Edward served in the United States Navy. After his time in the service, he worked for and retired from the Shell Oil Company as an accountant. He was a member at Emerald Bay Community Church, was an avid golfer and started his own CPA firm in Tyler where he continued to work until recently.
Edward is survived by his best and loving friend, Jeanie F. Graham of Tyler, and her sons Jimmy Irwin and wife Shay, Jerry Irwin and wife Jane, and their children and grandchildren,
A Graveside service will take place at the Cathedral in The Pines Cemetery on Saturday, January 2, 2020 at 10:00 am with Dr. Darryle Dunks officiating.
If desired memorials may be made to Emerald Bay Community Church.