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Edmond Saliba Obituary

WEYMOUTH Edmond T. Saliba, a retired supervisor at Boston Edison, of Weymouth formerly of Mattapan, died at his home on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. He was 73 years of age. Born in Boston, he was raised in Roslindale and was a graduate and football star at Cathedral High School. He had lived in Mattapan for many years before moving to Weymouth 28 years ago. He played semi-professional football as QB for the Chippewas in South Boston and played organized softball in the Pine Banks fastpitch League in Melrose until he was 45 years old. He was active in youth sports coaching CYO baseball and won the New England CYO Baseball Chamionship in 1972. He was awarded the Suffolk Deanery Award the highest award for youth services in Boston. He also coached Legion Baseball in Weymouth. Beloved husband of 53 years to Eleanore M. Honey (Whalen) Saliba. Devoted father of Donna M. Harrison of Roslindale, Edmond A. Saliba married to Margie of Braintree, Dianne M. Kelleher married to Danny of Sandwich, Daniel C. married to Andrea of the North End, Jeffrey W. Saliba of Roslindale and Keri A. Mocanu married to Tommy of Weymouth. Loving brother of Diana Ferris of W.Roxbury, Olga Sawayer of Roslindale, and the late Joseph and Lorraine Saliba. Proud grandfather of Jeff, Eddie, Maggie, Joe, Tommy, Amanda and Kelsey. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the McDonald Funeral Home, SOUTH WEYMOUTH, at 809 Main St. (Rte 18 opp. South Shore Hospital) Saturday at 10:30 AM. Funeral Mass to follow in the Immaculate Conception Church, East Weymouth, at 11:30. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 PM. Memorial donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Assoc. 275 Turnpike St. #201, Canton, MA 02021. Mcdonald-funeralhomes.com

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Oct. 16, 2008.

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Sarah Sbrogna

October 26, 2008

Jeff, Keri, Didi, Ed Jr, Donna, and Danny it's Sarah from Youville Hospital. I am SO sorry to hear of Ed's passing. I'm even more sorry I didn't see this before as I would have made every effort to attend his services. I can't believe he passed so soon but am so relieved it happened at home with his family. You were his rock during this very difficult time and his love and admiration for all of you was palpable. I hope you are finding peace. You will remain in my thoughts.
Love and prayers,
Sarah

Renee Sailba

October 22, 2008

Dear Aunt Honey, Uncle Eddie has left us all with a treasure chest of memories when my son was young and we did something fun or silly I would tell him we were making a memorie.
At your time of great loss I hope these memories will be a comfort to you and your children.
Uncle Eddie never forgot about his west coast Saliba Niece's and we will cherish our memories him.
To our cousin's you have our deepest sympathy.Our dad's are together again watching over us and waiting for us in heaven.
We love you all.

Diane Ripley (Higgins)

October 20, 2008

Dear Honey,Donna,DeeDee,Kerri, Edso, Danny and Jeff
I have so many fond memories of you all growing up in Mattapan and the years after. I hope you all can find some peace when you remember all the happy times you had with your Dad (Big Eddie). This world as we know it lost a wonderful man with a heart of gold. I can't tell you all enough how so sorry I am for your terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family everyday. Love You.

Shelly Calabrese

October 19, 2008

Keri and family,
We were so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you and love you.

Shelly Calabrese and family

Sandy O'Laughlin (Saliba)

October 18, 2008

Uncle Eddie was the first family member I met after my Dad, his brother Joe died. Uncle Eddie gave me a precious gift, knowledge of my Dad's life and that was something missing in my life. Uncle Eddie called when he came to Vegas and would offer himself to any of Joe's girls that wanted to see him including my Mom, Dixie, he said Dad would have been proud of our lives. Eddie was a riot, so fun to be around and watch him play craps (a game he had to explain to me and I live here). Uncle Eddie introduced me to "My Favorite Cousin Donna" when she came to Vegas and we immediately bounded. My Mom spoke highly of Uncle Eddie and Honey and that meant a lot coming from her. I am greatful that Uncle Eddie found us and became part of our lives. I rest in the thought that one day I will see Uncle Eddie again.

Kelsey Mocanu

October 18, 2008

I love you, Pa. Love you, Nana. Love, Kelsey

Tommy Mocanu

October 18, 2008

Dear Pa, I can't wait to fly. Sometimes you are so awesome and you are the best Pa of the world. And you are awesome. 'Cause you were a good fighter and I like how you say good words. Bye, Love You, Tommy

Amanda Mocanu

October 18, 2008

Dear Pa, I love you so much and why would you want to go to heaven without me, because I will miss you so much. The end. Love, Amanda Marie - "Your Mandy"

October 18, 2008

I have moved several times since Mattapan, you guys were the best neighbors we ever had. Eddie was the greatest!!!! My condolences to the whole family. With Sincere Sympathy. Dick Higgins (Waltham)

Joan Mullin

October 18, 2008

Dear Donna and Family I want to express my heartfelt sympathy for all of you. You may not remember me but I went to Laboure with Donna and worked at St Margaret's. Your name just came to me and I found out about your loss. My prayers will be with you during this most difficult time.

Crestina, James, Michael & Ariana Perez de Alderete

October 17, 2008

Danny,
I am very sorry for the great loss of your dad. He was a good man. He is proud of you and the dad you have become. He was lucky to have you, joe and Andrea as family. You are in our prayers. Deepest Sympathy.

joseph saliba

October 17, 2008

Pa,
Thank you for teaching me everything you knew.It was an honor to have you as a grandafther.I will cherish for the time that i have spent on Saturdays and Sundays with you.

JEFF KELLEHER

October 17, 2008

Pa,
Thank you for all the wonderful times from six gun city to our trips to the hall of fame. you were the best grandfather a kid could ever ask for. I will take you everywhere I go and I will always love you.

Tommy Mocanu

October 17, 2008

Dear, Donna,DeeDee,Edso,Danny,Jeff,Keri and Honey I am so sorry for your loss you guys gave your father everything you had through his fight good job. now to PA I want to thank you for being sooo good to our babies We'll miss you PA
love, your son- in- law,
TOMMY

Keri Mocanu (Saliba)

October 17, 2008

Dad,
I am the luckiest girl in the world to have been blessed with you as my father. Tommy, Amanda and Kelsey have lost their Pa and are feeling it deeply. Our lives will never be the same without, but I wouldn't trade our time together for anything. I love you with all my heart and will miss you everyday. Love, your baby, Keri

Anne Antonelli

October 16, 2008

Dear Honey, Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of Eddie. My Frank passed away six years ago. I have pictures of both Eddie and Frank in our family room when they played for the Pleasant Cafe. It seems so long ago. You have a nice family, as I do, and that's what keeps me going. Fondly,

Joyce Mizejewski

October 16, 2008

Honey and family, We will miss Eddie so much. He made our visits to your home so memorable, fun and warm. His laugh and soft voice and jokes were always so great to hear. He was a great cook too! He could make you feel so special. A better man you could not meet. Our prayers and thoughts are with you, Love Bill and Joyce

Caitlyn Hamel

October 16, 2008

DeeDee (and Family) --

Thinking of you and your family every day. My deepest sympathies. As always, I'm here if you need me.

Love always.

Karen T. Harrison

October 16, 2008

Honey & Family;
Please accept my deepest sympathy and my sincere condolences on your devastating loss. Sean, Meghan and I have nothing but fond and happy memories of the times spent with Eddie and all of you.

Bob and Beverly Basile

October 16, 2008

We have many fond memories of Eddie and his wife Honey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

carol and john mccarthy

October 16, 2008

We express our sincerest sympathies and wish so much that we could be there with all of you!!!
Your father was truly an amazing man....and made one heck of a terrific salad!
Thank all of you for being in our lives and allowing us to share knowing Eddie as we did!
Love, prayers and thoughts,
Carol and John McCarthy

Diane (Vitello) Crisileo

October 16, 2008

Jeff and the entire Saliba Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Jeff, I know your Dad must have been a wonderful man to have a son as great as you. You and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and hold tight to your many happy memories with your Dad.

John Plunkett

October 16, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathy for you and your family in this difficult time. I know how much your father meant to you, Ed.

Elizabeth Finn

October 16, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to you Mrs. Saliba and your family. Your husband will be truly missed.

Steve and Liz Finn

Becky Cataldo

October 16, 2008

October 15th marks the day the world has lost one of the greatest people who walked the earth. We had the luxury of being the few people outside your loving family that got to call you Pa. Thank you for allowing us to be that. You were one of a kind and will never be forgotten. We loved you dearly..Becky, Dru, Holly Jack and Kasey xo

Andrea Peracchi

October 16, 2008

Danny
I'm very sorry for the loss of your father. I know that he must have been a wonderful man just by the man the you are and having a awsome grandson like Joe. My prayers are with you and your family.
Andrea & Samantha

Mary-Ellen & Gary, Bob & Jim

October 16, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family.

Terry o'keefe

October 16, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.I have such fond memories back in the mattapan days.Mr saliba took the effort to make you feel welcomed in his home.Memories of suppers and sleepovers.He was a dad that every child would hope to have. Memories last a life time.

Nancy Wilson

October 16, 2008

Andrea,

I am so sorry for the loss of your father-in-law. Please extend my condolences to your husband and Joe. I don't know if you remember me, but my children (Conor and Brendan) went to St. Brigid's with Joe and I still have Joe's First Communion outfit and shoes here at my house in Weymouth!

DeeDee Kelleher

October 16, 2008

Hey Dad,
Thanks for everything and mostly thanks for loving me as much as you did.
I will miss you every day

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