Edward "Eddie" Lee Short's Obituary
Obituary Of Mr. Edward Lee Short
Mr. Edward Lee Short of Gumboro, DE passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2022, at the Delaware Hospice Center. He was 54 years old.
Eddie was born in Seaford, DE to the late William C. Short and Norma Oliphant Short who survives him.
He was a graduate of Sussex Central High School Class of 1985. Eddie worked in construction and also drove a truck for Mountaire. He enjoyed Hunting deer and rabbit, visiting and checking on his friends. Eddie will be remembered for his friendly and easy-going personality as well as his big heart. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Eddie is survived by his mother Norma Short of Gumboro, DE; one brother, Timothy Short and his wife Kara of Laurel, DE; one nephew Evan Short. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and many many friends.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, DE 19966, where friends may call from 12:00 PM - 1 PM for viewing and visitation. Pastor Chuck Reynolds will officiate. Interment will follow at Line Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in Eddie's memory to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
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