Edmund Joseph Ptashinski Jr.
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Edmund Joseph Ptashinski Jr., 78, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather, peacefully passed away on April 18, 2013, with his family by his side. Ed was born on April 15, 1935 in Newport, Pa. Ed and his wife Barbara became "Rainbirds" 20 years ago making their winter home at Happy Trails Community in Surprise, Ariz. from Nehalem. Ed honorably served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He worked as a commercial electrician before his retirement in 1996. He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Barbara; and his three children, Suzanne (Terry) Comstock, Pamela (Spencer) Gates and Diane (Fred) Seibert; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A celebration of Ed's life was held in Surprise, Ariz.
Please visit Ed's online memorial: www.surprisefuneralcare.com.