Edward J. "Fast Eddie" Calabrese

Edward J. "Fast Eddie" Calabrese obituary

Edward J. "Fast Eddie" Calabrese

Edward Calabrese Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Leary Funeral Home Ltd. on Sep. 29, 2025.

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Edward J. "Fast Eddie" Calabrese, 77 of Aldan passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025.

Edward was the son of the late Peter and Mary Calabrese and was born in Philadelphia, PA. He graduated from St John Neuman High School and he was a graduate of LaSalle University.

Edward was a long time bartender in Delaware County, he is best known for his time at the Italian American Columbus Club and the Springfield Inn formerly Richettis

Beloved husband of Marlene; Loving Father of Medea, Tara (Angelo) and the late Dino; Cherished Grandfather of Joe and Giada and his cousin Rick Manyak. He is predeceased by his parents, brothers Angelo and Joseph and son Dino. He is also survived by many nephews, nieces and cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing, Wed. October 1, 2025 6PM and Thursday 9AM O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Rd., Springfield, PA 19064. Funeral Mass, Thursday October 2, 202510:30AM, St. Joseph Church, 500 Woodlawn Ave. Collingdale, PA 19023. Int. SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery.

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