Edward James Meleedy, of Whitman, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2026 at home surrounded by family. 

Born in Dorchester on March 10, 1937 he was the first child of Edward and Helen Meleedy. He attended North Quincy High School and was a student athlete, involved in baseball, football and hockey. Later in life he was inducted into North Quincy High School Hall of Fame as a hockey player. Upon graduating in 1954, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving for four years and spending time overseas in Japan. During his service in Japan, he played for the US Armed Services men’s hockey team. Edward was intelligent, and his exceptional test scores earned him the job of USAF Security Services Classified Cryptologist in Washington, DC during the Cold War.

Edward went on to work for Boston Gas Company for 40 years, after retirement he worked at Land Rover for 10 years. He was a member of American Legion, Post 22, Whitman. Edward savored time with his family and friends and was an avid Boston sports fan. He will be remembered most for his sense of humor (always quick with a joke), cheerful spirit, and love for friends and family.

Married for 63 years to the love of his life, Edward and Nancy had a storybook kind of love, full of endless support and care for one another. They raised three beautiful daughters together and filled their days with love and laughter. Edward is predeceased by his wife Nancy, two sisters Eileen Devaney and Janet Gordon, and great-grandson Isaac LaFavre. Edward is survived by his three daughters Catherine Poulos, Mary Meleedy, and Jacqualine Weber; seven grandchildren Kourtney, Cynthia, David, Nicole, Elliott, Jennifer Rose, and Gus; and eight great-grandchildren, Len, Thomas, Calvin, Sydney, Odette, Eloise, Desmond, and Carl. In lieu of flowers any charitable donations can be directed to The Gary Sinise Foundation.