Still thinking of you Hep and your amazing contagious happy personality. 

I'm so sorry to hear your dad passed. I would have called you Nancy. Your dad was the best. Always smiling. Remember our sleepovers and my trip down to visit you and your family. I loved both your parents. I'm sure he will be missed. Love ya Man❤️

Dear Nancy, Juan, June and family, 
We wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your dad was a spunky and happy man. We loved visiting with him at family parties at your home. Your love, sacrifice and care for him these last few years is a model for us all. May God give you peace and rest as he celebrates in heaven with his loved ones that have gone before him. 
Hugs & love, Rick & Betsy

I met Edward only once but he had a infectious laugh and a great smile that always made me smile every time I thought of him. He will be surely missed. 

It was always so much fun when the DeCoste’s got together. Uncle Eddie always had a huge smile and quick laugh. It is so comforting knowing he is with Auntie Mary and all his family. There’s a great party going on up there!! ❤️❤️

Uncle Eddie was such a warm loving man and yes always that infectious smile.  He was a great man.  He will be raising cane with all his siblings and other loved ones , plus he gets to laugh with his son.    With love always 

I am so grateful I had the opportunity to meet Ed when my husband Brian and I came to visit his daughter, Nancy and her husband,  my brother, Juan . His enthusiasm and delightful smile lit up the room.   I did not know him for long but he was one of those people who made you feel as if you'd known him your entire life.  What a blessing that his children , grand-children and great- grandchildren had him in their lives for so many years.  He was a real treasure to all  who know him. 

I cannot think of a time, that Hep wasn't smiling.

When I thought I was old enough, I asked him... What does Hep stand for?, is it a knickname or something ?
 He spun around quickly, started twisting , dancing and replied          
  " IT'S BECAUSE, I'M A - REAL.....HEP - CAT ".

June, Nancy and family my sincerest condolences.  I have the fondest memories of Uncle Eddie and always enjoyed the rare times we had together.  A true free spirit who danced through life like nobody was watching.  His memory will make me smile.

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Edward is survived by his daughters, Nancy (Juan) Vela and June (Billy) Harrison; 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

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Edward James DeCoste

April 1, 1928 – March 18, 2018

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