Edmund J. Marquardo, age 88, of Somerville, formerly of East Boston and Medford, passed away peacefully Thursday, June 15th. He was the son of the late Mario and Matilda (Orlandino) Marquardo.
Edmund served in the Marine Corps during the Korean War. For many years, he was employed in the Leather District in Boston, where he prepared leather for small goods. He was an avid Red Sox fan and always loved the chance to watch a game.
Edmund was the devoted father of Constance Brown and her husband Bob, of Florida, and MaryRose Marquardo, of Lawrence. He was the devoted brother of Phillip Marquardo and his wife Donna, Catherine Schepici and her late husband Sonny, and the late Joseph Marquardo. He was the loving grandfather of Robert and Jeffrey Brown. He also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Edmund will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Edmunds name to Muscular Dystrophy Association, 33 Lyman Street, Westborough, MA 01581.