Edward C. Gater, Jr. passed away June 1, 2023. Beloved son to Edward Sr., and the late Reba (nee Rhodes). Dear husband to the late Gloria Jean Lilly (nee Gann). Loving dad to Jason Gater, Gloria Lynn Lilly, Deanna Flannigan, Jonathan Lilly, Amanda Jean, Jessica Brennan (Robert) and the late Johnathan Lilly . Devoted Grand Pop and Uncle to Richard Lilly, Crystal Lilly (Matthew), Michael Lilly, Christina Lilly, Kira Lilly, Halle Flanagan, Justin Lilly, Amber Pickles, Matthew Pickles, Nicholas Rup, Gavin Pickles,Cassidi Lilly, Liam Maxwell ,Lincoln Hendrickson and Caleb Brennan. Ed was a dedicated Crane Operator for United Steel for over 30 years.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Burns Funeral Home (9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia PA 19114) from 11:00AM-12:30PM, followed by his Funeral Service. Interment Private.