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Edward Cahill Obituary
Ted was born on September 19th, 1947 and spent his childhood in Glen Cove, NY. His fondest memories include his time spent at Loomis Chaffee Preparatory School where he played soccer, hockey, and lacrosse. He continued his education at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his degree in anthropology. During this time, he played guitar for The Magic Mushrooms, a psychedelic rock group that landed on the Billboard charts-- Ted's claim to fame!
Ted spent most of his career as a consultant for Phoenix Home Life Insurance Company. As a young man, he bought his forever home on Main Street in Shelburne Falls. Ted cherished the memories of raising a family along the Deerfield River with his wife, Alison. Ted's hobbies included sailboat racing, ice hockey, playing Celtic guitar, and hiking. Always outspoken, Ted held strong political opinions and rarely hesitated to share them. With no fear of talking to strangers, he made new friends easily and often. He felt especially close with the friends he met through shared interests of sports and music.
Ted was deeply proud of his family. He is survived by his wife Alison, his three children, Jessica Holloway, Edward Cahill II, and Molly Perrone, and his five grandchildren, Jaden, Logan, Declan, Chloe and Claire.
A celebration of life will be planned when social distancing guidelines allow.
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Sister Jo Ann Poplar
October 21, 2020
Dear Mr. Cahill, I know this is a late tribute. Just saw the Obit. But just want to express condolences to your family and to tell them how much I enjoyed the song the Magic Mushroom had with Let the rain be me. I will hold Mr. Cahill and you, his family in my thoughts. Thanks for the great music sir.
Cindy Schimelpfenig
April 21, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. We had a lot of fun during the youth hockey years. My condolences to the family.
Robert Fradette
April 21, 2020
My condolences to all of the Cahill family.
I enjoyed many years with Ted in the men hockey league. He was very competitive and fun to play against.
We spent many hours together coaching our kids to become hockey players.
God Bless to all of you.
Kelley Goddard
April 17, 2020
So sad to hear this news! Thinking of you all! Your Dad made it to the next place to celebrate St.Patty's Day! I hope he is still playing music! Love you guys!
Victoria Gibson
April 16, 2020
Condolences to Ted, Molly, Jessica & extended family
April 15, 2020
sorry to hear of teds passing a great neighbor in Shelburne falls never new he andI had same birth date Sept19th ED galvin
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