He was born on July 15, 1937 in Charleston to the late William DeHay Cumbee, Sr. and Ella Ree Morris Cumbee.
Edward is survived by: a daughter Cynthia Gayle Gardner and a son Christopher Cumbee. Also, his sister Betty Weaver (Ray); Harold G. Cumbee (Harriet); 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
He is predeceased by: a son Eddie Cumbee; 4 sisters and one brother.
Edward went to work at WestVaco at an early age. He retired from WestVaco. He played dixie youth baseball, he was an avid hunter and fisherman; also loved gardening, especially his roses.
Edward will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
A special thanks to his home health team and dear friend and co-worker Jimmy Long.
A Visitation will be held on Tuesday April 23, 2024 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm at Carolina Memorial Funerals & Cremation, 7113 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406. A small Graveside Service will follow at 1:00 pm at Carolina Memorial Gardens.