Edward George Shambo

Edward G. Shambo, 88, of Leesburg, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 27, 2025. Ed was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 19th, 1936. He was raised by his beloved mother Julia, who lost her husband John when Ed was only 9 years old. Ed grew up in Miami, Florida after his mother moved them to South Florida in 1945. Ed learned his work ethic early by earning money delivering newspapers and helping his mother to house missionaries on their way to South America. Ed met his sweetheart at Central Nazarene Church in Miami and married Glenda in August of 1957. Ed and Glenda were married for 68 years, and both lived out their faith by serving in several ministries. Ed's career was highlighted as a State Farm agent in Pembroke Pines, Florida where his agency thrived until he retired in August of 2000. After retirement, Ed and Glenda moved to Leesburg and enjoyed friends, family, and travel. Ed was a car fanatic, loved motorcycles, and always would lend a helping hand. He served at the Men's Center at First Baptist Church of Leesburg. He loved telling people about his love for Jesus and studying God's word.
Ed is survived by his loving wife Glenda, his son's Jim (Terri) and Todd (Kim), grandchildren Tyler, Courtney, Brooke, and Summer, and great grandchildren Hartley and T.J. Both Jim and Todd continue to live Ed's legacy with careers at State Farm.
Ed will always be remembered for his kind spirit, gentle smile, and dedication to his faith. He is finally healed and walking streets of gold.
Celebration of Life ceremony will be held on Saturday, April 5th, at the South Lake Christian Church, where family will receive visitors at 10:00 a.m. and the services will be held at 11:00 a.m. For those who are unable to attend, the services will be live streamed at www.youtube.com/@southlakechristianchurch6626
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Sheridan House Ministries or The Men's Residence-First Baptist Church of Leesburg.
Sheridan House Ministries- www.sheridanhouse.org - Click the give button, then the drop down that indicates Memorials, once you submit the amount, there will be a pop-up and will provide a place to indicate who its for and a note.
The Men's Residence - www.christiancarecenter.org/mensresidence - Click donate now, dropdown indicating Men's residence, then complete the memo indicating "In memory of Ed Shambo".