MSgt. Edward W. "Eddie" Townsend U.S. Air Force, Retired

1948 - 2011

MSgt. Edward W. "Eddie" Townsend U.S. Air Force, Retired obituary, 1948-2011, Universal City, TX

MSgt. Edward W. "Eddie" Townsend U.S. Air Force, Retired

1948 - 2011

BORN

1948

DIED

2011

Edward Townsend Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 1, 2011.
MSgt. Edward W. Townsend, U.S. Air Force, Retired, age 62 passed away April 1, 2011. He was born August 17, 1948 in Alliance, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his father, Edward W. Townsend, Sr. Survivors include his daughter, Tamara Blakney; mother, Ruth Mary Eckhardt; sisters, Sue Townsend and Jan Townsend; grandsons, Evan William Blakney and Colton Thomas Blakney; former spouse, Patti Scott; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Graveside services and interment will be Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:45 A.M. at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with full military honors. In Lieu of flowers please make any donations to the American Cancer Society, 8115 Datapoint Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229-3227.

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April 11, 2011

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April 11, 2011

Sue Townsend posted to the memorial.

April 11, 2011

Deanna Shofner (Babos) posted to the memorial.

April 11, 2011

Ed, I'm going to miss your smile and your good thoughts for everyone who came in contact with you. May you rest in peace SHIPMATE, till me meet again.

Dennis R. Steward (STU)
USN(ret).

Sue Townsend

April 11, 2011

Taken too soon Eddie but memories live forever and Brother we made some good ones! I miss you. Love your sister Sue

Deanna Shofner (Babos)

April 11, 2011

I worked with Ed for several years in AF Casualty (early 90s). We also lived in the same apartment complex for some of that time. We sometimes talked about Ohio (I'm from Akron). I can still hear the soothing sound of his voice and see him holding his coffee mug. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Denny Fullerton

April 8, 2011

High School friend, Ed was well liked by all and a lot of fun, I am sorry that we lost touch.

Andi Adams

April 8, 2011

I worked with Ed for a couple of years when he worked for Goodwill. I always enjoyed talking with him and learning things about awards and recognitions. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and close friends. I know he will truely be missed.

Tim Pullen

April 7, 2011

God bless you Ed and family. My heart goes out to them at this time of need. Rest in peace my friend.

April 7, 2011

A great man and a great Boss. You will be missed Ed. Rest in Peace. To his Family, my prayers are with you now and always.
Cathy Calhoun-Universal City, TX

Russell Wingert

April 5, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Scott Weatherly

April 5, 2011

Ed, you were a great friend and fellow Buckeye!! You will be missed my friend.

April 4, 2011

Tammy, I'm very sorry for your loss of your father. You are in my prayers.

Karen(Muehlenbein) Rinehart, Alliance,OH

Janice Townsend

April 4, 2011

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Alice Ward

April 4, 2011

Condolences on the loss of your loved one - Alice M. Ward, Walter Ward and the Brian Ward Family (Beloit, OH)

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