Edward was born in Chicago, IL on September 23,1929 and remained in the area his entire life. He graduated from Austin High School and was active in the Builders, a Masonic organization for boys. It was during this time he met Barbara, who was an active Job’s Daughter, a Masonic organization for girls. Romance developed and resulted in a sixty three year marriage.
Ed served in the Army, during the Korean Conflict, and was stationed in Germany. Upon returning to the States, he worked as a printer for the AMA and later the Elmhurst Press Publications. His work ethic was only exceeded by his sense of adventure and fun. Ed was a very active member of Medinah Shrine, specifically the Arab Patrol, Company D. He was a member of Elmhurst Masonic Lodge 941, the Scottish Rite, Jester Court #48 and the Benevolent Order of Crabs, Claw #1. After Barbara passed, Edward was lucky to meet Betty at their senior living community. They married, enjoyed travel and other activities offered there and had eight years of laughs and fun.
Edward is survived by his beloved wife, Elizabeth, “Betty” and preceded in death by his first wife of 63 years, Barbara, who passed away in 2014. He was the loving father of the late Deborah (survived by Richard) Quianthy, the late Thomas (survived by Linda) Hefferin, the late Steven Hefferin and Cheryl (Michael) Ericksen; Fond “Bompa” to Melissa (Brian) Berquist, Christina (Tobey) Wilson, Denise (Cavin) McKinley and Ryan (Victoria) Ericksen; Great Grandpa to Allison & Evan Wilson; Marguerite, Annabelle & Lillian Berquist; Olivia & Patrick Ericksen and T.R. & Ferin McKinley.
Visitation was held at Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home, 435 N. York St., Elmhurst, on Saturday, March 8, 2025 followed by Masonic Funeral Services under the auspices of Elmhurst Lodge # 941 A.F. & A.M.
Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 2211 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago, IL 60635.
