Edward McGillvary

Edward McGillvary, age 74, of Celina, died Saturday, March 31, 2012 at his residence.

He was born July 13, 1937 in Mendon, to the late Orville & Dorothy Skinner McGillvary.

Ed and the former Judy Huwer were married on October 6, 1962, and she passed away on August 24, 2002.

Surviving are A Son: Brett ( Stacy ) McGillvary of Celina, 3 Daughters: Deborah McGillvary of Celina, Brenda ( Jeff ) Severns of Mendon and Susie ( Dave ) Staugler of Celina, A Brother: Montie ( Carole ) McGillvary of Mendon, A Sister: Betty McGillvary of Celina, 7 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren.

His Mother & Father-in-law: Vera & Lester Huwer, preceded him in death.

Until 1996, Ed had been Co-Owner of the chain of Empire Family Restaurants, then owned and operated the Empire Restaurant in Celina.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1956-1958, and was a Graduate of
Mendon-Union High School. He was a member of V.F.W. Post #5713 and
Moose Lodge #1473, of Celina and Shanes Masonic Lodge #377, of Rockford.

Ed has donated his body to the Anatomical Gift Program at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine.

Calling Hours will be held at W.H. Dick & Sons - Hellwarth Funeral Home, Celina from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, April 4, followed by Funeral Services at 6:30 P.M. at the Funeral Home. Pastor Randy Christian will officiate.

Memorial Contributions in Ed's memory may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or the V.F.W. Relief Fund.

Condolences may be expressed at: dickandsonshellwarthfh.com

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