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Edward DeGuisto Obituary
LAGRANGE - Edward "Christian" DeGuisto, IV, 28, died tragically on Monday, July 3, 2017 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.
He was born on April 20, 1989 at the Lyster Army Hospital at Fort Rucker, AL. A few months later, his family relocated to LaGrange, NY. In 2007, he graduated from Our Lady of Lourdes High School in Poughkeepsie. Later that year, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and became a Helicopter Crew Chief. He served overseas during Operation Enduring Freedom and was honorably discharged from the Marines as Corporal 2012. Edward then enlisted in the Army National Guard and continued his service as an aviation specialist during the Global War on Terrorism. He was honorably discharged from service as Sergeant in 2015. Edward was enrolled at Manhattan College in the Bronx, where he was a member of the school's Valor Club.
He enjoyed many hobbies and interests such as cars, motorcycles, horses, dogs, and firearms. More than anything else, he loved spending time with his family as well as a host of close friends.
He is survived by his mother, Kelley Drain DeGuisto of Highland; his father, Edward C. DeGuisto, III (Meg) of LaGrange; his brother, Sebastian DeGuisto; his grandparents, Carole Drain, Robert Drain, Veronica DeGuisto, & Edward C. DeGuisto, Jr. (Linda); his great-grandmother, Eileen P. Drain; his partner, Michelle Robinson; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many other loving relatives & friends.
Calling hours will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 6 at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 7 at the Church of the Holy Trinity, 775 Main Street, Poughkeepsie. Interment will be at 2 p.m. at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Semper Fi Parents of the Hudson Valley. For directions and online tributes, you can visit www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.
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Joe Haley
May 28, 2019
To the Deguisto family, I am so sorry. Squishy (as we called Eddie at HMH-461) was an outstanding Marine, an entertaining friend to many, and had a work ethic seldom matched. It was my honor to serve alongside him. Rest easy Squishy.
Alicia Rodriguez
July 11, 2017
To the DeGuisto Family: My heart is so heavy hearing this painful news. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult and dark time. Know that so many people are praying for you all and I hope that you will find some solice in remembering how well Christian lived his life. I never met him but in all my interactions with his mom, I felt as if I knew him because of how proud she was of him. Maybthr peace of the Lord continue to shine on you always.
July 7, 2017
Sending my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the God of us all bring you comfort during this difficut time.
July 7, 2017
To the DeGuisto Family during this time of tragic loss. My heart goes out to all of you who are mourning. May you find peace and strength from God during this time. Know there are people praying for you and most especially, for Christian. God's peace be with all of you.
Russ Oubina
July 6, 2017
I didn't know your son but as a Marine he was a brother of mine the Marine Corps family shares in your grief and sorrow Semper Fidelis Edward thank you for your service. "...Ever look on Heaven's scenes,
They will find the streets are guarded
By United States Marines."
July 6, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort console you during these times.
July 6, 2017
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the DeGuisto family during this difficult time. I pray that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring you the same comfort it has brought me. Reflecting on such tender promises gives hope, and that hope can be so consoling at times like these.
fjohn reinke (mc1968)
July 5, 2017
The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any mans death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.
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