Remembering Eddie on this day, and all that he contributed during his years  at Cape Cod Tech.  

Today would’ve been Eddie’s 93rd birthday.
I had the good fortune to work alongside Eddie at Cape Tech for four years; I was an interpreter for a student  in the Auto Technology Shop. 
Our friendship continued through the next thirteen years while I taught in the Special Needs Department.  We stayed in touch via  faculty friends, exchanging  holiday cards and  notes until last spring. In the turmoil and uncertainty generated by coronavirus, many of us lost personal and interpersonal contact with friends and people we loved. 
And so, I did not know that Eddie had left us,

A devoted  daily volunteer in Auto Tech, Eddie consistently modeled the values all parents  hope their children will experience when interacting with adults involved in their education. Eddie was kind, respectful, honest and straightforward. He was optimistic,  most importantly, he listened. He was considerate of all; patient,  trustworthy, and always glad to be of service. Eddie believed in the purpose of education, in the acquisition of skills, and he appreciated the benefits inherent in sports and fitness. Energetic, tireless and loyal, Eddie encouraged students in his non-judgmental, fair, and understated manner. Every accomplishment,  be it a small technique or skill that was mastered, or a triumph in scholarship or competition, all were worthy of recognition. 
Moreover, in the two decades of our friendship, never did I ever hear Eddie complain. About anything. He had cause and reason in the challenges he endured. It was all filtered  through an experiential “Greatest Generation”
perspective; and would occasionally be expressed in wise commentary or wry  humor.  Eddie was Irish and there was no quit in him;  he exhibited  some of the traits often attributed to the (fighting) Irish; toughness, determination, humor and fortitude. And so, in sadness, my heart and sympathy go out to Mary and all the family. The memory of his friendship will remain in my heart. 
Jane Macdonald 



Dear Mary and family,
So Sorry to hear about the passing of Eddie. I enjoyed working with him on the basketball court and later on when he worked on the scorers table. He will be missed.
Love and prayers,
Carl F. Zopatti

Ed, Diane and Kenneth, sorry to here about your dads passing.
I remember him doing my high schools games at Mission. I learn  a lot watching him officiate and this helped me when I became an official. My prayers and thoughts are with you and you mother.

Mike Hammond 

I always enjoyed seeing and talking with Mr.  Kirker about his service to our country and sports.  I will miss you.

Sincerely 
Eric Moberg 

Over many years and many games it was always a pleasure  to look forward when your partner was a ED Kirker. Ed was a professional in everything he worked at. Ed may you join all those BB officials who are waiting for you up above. 

Bill & Mary Barry



I remember the first time I shaw Ed officiate.  It was at the Catholic Tourn. at Lawrence Central Catholic.  I was just getting into officiating and I said to myself that is how I want to referee.  I hope in my career that I incorperated Ed's feel and love for the game.  Ed and you too  Ed Jr were always very nice.  I know that the students and faculty at Cape Cod Tech will miss Ed.  I only wish he could have see the finished new school.
Kathleen and I send our heart felt condolences to your family.

Dear Ed and family,my sincerest sympathy  for you loss. Your father was a stand up guy who made a great impression on me while I was a HS coach and a more meaningful impact as a positive example as I moved into basketball officiating. May he rest in piece. Fran Connolly

Ed,keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.Your dad was certainly one of the good ones. He blew the whistle as well as anybody. It’s been many years since Boston State. Take care of yourself. God bless.

I just retired from Cape Cod Tech on June 30th, where I was a custodian for 25 years.
I will always remember Eddie with his smiling face and friendly greetings to me!
He loved the kids in the school, and the after school sports programs were very special to him!
He always marched as an Honor Guard in the Graduation processions!
He was very brave to  have fought in battle, in the Pacific during World War 2!
He will be missed and always remembered!
God bless, and comfort his family at this time!
Sincerely, Paul Frederickson

Mr. Kirker was an outstanding member of the Cape Cod Tech community. I will miss his smile, positive attitude, sense of humor and stories of his family and granddaughters' basketball and academic accomplishments. Mr. Kirker served as a daily example to students, faculty and staff of the importance of service, kindness, friendship and empathy. Eddie would greet us in the Main Office with his cheerful "It's the Sunshine Girls!" His spirit will be remembered by all whose lives he touched.  Sincere condolences to his family.
Betsy McGoldrick

Eddie worked with me in the Autotech dept at CCT, we were good friends, he helped me and I helped him,shared many stories and laughs, vented to each other many times,  there  was nothing that man wouldn't do for you,  looking for something particular he would search the building and sure enough return with whatever you needed, we shared our fears and daily frustration,  he will be missed more than I can say, R.I.P. my friend,  we will meet again. 

Ed was definitely one of the BEST and we shared many laughs and stories when I worked in the library at Cape Tech.  Great memories from a great guy. 
❤️

Eddie Kirker was a wonderful person who bravely served his country. I had the pleasure of seeing Eddie around the halls of Cape Cod Tech as a student, in addition to sharing the press box with him during many athletic events. Eddie always had a smile, a story or a joke to share and could always brighten your day. Condolences to Eddie’s family during this time.

Eddie was a wonderful person we have shared so many great memories with him I personally met him at Cape Cod Tech we bonded immediately I cut his hair on a regular basis and boy did he have some wonderful stories to share.
He was the kind of guy that would do anything for you. He will be missed by all that knew him especially me.
Rest in peace my friend and thank you for being part of my life.
Our condolences to his wife and family.
Bill and Pat Marino

Eddie was recognized for his extraordinary years of work and service to Cape Cod Tech last fall when he was given an award at the annual Advisory Dinner, attended by faculty, staff, students and business members from our community.  His spirit, work ethic, sense of humor and caring for all will always be remembered.  My heartfelt sympathies to Eddies' family.

I had the pleasure of working with Eddie at Cape Cod Tech.  He delivered invoices to me from the Auto Tech dept always with a smile.   It was fun seeing him pack his envelope full of goodies he would find around the building :0)   I will miss him delivering us flags for our desk and handing out Poppy Flowers.   My condolences are sent to his wife Peggy and his children and grandchildren who he spoke of often.   

Eddie Kirker was a wonderful human being and volunteered at my former school (Cape Cod Tech). Always supportive and helpful- kind and caring. Was a fixture at all our ceremonies with the Honor Guard he organized.A member of the Greatest Generation and veteran of World War II. He served his country bravely. Eddie volunteered in many of the school shops for many years. He will be greatly missed and was much loved and respected.

OBITUARY

Edward J. Kirker

November 12, 1927 – July 10, 2020

Doane Beal & Ames

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