Portland- Edward M. Miraglia, 74, of Machigonne St., passed away on August 19, 2018 at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born in Lawrence, MA , a son of Frank and Jeannette (Fredette) Miraglia. He attended Portland schools and played football at Portland High School, often reminiscing about his glory days at the annual Thanksgiving Day game. Always "pre-gaming" with all his friends at Forest Gardens.
In 1963, he enlisted in the U.S. Marines and was stationed in Hawaii during the Vietnam War, earning the rank of Sergeant. He worked for a time at S.D.Warren in Westbrook and later drove a milk truck doing home deliveries for Oakhurst Dairy. He also drove a truck for Jordan Meats in Portland before later working at J.J. Nissen in Portland where he worked for many years before retiring in 2002.
He loved golf and enjoyed the many tournaments he played in, especially the DKO in Rangeley. He was very proud of his Hole in One he shot at the Twin Falls Golf Club back in 1986. He enjoyed fishing and took many trips over the years with friends throughout Maine. He was happiest when making others laugh, whether it be streaking during the annual family reunions or showing up to the 18th hole in lingerie. He loved Halloween and would take great pride in his elaborate costumes. He also loved Christmas when all of his family & close friends would stop in.
He was pre-deceased by brothers, Joseph and William Miraglia; sister, Frances Butts and a nephew, Michael Butts.
He is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth Osmond of Westbrook; step-daughter, Tena Wildes of New Gloucester; step-son, Larry Wildes of Porter; grandson, Anthony & wife Samantha Osmond of Virginia; great-granddaughter, Braelynne Osmond of Virginia; Brothers, Michael Miraglia of Portland and Thomas Miraglia of Georgia. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to a celebrate Ed’s life from 4-7 pm on Saturday, September 1, 2018 at Jones Rich & Barnes Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St. Portland.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, 11 Hunnewell Dr. Scarborough, ME 04074.
Please visit www.jonesrichandbarnes.com to sign Ed's online guest book.
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