Edward was 88 at his death, the cherished husband of Gertrude (Lavagnino) for 63 years. He served the U.S. Army in World War II at the rank of Captain. Edward is the dear father of James (Margie) Van Wynsberghe, and Anne Marie (Dan) Nemes. He is the grandfather of Theresa, Sean, Carolyn, Nadine, Brian, Kristina and David, and 11 great grandchildren. Edward is survived by 2 sisters, Elsie Lee and Dorothy Fawcett, and was predeceased by Joseph VanWynsberghe. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, May 12th at St. Genevieve Catholic Church, 29015 Jamison, Livonia. The family will receive friends at 10:00 a.m. until time of Mass 11 am. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials to the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) 305 Michigan Avenue, GRB 9th Floor, Detroit, MI 48226-2605