Edward W. Forman

PALMYRA – Edward W. Forman, 91, passed on June 17, 2022.

A celebration of life for both Ed and Florence will be at 2 p.m. (EST not FST) on Saturday (July 30), at the Newark, N.Y. VFW, 225 E. Union St., Newark, NY 14513. Please bring stories to share.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Port Gibson Fire Department.

Ed was born April 5, 1931, in Irvington, N.Y., to Edward W. and Edna (Zangenberg) Forman. Graduating from Irvingtion H.S., he was voted as the mostly to succeed, quoted for saying "That's easy" and having the most "kissable" lips. Ed earned a bachelor's degree from Pratt Institute and a master's degree from Cal Tech (of which he was deservedly proud), both in Mechanical Engineering, and was a registered professional engineer. While working at Kodak Ed met Florence Koscielny and in May of 1955 they married. Ed served his country in the U.S. Navy active duty in Guam and then in the reserves as Battalion Commander in the Seabees. He retired, after 31 years, from Mobil Chemical as manager of central engineering, with 13 patents to his name. Ed never shied away from challenges. In 1958, Ed and Florence bought a 1790's era homestead in Palmyra. As a jack of all trades, he was self-taught in a range of skills from welding to horse shoeing and devoted considerable time and talent to improving the family's homestead. He provided a great up bringing for his four children by involving them and himself in 4-H. Many may remember his voice, as he was highly sought after for announcing the horse shows held at the Wayne County fairgrounds.

Ed is survived by his children, Kurt of Palmyra, Keith (Elizabeth) of Troy, Ill. and Dr. Kirsten Forman-Bailey (Ken Bailey) of Clifton Springs; grandchildren, Luke Forman, Hope Forman, Eleanor Forman and Josephine Forman; great-granddaughter, Autumn Forman.

Edward was predeceased by his parents Edward and Edna; wife, Florence; and daughter, Karel.

To leave the family an online condolence, please visit www.murphyfuneralservices.com.