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Edward McKenna Obituary
WEST STOCKBRIDGE Edward McKenna, a second homeowner in West Stockbridge for 18 years, passed away at his home in New Jersey on April 28, 2015.Ed traveled the world, but he was always the most relaxed and content at his home in the Berkshires. He loved the area since he first visiteda weekend away for his wife to ease the stress of work. After 15 years of short summer visits, he and his wife, Christine, put down roots in West Stockbridge. He came up year around, finding something special in every season. Summer was his greatest joy with everyday filled with something fabulous to experience, even if it was a lazy day on the deck. Ed is survived by his wife, Christine, as well as his brothers and sisters. FUNERAL NOTICE: Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at Gallaway and Crane Funeral Home, 101 S. Finley Avenue, Basking Ridge, NJ from 2 to 4 pm & 6 to 8 pm. Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 1, 2015, at 11 am, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Seney Drive, Bernardsville, NJ. Internment will be private. For further information please contact the funeral home at 908-766-0250, or to light an online condolence candle please visit our website at: www.gcfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the West Stockbridge Historical Society or to The Sterling and Francis Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts.
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April 30, 2015
Sincere condolences goes out to the McKenna family for your sad loss. May GOD be a source of comfort nd strength as you mourn the passing of Edward.
Joan Finkle
April 29, 2015
Christine, I am so sorry for your loss. I have wondered how you were all these year since St. Mary's. May comfort come to you. Joan Finkle
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