Age 80, of Fruitland Park, Florida, passed away on May 24, 2013, at the Veteran's Medical Center in Perry Point, Maryland, following a battle with cancer. Born in Philadelphia, PA on April 28, 1933, the son of Leo and Johanna McGarvey, he is survived by his wife of 51 years, Katherine (Williams) McGarvey; his two daughters, Anne Harach and Lori Loveday; his two stepsons, Ross and James Jennings; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Ed served in the US Army during the Korean War, then went on to a 28 year career as a pilot with Eastern Airlines. In recent years, he volunteered his time to Angel Flight Southeast. He was a friend to many, and a devoted member of The Silver Falcons, The Retired Eastern Pilots Association, and The American Legion Post 219. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, June 29, 2013, 9:00 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA, followed by his Memorial Service at 10 AM. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Grace Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Angel Flight Southeast, 8864 Airport Blvd., Leesburg, FL 34788 (www.angelflightse.org)