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Edward Wagner Obituary
Edward C. Wagner, 52, of Bethlehem, died Sunday, October 19, 2008, in M.S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey. He was the husband of Dawn (DeFulvio) Wagner. They celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary in June. Born in Allentown, he was the son of Gary and Stella Bobo in Tennessee. He was employed by Praxair for many years. Edward was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Bethlehem. He was an avid Eagles fan. Survivors: Wife; parents; daughters, Kelsey, Crystal and Courtney, all at home; stepson, Joseph Dinbokowitz of Whitehall; brother, Scott Bobo of Alburtis. Services: 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Pearson Funeral Home, 1901 Linden St., Bethlehem. Family and friends may call from noon until the time of services Wednesday. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family, c/o the funeral home, PA 18017.
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Brandi O'Donnell
January 26, 2009
Dear Dawn and family,
Recently ran into one of our old neighbors and heard of your loss which was very shocking. When I think of Ed all I remember is a funny, kind, good hearted man. Deepest sympathy goes out to you and your girls.
Brandi,Layla,and Marisa
(St. John st.)
Lori Hefele
November 23, 2008
Dawn & Girls,
You are all so very lucky to have experienced the love of such a wonderful husband & father. As the saying goes "it's better to have loved & lost than never to have loved at all". I know it's not fair - Ed was taken home way too soon! I just hope that the power of his love & the love of the Lord will sustain you. On a lighter note - remember when Ed fell off & broke my chair ?? just one of his hilarious moments - he was such a pleasure to be around! We will all miss him. Love, Lori, Kristina & Brad
LeeAnne Eck
November 12, 2008
Dear Dawn & families,
We are deeply saddened by the loss of your husband, and father. My husband & I are so very sorry that we did not get to visit Ed through his illness. It was very nice to see him at a couple of the basketball games. You could tell how proud he was of his children, and that it meant the world to him to see them play sports. Talking with him, we could see that his faith helped keep him strong for his family and himself. Our heart-felt sympathy goes out to you and your families at this time. May God give you the strength to heal, and may every day be filled with precious memories of your dear loved one. Not a day goes by that we don't forget the loved ones who have moved on ahead of us. Find peace in knowing you'll see him again someday. God bless you all.
Dave & LeeAnne (Lambert) Eck, Dan & Nicole.
October 29, 2008
dear dawn, and girls,
ed was such a wonderful guy, and it's a HUGE loss for everyone to see him go. when i heard the news i almost fainted, i was shocked i thought he was getting better... i thought he was going to come home, recover and be his smiley, happy, loving guy agian. Ed always had a halirous joke up his sleeve, even if you didn't want to laugh you still laugh. Ed was such a greaet man and he loved all his girls & dawn more than words can explain, he would do anything for you girls, and everyone that knows you know's it. you girls were honestly blessed to have a father like the one you had, and still do in your heart. (remember make your dad proud he's watching down on you)
October 27, 2008
Dawn & Family~
We offer our sympathy & prayers upon learning about the death of Ed. Debbie Hartman has forwarded Margie's emails for the extended family so we could keep Ed in our prayers. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Steve & Maki Polefka
Evelyn & Russell Grander
October 27, 2008
Kelsey and Family,
Mr Grander & I just returned from a 3-week vacation and found out about your Dad. We are very sad for you and will keep you and your family in our prayers. Jesus said, "Those who mourn will be blessed". May God help you to be aware of how He is blessing you at this difficult time. I love you very much, Kelsey, and look forward when I can offer you love and comfort.
I know you loved your Dad and know he knew it, too. He was blessed to have you and your dear family as I know you were blessed by having him as your Dad. Love, Mrs Grander
Susan Reiss
October 25, 2008
Dawn,Kelsey,Crystal & Courtney
I am so sorry for you loss. I just found out and it is so hard to believe Eddie has passed away. Eddie was an honest loving person and I have such beautiful and fun memories of our time we spent together.
Reading all these beautiful letters about Eddie brings back so many memories of his smile, laugh, the way he always joked around and made everyone laugh. I remember Eddie as such a fun loving good hearted man. Eddie taught me how to drive tractor trailer and I will always hold those memories of us traveling the United States and Canana living like gypsies.
I am so glad he persued his dream and found such a beautiful lady/mother/friend as yourself and so glad to know he has three beautiful daughters. I always knew in my heart that having a family was what he wanted most in life.
Eddie is now with one of his best freinds, Dave, my brother-in-law, and my sister Carol. They loved him so much and we never stopped talking about him and the fun times we had. I can see the party going on up in heaven!
Knowing Eddie, he is watching over you and his love will always shine down on you.
God Bless and and may the Lord bring you and your family peace and comfort .
Michele Achey
October 23, 2008
Dawn and family, I am so deeply saddened to learn of Ed's passing. It was my privilege to meet him and be his caregiver over these past few months on 5T. We shared many evenings talking about his deep love for you all, who should be voted off American Idol and of course the Eagles! No matter how nauseated he was, I could always entice him to eat a candy bar!!!I I loved him in an instant, and had the pleasure of calling him my friend. Even under the most dire of situations he found a way to smile and inject his own brand of humor! You all are in my heart for forever, as is Ed, In Christ,Michele Achey R.N.
Don Linsky
October 23, 2008
Dawn and Daughters - there is very little we can say that hasn't already been said. Ed was such a very special person - a great husband and dad, and a great friend. We will always remember Ed as the cheerful and fun-loving person he always was. We are among many that will miss him. But we know heaven is a little better place now that Ed has arrived. Our thoughts and prayers will always be with you and your family.
Love, the Linsky Family
TerryAnn Steidinger
October 23, 2008
Dawn, Crystal, Courtney & Kelsey,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. God had a different plan for Ed. He is now walking through the streets of heaven causing the other Saints to laugh till their sides hurt. He was a wonderful person. Full of love, kind, caring, and a wonderful example of Christ. I have no doubt that he is in heaven and watching over all of you with a big bright smile on his face. None of you ever lost your faith. Each time we visiting Holy Cross over the past year I saw the girls there. God is with you. He will carry you when you can not walk alone. Rely on his strength to get you through. I am only across town and willing to help you in any way. Once you are feeling around to it we can get together. I am sorry to all of you. But I know that Ed is no longer in pain, no longer fighting to hold on and certainly sitting at the right hand. We will all meet again.
Cole DiGuiseppi
October 23, 2008
dear dawn and the kids,
Im sooo sorry about ed. when i found out i didnt no what to think. I've known u since i was 2 and i never thought he could die he, was my superman. dawn, kelsey, crystal, and courtney let me know ever if you need help with anything you know where to catch me
love,
cole diguiseppi
KIm Smith
October 23, 2008
Dawn,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. Ed is, by far, the funniest man I have ever met. His sense of humor and great personality will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle Wendling
October 23, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss, I have not seen Eddie in so very long, but he was always my uncle Eddie and my fathers best friend. My favorite memories growing up of are Eddie and my father. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Michelle Wending (Dave and Carol Mazac's daughter)
Sharon Steager
October 22, 2008
Dawn,
I was very sorry to hear about Ed. It seems like yesterday when you met him. I'm sure it's going to be a hard road ahead of you, but you are strong and will be a survivor. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....
Sharon & Duck
wende frey
October 22, 2008
May your emptiness be filled with your wonderful memories.
Wende Frey (friend of Mary Lou Bobo)
Antonia Spano
October 22, 2008
Kelsey, I am so sorry for your dad! Tell me if you need anything. When I heard I was shocked and sad at the same time! Also, Happy Belated Birthday
Denise Torcivia-Deutsch
October 22, 2008
Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal, Courtney and Joey:
I know this is a really hard time for all of you as this past 11 months has been. It has been a long hard road and your Dad / Ed did everything he could not to leave all of you. It could have been easy for him to give up but he never did, not even at the end. He is watching over you now as he will be forever. Katie and Tyler are there to talk to you whenever you want, as they know how you are feeling. Your Dad was a good man, a great Dad and a wonderful husband. Always remember that he loved all of you more than anything else in the world and he showed that everyday. I always will remember how he looked into each of your eyes when he held you or hugged you... he loved you so very much. Be strong "with" each other and remember that everyday he is watching you and is very proud of you. We are all here for you and love you all!
Love, Denise, Tom, Tyler, Zach and Kaitlyn
Bruce and Donna Bobo
October 22, 2008
Dear Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal and Courtney. We are very sadden for the loss of your husband and father. May God bless your family. You have been and always will be in our prayers.
Denise Torcivia
October 22, 2008
Ed:
Well, where to begin, I have known you for over 10 years now... we have watched our children grow and change together. We had so many good times on Overlook...too many to mention. You are one of the truelly genuine people that I have been lucky in my lifetime to have known. You have blessed us all with your laughter, warm smile and with a beautiful family who we are lucky to call our friends. We will be there for them and help filll some of your void although we will never come close to what you gave them while you were here. I am sad you are gone from us but happy that my friend is no longer suffering and you are up in heaven making everyone else we miss laugh and smile. We will always remember you and love you... and miss you every day... Love Denise
Karen Spano
October 22, 2008
Dear Dawn & Girls,
We are so sorry for your lost. Having lost my father as a young woman, my heart goes out to you girls. You are blessed with wonderful memories that will help you through these difficult times....and, of course, you have the love and support of eachother. May God be with you to help you through this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Karen Spano & Family
Amanda Hopkins
October 22, 2008
Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal and Courtney,
I wish you the best of luck in coping with the loss of your husband/father. I cant imagine what it is like to lose someone so close to your hearts.
I've had some good memories of Ed myself throughout the years. Your family was neighbors of my nan, and I spent several summers at your house, sipping iced tea and talking with the "grown ups." Although, I was never sure if Ed fit into that category. He always was a kid at heart. Ed rarely was serious. He always had a good joke up his sleeve, whether it be an actual verbal joke or physical joke like slipping on a pair of fake rotted teeth. He loved to joke and make others laugh at his expense. I also know, above all things he loved, his family was top of the heap. Ed loved you Dawn, so much, and it could been seen. And girls, your dad loved you so much.
One thing I will miss about Ed was when Halloween time came, Ed was there walking around the neighborhood scaring us half to death.
In your times of mourning, just remember the kind of person Ed was. He wouldnt want you to cry for very long, think about the good memories and laugh along with him in heaven. :-)
Jeff Seier
October 21, 2008
Ed I will miss all the laughs we had and miles we traveled together. You made the best of any situation and were able to make anyone laugh no matter what.
Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal and Courtney your loss is a tremendous loss to us all. Ed will be missed by anyone that ever met him. My prayers are with you.
marissa schnalzer
October 21, 2008
Kelsey Crystal Courntey Dawn i love you all
ive known you all for many years kelsey u were my first best friend in the whole world. i wish you all the best of luck and you can call me anytime
love,
Marissa<3
kelsey wagner
October 21, 2008
Dear daddy,
I love you so much more then words can explaain. I was your # 1 and i cant explain how hard it is to not wake up to ypu anymore i miss you dearly im watching mommmy she is gunna be okayy dad i love please watch over me all the timeee<33 i love you dad
Bekki Baumann
October 21, 2008
Dawn and Family,
Dawn,Cheri and I both called each other today in complete disbelief.I am so sorry to hear about Ed.We too have wonderful memories of Ed's sense of humor.Please know we are praying for you and your family.
Our Deepest Sympathies,
Bekki & Chris Baumann--Cheri Bretz
Daniel Gilbert
October 21, 2008
I still dont know what to say. I was shocked and deeply sadnd when durning the second service Pastor David anounced that ed had gone to be with the lord. And i just know that ed is missed by everyone at holy cross and that we all cant beleave that he has gone to be with the lord so soon. I miss him deeply. I have a feeling like i have never had before that for sure he is in heaven and is smiling down on us all espeasialy his family, with love, kindness, and most of all a fantastic sence of humor. I offer my deapest condulenses. The death of ed has left me speechless and i just dont have any word of comfort just that he His with out a shred of dout with god right now.
Kelly Campetti
October 21, 2008
Dear Dawn,Kelsey,Crystal and Courtney,
One of my favorite memories Cole and I still
talk about to this day is the one year a week
before Halloween about 7 years ago Ed came
and rang our doorbell and hid behind a bush.
Cole and I answered the door and no one was
there,we walked outside the front door and all
of a sudden Ed jumped out behind a bush with
a scary mask and scared me and Cole. Not only
did Cole and I jump and scream, but Cole
actually peed in his pants...Ed laughed so hard
that he made Cole do that...where do I start
to even explain how many great and funny
memories my son and I have of Ed...they say
not to question god and why such good people
are taken away from us...god has a plan and
he believed he needed Ed with him to make the
other Angels laugh. I love you all Dawn and
the girls and remember you will always be part
of our family.... we miss you Ed
Love Kelly and Cole
deb seese
October 21, 2008
To Ed and his family, God bless you. Ed was such a wonderful man and you were such a great family. We have been thinking of him often at 5t muhlenberg. He had such courage and such a great humor. We prayed for him that the transplant would work. But it didnt happen and god called him. You, his family are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Deb Seese and the rest of the staff of 5t
Crystal wagner
October 21, 2008
dear daddy,
i miss you so much and i love you. you were the best dad thanks so much for everything you've done for me. even though you may not be here in perosn your still here somehow, my heart wont let you go.. and i want you to know i miss you, your laugh, your smile, and everything. i can say our memories were the greatest, and i wish we could have had more, but god has a plan for.. a pretty good one. i love you so much!
love your #2,
crystal wagner
Carole Johnson-Franceski
October 21, 2008
Dear Dawn & girls,
My deep sympathy to all of you on the loss of husband and father.
Ed was a great guy with a good sense of humor.
I am sorry that I cannot be with you tomorrow for the service but I will continue to hold you in my
prayers in the coming days and weeks.
Rev. Carole Johnson-Franceski
Wendy Miller-Schrimpe
October 21, 2008
Dawn,Kelsey,Crystal, Courtney,Joey and family,
I have just learned of the passing of Ed. Although no words of mine can ease your loss, I wanted to express to you my heartfelt sympathy. I feel lucky to have had the pleasure of meeting Ed . We enjoyed "teasing" him when he came to the office. He always made us laugh.He was a great sport. He could also dish it out!!! His love for you Dawn, and his girls and Joey was so unmistakable. In time hopefully you can find comfort in the adventures you had and the memories you made.
with love,
Wendy Miller Schrimpe
Denice and John Romanyzyn
October 21, 2008
It was a priviledge to have known Eddie. He was the most loving husband, father, and brother.. When you close your eyes and think of Eddie there will always be a big smile, these memories will have the greatest healing power. Our thoughts are with all of you in your time of grief.
Love, Denice and John Romanyzyn
Loretta Betz
October 21, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family> I knew him since he was a young lad. He spent a great deal of time at our house with my boys. He will be missed. Loretta and Harold Betz
Amy Zieger
October 21, 2008
Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal, Courtney, and family,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Ed did so much for everyone, he was always there to lend a hand, and he never asked for anything in return. I will remember Ed's sense of humor, his love of Halloween; he looked forward to it every year just to see how many kids in the neighborhood he could scare, he loved the Eagles. I remember how he would smile when he would hold our son Nicholas. Most of all, I remember how much he loved you, Dawn, and his girls, Kelsey, Crystal, and Courtney. You have lost a wonderful husband and father. Take comfort in knowing that you have family and friends to help you all through this difficult time. If there is anything that Chris or I can do please do not hesitate to call us. There is not a day that goes by that we do not think about Ed or the family. We too will miss him dearly.
All our love,
Amy, Chris, Abigail, and Nicholas
The Romans
October 21, 2008
Dear Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal and Courtney,
Your were blessed to have had such a wonderful man in your lives. Ed, was funny, honest and a great neighbor. I have fond memories living back on Overlook. We sure did have fun sitting outside with Pat, Bruce, Denise, Robin and Stella and any other neighbor that would show up. Ed loved having all the kids running around, well I never heard him complain.
Girls, your father loved you very much and he will forever be with you and guide you. Dawn, he loved you, he really did and you were blessed to have him. May God bless you all.
Nydia, Jr Rebecca and Ashley
Gloria Bobo
October 21, 2008
Dear Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal and Courtney;
My deepest condolences.
Eddie always held a special spot in my heart from the day I first met the young sailor with a zest for life. He always reminded me of a big bear with the softest of hearts.
I will truly miss him but the love I felt for him will never die.
I hope that the love he felt for all of you in some way help ease the pain you are all feeling.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Candace Schmidt
October 21, 2008
Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal and Courtney,
We are so sorry for your loss. Everyone who was lucky enough to meet and get to know Ed absolutely loved him. I think every kid in our neighborhood has a great Ed story, I know my kids do. Here are a few things I will always remember about Ed. He loved to scare everyone on Halloween, he loved the Eagles, He had a great smile and a great laugh, he always made you feel welcome in his home and would do anything for anyone and he loved his wife and his kids more than anything. Please always remember that. You and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers always. If you need anything please let us know.
All our Love,
Candi, George, Joe Justin and Victoria
Judy Seier
October 21, 2008
Dearest Dawn and kids,
I am so sorry that you have lost a wonderful husband and father. Ed was a great man and a dear friend to me for many years and after the initial shock of hearing that he was sick and also him passing, I am reaching back in my mind to all of the good memories we all shared as friends. Ed was full of life, a kind, gentle soul and so fun to be around. Dawn, May God bless you and your children and your wonderful memories of Ed sustain you.
Elizabeth Souders
October 21, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I am so sorry for your lose, he was always smiling!
The Souders family
Gary&Sella Bobo
October 21, 2008
Miiss you SON LOVE DAD
Michelle Childs-Healy
October 21, 2008
Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal, Courtney,
It is so hard to grasp that a man so full of life, so happy, so jovial, and so strong could be gone. Ed fought so very hard with everything he had to be here longer with his family. He was such an awesome, kind, generous, and funny man, and he will be sorely missed by so many. He has touched so many lives, and they are all better for having known him. You have all been through this battle together this past year, and I pray God gives you comfort and strength to get through this period of grief. Always remember his bigger than life spirit, and I hope those memories will live on and sustain you. My heart aches for all of you! Please know how much you are loved by all of your friends. May God wrap his arms around all of you and bring you some peace. Heaven can now "get the party started" because Ed has arrived!! With our very deepest sympathy and all of our love, Michelle, Ashley and Alexis, and Rosemary
Dick & Eileen GRAESSEL
October 21, 2008
Dear Dawn ,Kelsey,Crystal,and Courtney,we are so sorry to hear of Eds passing. We will keep you and your family in our prayers during this difficult time. If we can be of assistance to you and your family,please do not hesitate to let us know. Our phone # 610-867-9041 .Dick and Eileen
Melissa Kulesza
October 21, 2008
Dawn, Kelsey, Crystal, Courtney, Joey,
May the lord bring you peace and know that Ed is rejoicing healthy again in Christ's arms. Ed loved you all and will be with you wherever you go.
With Christian Love,
Melissa
Marijo,Lori & Megan
October 21, 2008
Dawn,Kelsey,Crystal & Courtney,
May you keep all the memories deep in you heart,just know that as life goes by you have your very own Guardian Angel watching over you..You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike, Dani and Brandon Thrapp
October 21, 2008
There aren't words enough to convey how sorry we are for your loss. We pray you find comfort in your many memories. We were blessed to have known Ed. He was truly one of a kind.
Joey Conway
October 21, 2008
Dawn and girls,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Uncle
Eddie will be missed by my whole family. I was lucky to have such a great god father, and Kelsey, Courtney and Crystal were lucky to have such an amazing Father. He was definately one of a kind, and will be missed by all who knew him. If there is any thing you need, I am only a phone call away.
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