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Edward Drew Obituary

Edward Walter Drew, 91, of Gorham, passed away at the Androscoggin Valley Hospital on Aug. 19, 2023. Ed was born on Nov. 29, 1931, in Berlin, NH, to the late Irving J. and Alverta Drew. He was a graduate of the Gorham High and served in the United States Army. In 1954, Ed married the love of his life, Elizabeth "Betty" Potter. Together, they shared a lifetime of cherished memories before her passing. Ed worked as a skilled carpenter and an esteemed teacher in the Gorham and Berlin Schools, making a lasting impact on countless students' lives.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 1pm at the Gorham Congregational Church, Main Street, Gorham with interment in the Lary Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Tues., August 29 from 5-7pm at the Bryant Funeral Home, 1 Promenade St., Gorham. Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.bryantfuneralhome.net.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Union Leader on Aug. 23, 2023.

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David French

September 30, 2023

Ed Drew was a giant of a man! I will always remember him for his honesty, sincerity and sense of humor. He was both my friend and one who helped shape my career professionally. My heart felt prayers to you always Love David and Barbara French and family

Robert D Machain

August 23, 2023

Mr Drew, Thank you for your service RDM Windham NH

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