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Edward Friedman, 94, the world’s greatest husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather received a promotion to Guardian Angel on January 3, 2017. Ed passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 70 years, Lona Ash Friedman, as well as his daughters – Patty Smeal, Donna Spellman (Tom), Debby Schwartz (Nick), Darla Shewmaker (Lynn), his son – Jim Friedman (Susan) and his sister Marjorie Asmussen. In Ed’s new role of Guardian Angel, his charges also include 12 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Linnemann Family Funeral Homes in Burlington, KY on Monday, January 9th from 9:30 to 11:30 AM. Funeral Mass will be following at 12:10 PM at St. Paul Church in Florence, KY with burial at Veterans Cemetery North (205 Eibeck Ln, Williamstown, KY 41097). Celebration of life reception at Linnemann Funeral Home 3:00 – 5:00 PM. Memorial donations may be made to: Fairhaven Rescue Mission, 260 W Pike Street, KY 41011. Online condolences to www.linnemannfuneralhomes.com.
Linnemann Funeral Homes Burlington
1940 Burlington PikeBURLINGTON, KY 41005
St. Paul Catholic Church
7301 Dixie HwyFlorence, KY 41042
Phone: (859) 371-8051
Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North
Address: 205 Eibeck Lane WILLIAMSTOWN, KY 41097Linnemann Event Center
1940 Burlington PikeBURLINGTON, KY 4105
Thinking of the Friedman Family
All of the Friedman families are in our thoughts and prayers. Especially Susan and Jim and their families & Darla and her family and all those related that I do know. May God comfort all of you at this time as He welcomes his newest angel. I hope that all your fond and happy memories with bring you joy and a smile to your face. God Bless you all!
Sincere sympathy
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family. We wanted to share a scripture that bought us comfort when we our brother and father both died. It’s found at Revelation chapter 21: 3,4 it reads,”With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Please know that others care and we pray that God may grant you strength in the days ahead.
JR
A Man of Love and Character
Uncle Ed was a man who openly displayed great love for his family. He always made you laugh just by his mere chuckle and the twinkle in his eye. His witty, gregarious, affectionate and jolly disposition made time spent with him pure joy. He was an inspiring example of what a son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle should be. There is no doubt, that he will be looking after his family and all whom he loved from Heaven.
– Margaret and Glen Reed
Ed Friedman
What a loving man. We used to play cards every sat.night for years. Ed was my partner in playing cards 500,He would bid 8 hearts,I would think here we go down.But somehow he maid it every time.They had their last daughter,and named her after me,how sweet. He always called me Wanda Jean every time he saw me.We had such good times together our kids went Trick or Treating with their kids,becaused we lived in the country,Houses not close. We will miss him so very much.Loved you so much. Wanda (Works) Ballmer.
Spellman Family
Tom, Crystal and girls so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Lasting Legacy
I did not know Mr. Friedman – Edward – however, I have had the pleasure of working with his daughter Darla in various capacities since 2003. I use one word to describe Darla. That word is gracious. Daily, by the hour and in every situation, Darla demonstrates the calm courtesy and kindness that define grace. Edward and Lona clearly taught her well.
Bless Edward as he accepts his promotion to Guardian Angel. Bless his family as they transition from seeing him daily to feeling his presence in every moment.
Thank you Mr. Friedman for your service and contributions toward earning and maintaining the freedoms we often take for granted.
