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Edward Shimko Obituary

Edward Shimko, 83 OCEANSIDE -- Edward Shimko, 83, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2009. He was born in Bellaire, Ohio April 7, 1925 to his parents, Josephine and George Shimko. He was the oldest of two children. The family moved to Shadyside, Ohio where Edward graduated from high school in 1942. He then enlisted in the Marine Corps and served his country during WWII. He was discharged as a Sergeant on July 23, 1946. Edward then met his lovely future wife, Frances A. Norgilar that September and dated until they were married January 26, 1948. Edward was called back into the service when the Korean conflict started in 1950. During this time they lived in La Mesa, Calif. In 1954 Edward M. Shimko was born, their only child. Edward's work took them to the Navy Test Center at Patuxent River, Maryland. He was discharged March 14, 1952. Upon returning to California, they moved to Oceanside and lived there until November 16, 2007 when Frances was called to fill a vacancy for an Angel in Heaven. They are survived by their son, Edward M. Shimko. Edward's ashes were interred with his wife, Frances, at Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery with a private service. "Ma & Pa" ~ You are my heros and I miss you both very much. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times on Jun. 28, 2009.

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Ricky Sillman

February 19, 2022

TO: Edward M. & family -- My family grew up as next door neighbor's to your Grandmother, Josephine, here in Columbus, O (and Ginny and Duchess too ! -- Arf ! Arf !). Although I did not know your father, Virginia would sometimes tell me about him as I was growing up. I met him 2 times when he visited (which as you know was not often at all).

I'm very sorry for your loss and posting so late here. My mother also passed in 2009. Your Grandmother was a terrific, simple, and very smart lady and I remember her well !!

Heather Bynoe

June 28, 2009

Ed & Fritzi were a wonderful couple. I really enjoyed the times they would visit my parents house. We would talk and laugh and have a great time. I will always have fond memories of their visits. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of sorrow. They will be greatly missed.

Dick Devon

June 28, 2009

God Speed Ed. They can always use another good Marine to help guard the streets of Heaven like it says in the Hymn.
Semper Fi. Ann & Dick Devon.

KEITH AND JUDY SMITH

June 28, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

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