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2018
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Edward Dolan Obituary
East Fishkill - Edward F. Dolan, age 60, died on February 23, 2018 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center surrounded by his family. Born in the Bronx on October 9, 1957, he was the son of Marie (Marrero) Dolan and the late Edward Dolan. He married his high school sweetheart Laura (Rabusin) in 1980 in Brewster and ultimately made their home in Hopewell Junction.
Ed graduated with a bachelor's degree in communication arts from NYIT and enjoyed a successful career as a three-time Emmy Award winning audio engineer in radio and television. His current professional endeavor was working as a set dresser with IATSE Local #52 on prime-time television productions throughout New York City and the surrounding areas. Among his many passions were music, restoring vintage motorcycles, and waiting patiently for his beloved Cleveland Browns to have a winning season.
Though Ed had much to be proud of, he considered his greatest accomplishment his three daughters. He treasured every moment with Erin Baker and husband Gregory of Fishkill, NY, Kimberly Moore and husband Patrick of Poughkeepsie, NY, and Courtney Woods and husband Tim of LaGrangeville, NY.
Ed also leaves behind his beautiful grandchildren Timothy and Jake Woods, Royce and Lincoln Baker, and Lillian Moore. Additional survivors include his brothers Rudy and Gregory Ortiz, his sister Mattie Skidmore, his mother-in-law Pam Rabusin, and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday from 4-8pm at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday at 10am at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Church, 1925 Route 82, LaGrangeville, where Ed was a parishioner.
Memorial donations may be made to Dutchess Outreach. Please visit Ed's Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Edward Dolan
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Valerie Towe
February 20, 2024
Sending prayers, love and strength to his family as they remember and carry on.
Shane Verhulst
July 4, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jackie Griffith
June 16, 2019
Ed, I loved you more than my own brother, we did so many things together working in NYC in the early 80's. You driving us home during the terrible snow storm in April of 83' . Calling the Grenada radio station the morning of the invasion and getting through to the on-air Dj, right before the US Marines took the station over, all your idea, and we did it. You and I got our first jobs together in NYC at Matrix Studios . We had so much fun driving back and forth together. You became the serene man that I wish I was. I admired you and the wonderful family you and Laura created. You never asked anything of me but were willing to give anything that I asked. You are a Man among MEN, I moved away and we had lost touch but we talked on the phone in early 2018, You were one of the best audio guys around the city, I never knew that you had gone to Heaven, I just today saw a post on Fathers' Day to you. God Bless and I will always remember you and cherish our times together. Jackie {JW} Griffith
Brenda Rood
September 2, 2018
We are very sorry for your loss. He was so talented. Brenda and John Rood
nix Jacks
September 2, 2018
The fact that the cast stars & producers of Elementary published a memorial for Edward illustrates the high esteem in which he was held. My sincere condolences to all his family and loved ones.
Lynn Sydnor
August 29, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. I saw the sad news on Elementary. May your family grow closer in the days, weeks and years to come.
Gib COLE
August 29, 2018
One of my favorite shows is Sherlock and when I saw that your family member was involved in the production and that he has passed away, I was moved. I know he will be missed. My condolences!
Sharon Cowley
August 28, 2018
Praying for his family and friends. God bless you all & keep you.
Paul Z
August 28, 2018
So sorry for your lost. He was the same age as my wife, I would be lost. I saw the notice on the show Elementary. I am sure he will be missed. I am going to miss the man I never met. The world is better for the work he left behind. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Mattie Skidmore
March 4, 2018
We will miss you terribly little brother!!
Love you
Scott Sperling
March 2, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. I'll never forget visiting the set of The Guiding Light with my wife and parents as Eddie's guest. He was a great guy. I found out the arrangements too late to attend the wake and bring my mom Vilma Sperling. She was quite upset when she heard the sad news.
My condolences,
Scott Sperling
Valerie Towe
February 28, 2018
To Laura and family,I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Eddie from when we were young, as smiling and so nice. My heart goes out to you at this time and I am thinking of you. Love, Your cousin Valerie Towe
Teresa Agresta
February 28, 2018
My heart hurts for the entire Dolan Family. I wish I could make this all go away. Ed, you are so loved by everyone whose lives you have touched. Your fun loving goofy vivaciousness lives on through the all your gorgeous grand babies and your wife and brilliant, beautiful daughters. May you rest in eternal peace and may you continue to watch over everyone (as you always have) and know your legacy will live on always.
Dave Enniw
February 28, 2018
I hadn't seen you in forever Eddie, but I can still remember your soft spoken, caring manner. You were a good man. My thoughts and prayers go to Laura, your daughters and the rest of your family. God Bless.
Carolyn Pollaci-Keane
February 28, 2018
So many good times spent with you and your beautiful family. They will forever be cherished, as the memory of you will be. In my heart always Ed.
Bob Grazioli
February 26, 2018
God bless you Ed, such a Gentle soul. Very much enjoyed, hanging with you. At BHS, you are loved by many, and you gave love. Your in Heaven now, gone way to soon. All your friends and family, will never forget your kindness.
February 26, 2018
God Bless You Eddie and Family
So Sad for All
Ed and some of his friends and Elementary co-workers in Nyack NY
Gilbert Rios
February 26, 2018
Tom and Annmarie Dreyer
February 26, 2018
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Eddie he was truly a wonderful person kind giving funny always made people feel welcome. My heart goes out to his family, this will be a very difficult time and no words can take away the pain. I'm truly am sorry for your loss.
Photo from John Raffaele Working on Elementary along the Hudson River in Nyack NY
Michael Leather
February 26, 2018
Gina D'Alatri
February 26, 2018
My heart hurts for you all at Eddie's loss. He was one of the kindest , sweetest men I know. He will be missed deeply.
Gina
chris keenan
February 26, 2018
our thoughts go out to Ed's family. he was a high school friend. always a fun person and a great guy to talk to.
Annette Puleo
February 26, 2018
Courtney so sorry to hear of your dad s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lucille Varese Mongelli
February 26, 2018
Dear Laura, I am very sad to hear this heartbreaking news My love goes out to you n your family- sorry I am away for the services - know I will be thinking of you n sending lots prayers for strength surrounded by warm (((hugs))) May Ed Rest in Peace until we all meet again - love Lucille
Rip my dear friend Eddie. Deepest condolences to your family. Each day As the World Turns we will feel your Guiding Light shine upon us.
Anthony Valentino
February 25, 2018
Marion Shiprack
February 25, 2018
Will never forget him. Such a loss! My love to all of you. Marion
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