Eddie was born on February 23, 1950 in North Kingstown, Rhode Island to John and Bennetta Cantu.
He was a proud ironworker and member of Ironworkers Local Union 482 for over 30 years until his retirement in 2009.
Eddie is survived by his wife, Julie Cisneros-Cantu; sons, Danny (Christie) and Andy; grandson, Preston; brothers, Michael Cantu and Gerald Davis Jr. (Shawn); sisters, Jo Ann Cantu and Melissa Tillman (Jeff). He is also survived by many family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Johnny Cantu.
The family asks that donations be made in memory of Edward J. Cantu to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116, or a favorite charity.
Memorial services will be postponed until family and friends can safely gather in-person.