Edward was born in Philadelphia in 1938 to parents Edward and Dorothy (Hipple). In earlier years, Edward worked in sales for ABC Records and then as a manager and bartender for Penns Pub in Penndel PA. Before retiring, he was a driver for Central Bucks Transit, driving students with special needs. Edward enjoyed a good card game with many of his friends.
Proceeded in death was the love of his life, Thelma (Canivan) McKeown in 2011. He is survived by his two daughters, Kelly Chalifoux (George) of Warminster, PA, and Patricia Olsen (Eric) of Trevose, PA. His two sisters, Elizabeth McKeown of Rhode Island and Susan Adams of Glassboro, NJ. His grandchildren Ryan Chalifoux, Erin Chalifoux, and Olivia Bell as well as nieces and nephews Jeremy Adams, Jennifer (Sussman) Barlow, Matthew Adams, and Spring Sussman.