Beloved husband of Ella (nee McGovern), loving father of Lisa McBride (Matthew) and Edward S. (Linda), dear pop of Brian and Kristen "Princess"; also survived by his brother Steve (Gail), his sisters Lynn Shain (Michael), Debbie Toner (Gary) and several nieces and nephews; son of the late Edward Sr. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday 9 A.M. Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave.) followed by his service of Christian Burial 11 A.M. Interment is Private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to VA Medical Center, 3900 Woodland Ave., Phila, PA 19104 in his memory would be appreciated.