Edward A. Call, 68, of Phillips Street passed away peacefully, Friday 3/19/2021, at home. He was born on May 28, 1952, the son of Leslie and Jean (Powers) Call. He attended local schools in Greenfield and was a graduate of Greenfield High School, Class of 1970.

Ed served in the United States Army during Vietnam.

He was co-owner of Call's Corner Store in Greenfield for many years, where he touched the lives of many, both young and old. Ed was a fair and compassionate person, never having a bad word to say about anyone. After selling Call's Corner, Ed held various jobs in the helping profession, until his retirement from the Brattleboro Retreat.

Ed's love of music started at an early age and continued through his adult life. He had one of the greatest and more powerful voices in the area. Some of the most notable bands he was in included The Royals, Road Work, Ambush and his last band, Chickenwire. He also wrote and recorded many original songs. It was always special to hear him sing a song upon request or at a family wedding.

Ed's greatest joy was spending time with his daughter, Sammi and his granddaughter, Nevaeh, whom he loved very much.

Among his survivors, Ed leaves his daughter, Sammi Call and her partner Curtis Weaver, his granddaughter, Nevaeh, all of Turners Falls; two brothers, Gregory Call and his wife Margaret "Peg" of Greenfield and Stephen Call and his wife Michelle of Millers Falls; a sister in law, Karen Call; his former wife, Patti Kain Call; his step sons, Steven and Chris Kain; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and cousins.

Besides his parents, Les and Jean, Ed was predeceased by his son, Aaron Call; and two brothers, Robert Call and his wife Susan, and David Call.

Funeral services and burial will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours.

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

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Nevaeh Call's Scholarship Fund, c/o Greenfield Savings Bank, 282 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA 01376.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kostanski Funeral Home. For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com.

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Published by Recorder on Mar. 24, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Edward Call

6 Entries

Julie E Fogg

March 19, 2023

Hi Eduardo, I miss you and think of you so often. I still see those dimples and hear your laugh. Wherever you are you are still living large in my memory. Love you.

Julie E. Fogg

March 29, 2021

Ed, the countless times you made me laugh and our long, meaningful, conversations will stay forever fresh in my memory. Your mischievous smile, dimples, and sparkling blue eyes would light up a room and I'm so thankful to have known and loved you. If I had one request it would be to hear you once again sing the beautiful and touching song you wrote for your son, and seal it forever in my heart for you. Happy trails until we meet again my wonderful friend.

debbie joslyn fugere

March 29, 2021

grew up around ed awesome guy ! he will be missed by many . prayers to family at this sad time .

Sarah

March 26, 2021

I remember walking to Call's Corner, and not having enough money as a child, because I didn't buy what was on the list, and he would say.... "Sarah are u buying what u are suppose too?" Its OK, this time.....
Years had passed and I gave him $100 , he didn't take it, he said "all I was doing was teaching to get what was on the list because ur mom gave u enough for the list. I chuckled and said u always let me slide. Because I always grabbed chips or candy. I have always loved ed the best! He was very compassionate and full of smiles. RIP ED!!!!!

Rick and Jessica Macdonald

March 25, 2021

Many great memories with Ed, Aaron, Ben, and others between Call's Corner and Phillips Street. Ed was always kind and welcoming and it was clear how much he loved his children.

Our condolences to his family.

Peg Call

March 24, 2021

Eddie was both handsome & beautiful inside and out. He had such a kind and whimsical sprit. Ed was always on the ready to help any underdog that needed help to be lifted up from their troubles. A quiet, talented jokester much loved by many.

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