Edward B. Crocker

Edward B. Crocker, age 82, of East Tawas, a former resident of St. Mary's, Ohio, died at his home on Friday, April 9, 2010, with his family at his side.
He was born the son of Ernest and Hattie Crocker on July 26, 1927, in Woodstock, Maine. Ed proudly served our country in the United States Army during World War II and the Korean War. He retired after 37 years as a supervisor for the federal government in 1979.
Ed was a member of the American Legion, Masons and the Eagles. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and hunting, but most of all cherished being a husband and father. Ed married Eileen Crocker on June 12, 1948, who survives him, and together they shared nearly 62 years of marriage.
He is also survived by his children, James and his wife, Gloria Crocker of DeTour Village, Sandra and her husband Barry Olpp of Arizona City, Ariz., and Jacquelyn Basner of Sevierville, Tenn.; and his brother, Lawrence Crocker of Florida; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Ed was preceded in death by his parents; and daughters, Lorraine Skiver and Janice Minnich.
Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held at St. Mary's in Ohio. Arrangements were made by Buresh and Kobs Funeral Home in Tawas City. Share your thoughts and memories of Ed, who will be missed very much, at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com.