Don and Anne Flansburg
February 13, 2017
Ed was a "master" of the English language, and a pleasure to work with at Seneca Vocational High School. His love of the English language and of music, as well as the influence he had on the education of so many, will truly be his legacy. Sympathy to his dear wife and best friend, Joan.
Don and Anne Flansburg
February 13, 2017
Ed was a superb teacher, who had a great command of the English language,and was a pleasure to meet and work with at Seneca Vocational High School. The knowledge and love of the English language he imparted to so many, as well as his impact on education, is truly his legacy!
February 12, 2017
Mr. Peard was a great teacher at Seneca Voc. We learned his "Medium is the Message"... he was brilliant!
Charles - class of '70
Remembrance Committee-Western Zone of NYSRTA
February 11, 2017
On behalf of the members of the Western Zone of the New York State Retired Teachers' Association (NYSRTA) sympathy and prayers are sent to Ed's dear wife and to all his colleagues and friends. Ed was a life member of our organization and we appreciate his support and dedication to education. In his name, a donation will be made to the Robert DeCormier Fund of NYSRTA, which assists retired educators in need. May he rest in peace!
Russ D'Alba
February 10, 2017
On behalf of many fellow WNY professional musicians who had the distinct pleasure of knowing and performing with Ed over many years, please accept our deep felt condolences on his passing.
Cathy Cipolla
February 9, 2017
Joan.... Be assured of my fondest prayers for you as you mourn the loss of your beloved husband, a devoted adorer of the Blessed Sacrament at St. Greg's. I will never forget his steadfast faith and loyalty to Our Lord during his time at the Adoration Chapel. I am eternally inspired and honored to have crossed his path. May he Rest In Peace among the angels and saints....
Leonard Sikora
February 9, 2017
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
February 9, 2017
Mr Peard was a great teacher. Always remember the morning monolgue he did to start class.
Mike Letina
Class of 1975
Paul & Betty Glatzel
February 9, 2017
Our condolences to Joan and family in the loss of Ed. A fine gentleman with a fantastic way with words and a master of the keyboard. I had a common experience with Ed having graduated from Seneca Vocational during his tenure there as well as him being a cousin through marriage.
Our deepest sympathy, Paul & Betty Glatzel
Gerald Grzeskowiak
February 9, 2017
Mr.Peard was a great teacher and great guy.Gerald Grzeskowiak Seneca Voc.HS class of 1966
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