Edward served in the United States Army as a First Lieutenant during the Korean Conflict from 1951 to 1953. He had a prestigious career with Martin Marietta from 1972 until his retirement in 1989. He is a past president of Skyline Hunting & Fishing Club
Edward was preceded in death by his wife Sue Lowe Buchanan; father Edward Buchanan, Sr. and mother Myrtle Buchanan. Edward is survived by his friend, Ina Roberts