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2017
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EDWARD CUNNIFFE Obituary
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Favorite Sis! Labrecque
February 14, 2018
Miss you! Can't believe its been a year
Terri Elkowitz
March 27, 2017
Ed was wonderful to work with, and we all miss him. I worked with him in a number of our New York offices. He was so incredibly helpful and always pleasant. We all miss him.
With sincere condolences,
Terri
Maureen Hogan
March 17, 2017
Dear Cunniffe family -I'm sorry for your loss. We spend so much of our day's at work, it is important that we work with nice people who make our days brighter. Ed was always kind face in the hallway. He was always willing to help and work through any issue. When my husband and I were looking to buy a home, I appreciated him taking the time to tell me about how much he liked living in Melrose. Ed will be missed. His loss makes me appreciate how short life is and how much we should cherish the time we have. I'm sorry for your loss.
Mary
March 11, 2017
I didn't know Ed but I know Ellen and my heart pours out to her. Ellen and family my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God help you through these times,
Mary
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March 6, 2017
Dearest Ellen and family my sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Ellen Cunniffe
March 4, 2017
A beautiful tribute to my beloved husband Ed, was demonstrated over the past week through the endless outpouring of flowers, food and condolences, sentiments of admiration and respect for the wonderful and gifted man that Ed was. Family from all over the country came to show their respects in Ed's honor: Ed's brother Larry from San Francisco CA, Ed's brother Charles from Aspen CO, Ed's niece Leah from Portland Oregon, Ed's niece Jill from Nashville TN, Ed's nephew Andrew from Houston TX, my brother Tom and his wife Patty from Culpeper VA, my sister Chris and her husband Dave from Laconia NH, my cousin Bob from Dallas TX, my cousin Larry from Short Hills NJ, my cousin Artie, and many cousins and aunts from the Cape, ME and all of MA and New England....and my brother Michael and his wife, Barbara, and her whole family and parents came from all over MA and NJ. The countless friends from Westford, Bedford NH and of course family friends the Feeleys and the McCarthys whom we have vacationed with in Sunapee and the Cape for decades, the Browns with camping and so many other adventures; Sue Collins, Sue Bourque and my game, cards, hang-out friends were all there in person and in spirit. Ed's work VHB has been incredibly supportive and generous and thank you to everyone there for food, flowers and most importantly your sincere words of admiration for Ed. Scott, Charley and Tom, Ed's lifelong friends and tennis buddies are as devastated as we all are; Ed would want you to continue Saturday tennis and play to win! Ed's mother-in-law, Gladys was Ed's biggest fan (aside from me...)always praising and admiring his family devotion, love and hard work around the house and on our cars. Our children Jackii, Chris and Becca have stepped up to the plate through their emotional roller-coaster. Last and NOT least, Ed's sisters Charlene, Eileen, Maureen and Francine and brother John, as well as Charles and Larry, have lost their best friend. They have pulled me through this difficult time. Francine and John created the beautiful, colorful program celebrating Ed's life. If you would like a copy, please let me know. To say thanks to everyone doesn't quite suffice. I feel blessed and thank you to all. Ed will be sorely missed.
Rick Glynn
March 4, 2017
With a heavy heart I just heard the news of Ed passing. A great guy who will be missed by all
Sonny, Jean, Jessie and Alec Atienza
March 3, 2017
Dear Ellen and Family,
So sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ed was a wonderful Father and always great with the boys. I know Alec has many fond memories of days and nights on Upham Street.
With our deepest sympathy, the Atienza Family.
Trish and Dan Tiernan
March 2, 2017
To the Cunniffe family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. With deepest sympathies.
Christine DeSieno
March 2, 2017
Dearest Ellen my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. RIP Edward love forever Chrissy ❤❤
Maureen Cahill Magane
March 2, 2017
There are no words at this time, except that we miss him here already at VHB. He was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers to all of you at this most difficult time.
Joyce Josephson
March 2, 2017
Ellen, I remember meeting Ed with you at the square dance awhile back. He was friendly and Bill and I felt comfortable with him.
Mostly, though I remember him from your 60th birthday party. He was warm, friendly and funny (in a good way!). It was evident to all of us that he truly cherished you. I remember the poem he wrote and read about you and your love of games. I was impressed!
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of Ed, a true gem of man.
with love,
Joyce J.
ellie tedeschi
March 2, 2017
I've been friends with Ellen and Ed since 1995 and I remember Ed always being so funny and such a happy go lucky man. He helped me one year to put in a new toilet for my then husband Scott. We spent all day at Home Depot picking one out and installing it together. Now, my future husband Rob and I would go camping with Ellen and Ed and Patty Brown this past summer . It was a torental downpour of rain, but we had fun no matter the situation.
He loved Ellen and his kids alot. He will be missed by many.
Linda Giglio
March 1, 2017
Ellen, Chris, Jackii and Becca,
Bob and I are so sad to hear of Ed's passing. He was always a great joy to speak with and always had a smile on his face. Our deepest condolences,
Linda and Bob Giglio
Lori & Dave Emerson
March 1, 2017
To the Cunniffe Family,
We are very sorry to hear of Eddies passing. Our family extends their deepest sympathy to all of you during this most difficult time.
Lori & Dave Emerson (& The Clark Family~Westford).
Michael Reade
March 1, 2017
While I have not seen Ed in a number of years, I have wonderful memories of him as a kind, warm, friendly human being who loved and cherished his family and friends and enjoyed life to the fullest. He is gone far too soon and I will miss him.
A great memory of working with Ed on our "Green Team" efforts. So happy to have worked with him.
Kari Hewitt
March 1, 2017
Ed was one of the nicest people that I worked with at VHB. He was always happy to help anyone with anything they needed. We will miss him dearly around here. Love and condolences to his friends and family.
Gladys Bachelder
March 1, 2017
I can only express my sadness to you and your family. May the love of God see you through.
Michele & John Rugo
March 1, 2017
So many good memories of time spent with the Cunniffe family on Patten Road. May it somehow help ease your pain to know how many care and are thinking about you, Ed and family.
Diane Ramsey
February 28, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find peace in knowing he touched so many lives in a very positive way. What an honor to have worked with him.
Lisa Cummings
February 27, 2017
Ellen, Chris and Family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to have worked with Ed, I will miss chatting with him and seeing him around the office. He truly was one of a kind, a gentle sole.
May he rest in peace.
Lisa Cummings
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
And rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.
VHB lunch June 2015
Julie O'Connor
February 27, 2017
To Chris and the Cunniffe Family,
My heart goes out to you all at this difficult time. Ed was just one of the nicest guys you could ever meet. His willingness to always help me out with no matter what...made me a lucky person to have him as a coworker. He will be greatly missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Julie O'Connor (VHB)
Diane Trovato
February 27, 2017
Ellen and family - With heartfelt sympathies I write this. I will always remember your surprise 60th party he threw and wrote such a lovely poem for you. It was clear how in love he was with you and how missed he will be but he will always be in your hearts!
Craig Grimm
February 27, 2017
The greatest of times in Automotive Shop at Nashoba Tech. Ed was one you could count on to help you out. We chugged thru problems on cars and procedures. Thanks Ed
Tom Latshaw
February 27, 2017
Ellen, Jackii, Christopher & Becca - Patty & I were so saddened by the news about Ed. We still don't believe it. Ed was always so upbeat, cheerful and sharp. We know you will miss him as will we. Take care - we will see you later this week.
Tom
Daphne Miles
February 27, 2017
So very sorry to hear about Ed. He was a super great guy, He will be missed by so many people. Sincerest condolences to you all your family
Nancy Marshall
February 27, 2017
Ellen,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Nancy Marshall
Lisamaria Shaler
February 27, 2017
Dear Ellen and family, - You and Ed were a shining example of enduring love and compassion, living your lives to the fullest. May your wonderful memories serve as a source of comfort. Blessings and peace in this time of sorrow. With love, Lisamarie and Jamie Shaler
February 27, 2017
Dear Ellen and Family:
Deepest sympathy at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Georgia Hall, NIOST, Wellesley College
Wendy Robeson
February 27, 2017
Dear Ellen and Family.
Sincere sympathy to you all. You are in my thoughts.
Wendy Robeson
Bee Magliozzi
February 27, 2017
Ellen and Family,
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special angel to watching over you and protecting you all.
Stay strong in God's Love.
Fondly,
Bee Magliozzi
February 27, 2017
Remembering your great love story today and always.
Susan Donaher
February 27, 2017
Ellen,
Sincere sympathy and all my love to you and your family during this most difficult time. May the love of God and peace be with you.
Paul Hurley
February 27, 2017
Ellen, my thoughts of sorry for your family are deeper than our friendship. Paul
Karen Pilecki
February 26, 2017
To all your family I am thinking of you during this very difficult time. I hope my prayers are of some comfort.
Karen Pilecki
jill taylor
February 26, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Love Jill Taylor. Caitlyn Duhaime.Tifeni Duhaime
Suzanne LaPointe
February 26, 2017
To Young...To Soon...So Sad
Ellen, My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and Ed's family during this very difficult time. Blessings and Pease to Ed. Suzanne--NSWG
John W. Gately, John H. Gately & Fred Sprague
February 26, 2017
The Gately Family and Staff wish to express our sincere sympathy to you. It is our hope that we may be able to make a difficult time more bearable. Please feel free to call on us at anytime as we are always available to you.
Cindy Hemenway
February 26, 2017
Ellen and Eileen: Thinking of you and your family members at this very sad time for you. Sincerest condolences to you all your family members.
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