Edwin Marshall "Ed" Kisner

Edwin Marshall "Ed" Kisner obituary, Baltimore, MD

Edwin Marshall "Ed" Kisner

Edwin Kisner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Connelly Funeral Home of Essex - Baltimore on Jan. 13, 2026.
Edwin "Ed" Kisner, age 80, of Baltimore, Maryland, passed away peacefully late Wednesday, January 7, 2026 with his loving daughter Heather and daughter in law Kaleisha holding his hands, reassuring him of everyone's love.

Ed was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Theodore Kisner and Ruth Kisner.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Patricia "Trish" Kisner.

Ed is survived by his 3 beloved children, Heather Kisner and her partner Jason Willey, Brandon Kisner and his wife Kaleisha, and Brian Kisner and his partner Krista Knauff.

Ed is the cherished grandfather of his 5 grandchildren, Aidan Kisner, Austin Willey, Trevor Knauff, Taylor Kisner, and Brandon Kisner, Jr.

Ed was the beloved brother of the late James "Jimmy" Kisner.

Ed is also survived by many other loving relatives and friends.

Ed or "Big Ed" as some would call him, loved hunting, cars, his plants and especially his dogs.

Ed is loved immensely and will be deeply missed.

A Celebration of Life will be held by the family at a later date.

Details to follow.

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