several tours in Italy. While in the Navy he was awarded 2 Navy Commendation Medals, 1 Navy Achievement Medal and many deployment ribbons. The Navy was his first love.

Ed is survived by his dear friends, Mary and Tom Erdman, and Stephen Staruch.

No calling hours or services will be held.

The Glunt Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Edinboro, is in charge of funeral arrangements.

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