Ed was born in Saint Claire Shores, Michigan, April 17, 1931. He passed in Anchor Point, Alaska on December 30, 2024. Ed was a 56-year resident of Alaska. He is survived by his wife of 68 years Mary, his brother Robert, and his three children, Charlie, Jeanie and Ed Jr. He also has 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Butch.

He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army.

A Celebration of Life is scheduled in early April 2025.