Ed passed away peacefully Sunday night at his home with his two sons by his side at the age of 78. Loving and devoted husband to the late Patricia (nee Clendenning). Edgie was a proud, lifetime resident of Fishtown. He also served in the United States Army as a 173rd sky solider (airborne). Following his military years, Edgie joined the Teamsters Union until he retired. Edgie is survived by his two sons, James and Edward. He is also survived by two of eleven siblings, Cindy and Frances. Services for Edgie are to be held private at the families request.