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Edward Ameika Obituary
Edward grew up in Scranton, Pa. and relocated to Torrington where he graduated from high school in 1948. He graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point N.Y. in 1952. He was recalled to active duty in the United States Navy and served from 1954 to 1956. After his service in the Navy, Edward settled in Groton and worked as a Manager of Engineering at Electric Boat Corporation for 34 years until his retirement in 1991. Edward was an active man who loved to play golf and in the mid-1970s, was in the Pro Am circuit.
Edward is survived by his second wife, Katherine (Peterson) Ameika; his brothers, Richard and PJ Ameika; and his nine children from his first wife, Mary Ann Ameika, who is deceased, Gary, David, Patricia, Ronald, Thomas Ameika, Mary Ellen Regan, Nancy Shelton, Karen Walker, and Christine Gehrman. Edward is also survived by his 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
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Patricia A Ameika
July 30, 2020
I miss my Sunday phone calls with my Father, hearing your voice, sharing good news, and asking for advise. I miss you so much, think of you always, and of course wish you were still here. I will remember you and love you forever.
Your Loving Daughter,
Patricia
August 28, 2019
Kay, I'm so sorry to hear about Ed's passing. It's been many, many years, but I have fond memories of our friendship when we both worked at EB.
Alicia Senior Madsen
Patricia Ameika
August 24, 2019
I will miss our conversations. Rest in Peace
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