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Antoinette Winnie
March 17, 2019
I love and miss my dad... Antoinette Winnie
Carol
April 14, 2009
Ed will be missed and remembered always. I cherish my times with him and will remember his smile, blue eyes, his strong hands, the swagger when he walked, his passion for his music. He had a restless spirit and never "lit" anywhere for long. Ed's sense of humor, wisdom, and love of family was always apparent. His love and appreciation of Vicky was always foremost on his mind and in his heart.
Ed Honey, I know you are looking down with that dazzling smile, getting ready to pick up the guitar and sing that good old Mountain music. (and Paper Mansions.) We'll meet again.
Linda Hurlbut
March 26, 2009
My Uncle Ed lent me guidance for otherwise complicated business decisions. Uncle Ed was a KING, as a musician~~as he played and sang from the heart...My last visit I asked if he recorded a particular song~~Uncle Ed replied , NO! Proudly,Uncle Ed announced that his grandson Chad Smith was musically gifted and most definitely will carry on his musical legacy. Charitable~~let me reflect on his words, in memory of him, help those in need. My last visit with Uncle Ed ..he held my hand tightly in silence..as I kissed his cheek..he pressed his lips to mine firmly..MY KISS GOOD BYE~~~A LOT of LOSS~~~A LOT of LOVE~~~OH, I Shall Always Remember & I Will Attempt to Implement Uncle Ed's Wish with Business in My Future! If God is Willing...........
Ruth Cooper
March 26, 2009
In Memory of My Beloved Brother Ed Winnie
Series of Short Stories: Our family resided in Meshappen, PA.-Grandma Baker held us both on her knee, rocking hard and singing out loud her sweet tunes to us...Grandma Baker loved watching us catch lightning bugs in a jar...Grandma Baker allowed us to play farm with a bucket of soil on the floor behind the kitchen stove...My brother Eddie and I played in the front yard with a marble until he decided to eat the marble..my brother Eddie decided to make a human bank out of himself-he ate a penny-our mom Ruth Winnie (Burns) removed it from his throat...the penny was awarded to Eddie & I for waiting on the front porch for Great Grandpa Vernon to return after cashing his SS check, a long wait as he walked with a cane...Grandpa & Grandma Winnie drove their horse & buggy to town on SS day with Aunt Betty and Uncle Dick Winnie and awarded us with a banana on their way home...My Sailor, My Swabbie, My Brother Eddie and I were inseparable -endless letters exchanged-...I was thrilled upon his service leaves meeting him at the Nick's Rest.in HHDS, NY...My Brother Eddie could talk me into anything~~Eddie dared me to lay onto the hood of his car holding onto the bug catcher as he drove~~when he put on the brakes "Goof" (his nick name for me) flew over the distant fence...I recall My Brother Eddie's first step out on stage~~his dream as a musician came alive (although Eddie was skeptical of his ability)...We laughed as Ed drove without Dr. lic. and hit a road sign fetching water at creek for radiator with Mom's car...Ed raced at Chemung Race Track-never took 1st place but flipped his car at great heights and rolled over high bank-in a honest attempt...Thanks to his daughter Vicky Smith`he survived being pinned beneath his auto twice...Ed was there for me despite icy roads`when my Beloved Husband Robert Cooper Sr. had a broken back, sustained at work... My Brother Ed and I adventured back to our old stomping grounds~~amazed that our house still standing after 60 years~~seemingly untouched~~~WONDERFUL DAY WE SHARED!
My Brother Ed will always be in my heart and my thoughts!
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Aunt Sylvia and Uncle John Sullivan
March 26, 2009
Tonie, Marry Ellen, and Patty,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
God Bless
Papo Hernandez
March 26, 2009
Ed was a part of our family growing up in the 1970's and 80's. Although i moved away and joined the military. I saw Ed over the years. He helped my mother and siblings growing up. For that i am for ever grateful. He always greeted us with a big smile and an extremely strong handshake. He always laughed and joked with us and asked us how we are doing and if we need anything. When times were hard growing up, he would always do what he could to help us out. He will be surely missed. Thanks for the great memories.
Melinda Hernandez-Tallarida
March 25, 2009
Ed was like a dad to me; he sang to me as a little girl.I didn't think he would ever get old....nor did he. He touched my life adn will be missed.
MARY RINKER
March 24, 2009
DAD,I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU.DAD HAD A VERY LARGE FAMILY AND LOTS OF FRIENDS.HE ALWAYS MADE YOU FEEL LIKE YOU WERE THE ONLY ONE IN THE ROOM I HAVE SOME GOOD MEMORIES OF MY DAD.HE WOULD TAKE ME HUNTING WHEN I WAS A KID.TODAY AS A DEPUTY SHERIFF,I SMILE EVERY TIME I,M IN TRAINING,THINKING BACK TO THAT TIME.I ALSO HAVE TWO CHILDREN CHRISTOPHER,23 /RYAN 14,WHO WILL MISS THEIR GRANDDAD.I,M GLAD DAD FOUND GOD AND SUFFERS NO MORE LOVE MARY E. RINKER (HIS NUBBIE)
Brenda (Little) Fagre
March 24, 2009
Vickie & Alton and Chad, Vern & Tina, Pat & Lori,ALSO: Sister's- Ruth & (late Robert)Cooper, Eleanor & Doug Bauman, Elva Little, Rachel & Fran Sowers, BROTHERS: Tom & Peggy Burns, ( late Carl Burns) & Janice, Jim & Barbara Burns, Bill & Pam Burns, Eugene & Gloria Burns My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you in your time of this great loss. I spoke with Uncle Ed about a month ago and he told me he was so much at peace with going to heaven and seeing the LORD. Vickie you are a true angel of GODS, and you will be so rewarded when you get to heaven for all the wonderful caring and giving ways you have shown your dad through all of the years especially through his final days.
Hazel & Danny Burlew
March 24, 2009
Vicky, Alton, Vern, Tina & Chad,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your loss. There are so many other family members, sons, daughters, sisters and brothers who we know and love. All of you played such an important part in Ed's life. We spent so many times together over the years with music, laughter and just supporting each other in happy times and losses. We had a lot of fun parties and get-togethers and also some quiet times when we all just sat and talked. So many of them seemed to include a KFC meal.
Some of the things we remember about Ed was his music and love of dancing.
We had so many times to listen to him sing and play and times when he and Vicky, sang together. Other memories were of him playing for Vicky, Shannon and I to sing, and he, Vicky and I singing. I am so glad that I convinced him to record and forever save some of his music on CDs for family and friends to listen to and cherish.
A chance to polka with Ed was always a highlight to me (Hazel) years ago. In fact we shared a partial polka at Soundworks last year. Neither of us having the energy to finish the whole song, but it brought back fun memories.
We loved watching Ed and Vicky dancing over the years. They had so much fun with it. In the last few days several people have said the same thing to me.
One of Danny's memories will always be Ed's crushing handshake. He always said that man almost broke your hand when he shook it. But you knew he was a friend.
Our time Sunday to remember Ed was a truly remarkable one and a time to again get together with so many of the family who were always there for all the gatherings.
We'll miss him, and will continue to keep all of his family near and far in our prayers.
mary wood
March 24, 2009
i am sorry to here of eds passing my late husband and i knew him him very well back in the 50 &60 when he was playing and singing around town we lost contack of him know thay wii see him up in heaven
Patty Marshall
March 24, 2009
As the youngest daughter I never got alot of time with my dad. He was very social and always on the go. Over the past year I did get to spend some time when he came to my home(alone)to visit his grandsons. We talked on the cell phone from time to time.I was able to tell him I loved him. His answer was that he has always loved me too. Thats all I need to remember my dad.
Deborah Kise
March 24, 2009
Patty,James,an Josh I am so sorry to see the loss of Ed. He was the cowboy an we always smiled when he was around. May god be with you's at this time. Be strong that is what he would of expected of you's. I miss an love you. Call me sometime.
Kimberly Barker
March 23, 2009
Dad,through the years you knew I loved you and I knew you loved me.One line sentences on birthday and Christmas cards said so much more than the actual words.Occassional calls and sporatic visits reminded that thoughts were never far away. The conversations every week for the past year are now a precious gift. These 52 years have flown by- peace forever, your Virginia daughter,KIM
Lori (Loper) & Dale Dapp
March 23, 2009
My deepest sympathies on a true gentleman lost! I will miss his big smile and wave as we would pass on the road. Memories of Ed will live on forever in our hearts.
Lindsey Kjellander
March 23, 2009
I met Ed during Christmas time 2007. He and Vicki generously volunteered to play guitar and sing carols at Bethany Village with the individuals served at Chemung ARC. I was introduced to Ed and Vicki by Elva. What a wonderful, beautiful, kind and caring family! It has been my pleasure to meet them. Keep Rockin Ed! I am sure heaven's choir sounds more beautiful than ever!!
Neil Bolster
March 22, 2009
Vicky and family:
The first time Pat and I met your Dad we were at a jam fest in Elkland...Your Dad came and sat down beside us and we talked for a long time. He instantly made us feel welcome in a room surrounded by strangers. His enthusiastic and fun loving approach to life was immediately contagious!...We know now how he managed to bring a smile to so many people...We will miss him so much when the summer music events come around. Pat always asked him to sing her favorite.."I don't want to cry this early this morning"...she loved his deep voice!
Vicky. take good care of yourself and know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...we will see you around soon!
Much love
Pat & Neil
Rev. Donald Paul
March 22, 2009
Vickie ansd family:
I know this is a very tough loss for you especially after the loss of your daughter and now your father Keep God in your sights and keep striving for the mark don't give up on Christ he is a friend that sticks closer than a brother God be with you and Bless you as you deal with your greif
Julie Upham
March 22, 2009
Vicky & Family
I am very saddened by the loss of your father. A great caring man he was. He was a great listener! Alot of fun to be around. He had a million laughs every where he was; didn't matter if he knew you or not.
Vicky, you did a great job taking care of your father & we all appreciated it (he always appreciated you ALOT). You are a strong person, just like your dad, he did teach you well! He will truly be missed by all of us. Please take care of yourself Vick. Ed darling, I will miss you!
Don & Dolly Combs(Brant)
March 21, 2009
Miss You. Hope to see you someday we'll have a lot of catching up to do.
Anna Keeney (Combs)
March 21, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear of Ed's passing.
When I was young he played a big part of mom's and dad's and my life, as one of my dad's closest friends. The last time I saw him was when my dad was in the hospital with side effects from his cancer treatments. Of course he was his fun loving self and perked up dad's spirit. He will truly be missed.
Dianne Moncur
March 21, 2009
Eddie had been my "rock" for many years and I could always depend on him to lighten my mood. He was a "one-of-a-kind" guy who knew where he was going and how he got there! I always thought he was a living testament to the Frank Sinatra song "I did it my way"...because he certainly did. I will miss you Eddie. Cousin to Cousin we will always be...Special friends from the same family tree. My love to Vicky and her family as always
MANDY MESSINGER
March 21, 2009
TO EDS FAMILY:
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO YOU AND YOURS. MY HUSBAND JIM MESSINGER WORKED AT THE DANDY IN WILAWANA AND GOT TO SEE HIM A MONTH OR SO AGO. JIM PASSED AWAY 2 WEEKS AGO TODAY SO NOW THEY'RE TOGETHER HAVIN' GOOD OLD FUN-ED WAS GREAT FUN AND A GREAT GUY-I HADN'T SEEN HIM IN A LONG TIME-I'M TALKIN FRIENDLY TAVERN DAYS SINCE I'D SEEN HIM BUT HE WAS FUN!!!
Alice Campbell
March 21, 2009
To all Of Eds Family,
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ruth Lewis (Wilson)
March 21, 2009
I am sorry to hear of Ed's passing and my heartfelt sympathy goes out to all his friends and family
Mona Gee & Jack Mathers Sr.
March 21, 2009
To all of Ed's family: Our deepest sympathy to you all. Ed was truly " One of a Kind " He lived his life the way he wanted with a smile on his face. Always friendly to everyone and he dearly loved his family. A great friend will be truly missed by all.
Mert & Judy Voorhees
March 21, 2009
Curly, we will always remember you guiding across the dance floor,and your signature song "They just call me a Playboy". A happy -go-lucky guy you will be missed.
Henry & Linda Bennett
March 21, 2009
We are sorry to hear of Ed's passing Our thoughts and Prayer's are with the family
Impala Little
March 21, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Bill & Grace Craven
March 21, 2009
We are very sorry to hear of Eddy's passing. We are unable to be there as we are on vacation. But our thoughts and Prayers are with you girls and rest of family
Vicky Smith
March 21, 2009
Dad,
You were a "Legendary Critter", the "Cowboy with the gun in his boot". You walked through life doing it your way no matter what the path. Your walk, your talk, your smile, your “wit” (ha-ha), your hand shake, your hugs …. I know that you and Shannon are now together but oh how I do miss you both. I inherited your strength, so I will somehow survive. I love you with all my heart and soul.
Vicky
tommy elston
March 21, 2009
ed we had alot of fun, and laugh's. now you are with geno and georgie wood. god speed buddy give them hell. tommy elston
Randy & Kelly Jelliff
March 21, 2009
Our heartfelt condolences. Ed will be missed.
Brad Westlake
March 21, 2009
Alton, Vicky, Vern, Tina, Chad and family. I have met many others and I know that he loved each and every one of you. I could tell when I visited the summer parties. I am saddened by your loss. I will miss his singing coming through the woods from your house to mine. I will also miss Eds chats when he stopped or his waves when he passed the house. He is free of pain now and visiting with those who have passed before him. Its been rough for you all. Ed would want you to hang onto those memories of him and smile. All my love. Your neighbor.
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