Edward Joe Palmer, 74, of Pitcairn, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025. He was born March 2, 1951 and was the son of the late Daniel and Sally Hazel (Daniels) Palmer. He was an electrician for US Steel and recieved an associate's degree from CCAC-Boyce. He is survived by his son, John "Jay" Palmer; grandson, Connor Price; sister, Fay Davis; nieces, Sally Dannette Taylor Skibinski and Kathryn E. Taylor. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Daniel and Robert Palmer. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
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