Edward Petko
AGE: 88 •
Edward Petko, 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Ocean Township on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.
Ed was born and raised in Chicago. He graduated from the University of Illinois with a BSEE. He served in the US Army as an instructor/engineer at Fort Monmouth and Camp Evans where he met his bride, Gladys. After their marriage, he earned his JD from George Washington University while working full-time and raising his children. He worked at the US Patent Office before moving to NJ with Electronics Associates Inc., an innovative firm in analog and digital computing, where he rose to be President during his 25 year tenure. He also served as President of the NJ Patent Association and the Long Branch Kiwanis Club.
After his retirement, Ed and his wife enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. His hobbies included construction projects, building furniture, quilting, needlepointing, caning, and gardening.
Ed is survived by and will be greatly missed by his beloved and devoted wife, Gladys; his five daughters, Michele (Kurt) Schottleutner, Patti (Jeff) Weaver, Sharon (Ian) Petko-Bunney, Pam (Kyle) Owen, and Janice Petko; and his 11 grandchildren: Karsen Schottleutner; Leslie, Emily, David, and Aliza Weaver; Hannah and Gareth Petko-Bunney; and Austin, Jordan, Elijah, and Coleman Owen; and dear friends Liz, Bill, Hailey and Bennett Moss. He is predeceased in death by his granddaughter Madison Schottleutner. His patient, loving and determined nature, as well as his humor and passion for life will forever be cherished by his family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made in Ed's memory to the Madison Schottleutner Scholarship Fund, c/o Michele Snyder, Ursuline Academy, 4900 Walnut Hill Lane, Dallas, TX 75229.
Visitation will held at the Fiore Funeral Home, 236 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst, Ocean Township on Sunday, July 16 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Please visit www.fiorefuneral homes.com.
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Larry and I will never forget the New Years egg nog for which Ed was famous. A wonderful man, a wonderful family. Larry passed away March 13, 2019. My love to Gladys. Condolences to all.
Marcia Jacobs
May 5, 2020
I will miss the times Mr. Petko came to visit me at Costco to purchase glasses, and have them adjusted but mostly to tease me. He was articulate, quick witted and kind. Mrs. Petko would leave him in my company while she shopped sometimes so that we could have our " special" time together. My condolences go out to the family. He was loved by many.
Cathy Leacock
July 16, 2017
Gladys,
We are so grateful for the time that we were able to spend with you & Ed over the past several years. We consider it a privilege to know him.
Teresa and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. We cherish our times together. Please know that we are here to support you.
Your friends,
Grant Mitchell
July 14, 2017
Gladys,
You have been such a wonderful person to everyone you've met...and you've met many. I want to offer my sincere sympathy to you and your family. I will try to be as supportive to you as you are to others.
Cindy
July 12, 2017
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