Passed away November 29, 2012 with his wife and children by his side. Born March 12, 1931 and raised in Floral Park, NY, Ed was an Army veteran, Hofstra College graduate, aerospace industry executive, and lover of sailing and playing with his grandchildren. Survived by his wife Margaret of 49 years; children Carol, Christine, Catherine, and John; sisters Mary, Irene, and Elizabeth; grandchildren Louis, Jack, Ryan, Kyle, Ursula, Amelia, Henry, and Liam. Visitation at Demaine Funeral Home, Alexandria, VA, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9; Friday 10-12. Funeral Mass at One pm Friday at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Alexandria, VA. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Christ House, Alexandria, VA or Good Shepherd Housing, Alexandria, VA.