Edward Broker

Edward Broker

Edward Broker Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 2, 2014.
Edward William Broker - ST. SIMONS ISLAND - Edward W. Broker passed away at his home July 27. He was born in New Haven, CT on March 2, 1922, the son of Edward August Broker and Margaret Therese Malone Broker. He was predeceased by one brother and four sisters and is survived by his wife of 67 years, Mary Margaret McGoldrick Broker, and his brothers James Miles (Anna) Broker of New Haven and Robert Clifford (Carol) Broker of Hingham, MA. He is also survived by his children Jean B. (George C.) Wommack, of Blythe Island, GA; Mary M. Meg (Thomas B.) Haisten, of St. Simons Is., GA; William K. Broker, Savannah; Dr. Robert E. (Amy) Broker, Greenville, SC; M. Lisa (T. Martin) Smith, St. Simons Is., GA; and Patrick P. Broker of Atlanta, as well as twelve grandchildren, two of whom, Aidan A. & Sheridan C. Broker, live in Savannah, and thirteen great grandchildren Following graduation from Hillhouse High School in New Haven, Mr. Broker served in the IXth Army,102nd Infantry (the Ozark) Division during World War II. Serving in the European Theatre as a 1st Lieutenant, he was among the soldiers who uncovered Nazi war crimes at Gardelegen and witnessed the horrors of Nazi concentration camps. During the War he was stationed at Camp Wheeler outside Macon where he met Mary Margaret Peg McGoldrick and they were married in 1947 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Macon. He worked for Marbut Company, a wholesale plumbing, heating & air conditioning firm, and, upon the purchase of the company by Hughes Supply, managed its operations in Albany, Brunswick, Savannah & Valdosta. He was a member of the Brunswick Jaycees, the Board of Directors of Youth (f/k/a Boys) Estate, the Brunswick Kiwanis Club, and the Homebuilders Association. He helped establish St. William Parish on St. Simons, served as a lector and on its Parish Council. He was a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus, Council 4847, and a member of the Holy Name Society. He served on the Board of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School. A Rosary will take place Sunday, August 3, at 5:00 p.m. followed by visitation until 7 p.m. at St. William Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated the following day at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place immediately thereafter. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, 1121 Union St., Brunswick, GA 31520-0315 or charity of the donor's choice www.edomillerandsons.com Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home Savannah Morning News August 2, 2014 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries.

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January 3, 2015

Paula Oder posted to the memorial.

January 3, 2015

Dr. Kenneth & Paula Oder posted to the memorial.

November 23, 2014

Cyndie Haisten Rouis posted to the memorial.

Paula Oder

January 3, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Broker family.

Dr. Kenneth & Paula Oder

January 3, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers remain with the entire Broker family.
We had the pleasure of meeting most of the family at Bobby & Amy's wedding. Our deepest sympathy.

Cyndie Haisten Rouis

November 23, 2014

As you gather on your first Thanksgiving without Mr. Broker, I know he will be missed. True to the Broker family, you will all be thankful for so many things. I am thankful for you all and the many times you all helped me during Thanksgiving! I will continue to lift you all up throughout the holiday season.

Love and gratitude!
Cyndie Haisten Rouis

Ronald Broker

August 25, 2014

So very sorry for your loss.

Georgia (Puddin') Burgess-Erwin

August 20, 2014

Peg, Patrick, Lisa, Michael and family-
So very sorry for your loss. Many prayers and thoughts for all.
Ed Broker was one of the finest men I have ever met-in every way.

Jennifer and Steve Yarborough

August 10, 2014

Mrs. Broker and Family,

Steve and I just learned about Mr. Broker's passing last night. We wanted you and your family to know that you were in our prayers and thoughts. By lighting a candle for Mr. Broker, we hope it gives you the same timeless comfort and support you gave us when you lit candles for our loss so many years ago. I've never forgotten how much that meant to me, at time when not much else did. May you feel all the love and strength from the many lives you both have touched. Much love-

Lynn Delaney Dehlinger

August 5, 2014

I am saddened to learn of Mr. Broker's passing. Growing up, I remember good times at the Broker house, with lots of laughter always. His strong religious beliefs and values have been an example for all. My deepest condolences to the family.

Rafe Semmes

August 4, 2014

Bill and Family,

Anne and I were out of town this weekend and only discovered the notice in the paper late yesterday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It sounds like your dad had the kind of life most people want: a loving family, a rewarding job, a strong faith to live by. God has blessed him, and you all, and he responded by doing his best to make the world a better place. We are all the better for his having touched our lives, in whatever capacity.

Michael Haisten

August 3, 2014

Dear Peg, Meg and Tommy and entire extended Family,
Kate and I are so sorry to hear of Eddie's passing. Our prayers are with you all.
Michael and Kate Haisten

Cyndie Haisten Rouis

August 2, 2014

Part of the legacy Mr. Broker leaves: a wonderful marriage, six wonderful children, grandchildren/great grandchildren who will carry on with the Broker tradition of caring for family, being faithful supporters of the Christian faith and wisely dealing with life. My prayers will continue as you walk through these days ahead. Love you all!!

Betty Jo Johnson-Horne

August 1, 2014

Dear Bill and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that God will help you during this time and bless you with comfort and peace.

August 1, 2014

Dear Jean, Meg and entire Broker family, we are so very sorry for the loss of Mr. Broker here on this earth. We pray for God's peace and comfort to be with each of you. In loving friendship, Howard and Cecie Haisten

Judy and John Haeger

August 1, 2014

Dear Bill, Aiden, Sheridan and the Entire Family:

John and I send our most sincere condolences to you all. I know just how much your father meant to all of you. I had the pleasure of meeting your parents when I worked as Bill's Administrative Secretary for many years before moving to Atlanta when John and I were married. I do not believe I have ever met a family as close to one another as yours.

Take joy in knowing that he has finally come face to face with his Lord and Saviour and is now sitting at his right hand as God said that those who believe in him will.

You will most assuredly see him again.

With much our sympathy and love.

Madge DeMay

August 1, 2014

Dear Peg, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nonie Kearney

July 31, 2014

I worked for Mr. B for many years. We had many political conversations that to this day make me smile. Mr. B's wife, family, and church meant everything to him. My heart broke when I heard that he had gone to be with the Lord. Mr. B will be missed by everyone who knew him. It was an honor to know him and be his friend. May God bless him in Heaven and his family on earth.

Laura Shiver

July 31, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss, Bill! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!

Paul Kauffmann

July 31, 2014

Bill, please accept my condolences on the loss of your father. Patti and my prayers are with you in this time of loss.

July 31, 2014

Marty&Lisa and family,our prays go out too everyone.The loss of a love one is difficult.May God look after everyone during this time of mourning. Bubba,Kim &Elizabeth. (HHI SC )

Alice Dukes

July 30, 2014

Dear Lisa and Marty and family,
My sincere sympathy over the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and I wish you strength during this difficult time.
Alice, Anthony and Randall Dukes (Atlanta,GA)

Kathleen Hunter

July 30, 2014

Dear Aunt Peg and all my cousins and your families. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my Godfather & Uncle Eddie. I will cherish the memories of your visits to the 'cottage' in the summers up here in Connecticut. He was a great man. He will be missed. Hugs to you all.
Kathy Ives Hunter

Marika Daniels

July 30, 2014

Bill, my thoughts are with you and your family during this hard time. I lost my father a year and a half ago so I know what you must be going through. Try to be strong.

Lee Rivers

July 30, 2014

Bill - I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I just lost my mother and my heart goes out to you knowing how much the loss of a parent and friend hurts. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Melinda Barnes

July 30, 2014

Jean and Meg,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I remember so many great times spent at your house. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Melinda Maxwell Barnes

Mary Younce

July 29, 2014

Dear Mrs. Broker and family,
Our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Broker was good to my family especially mother. We thank you. He was a special person. He will be missed. Love, Wiley and Mary Scharhag Younce and family

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