Edward B. Burdolski, age 91, died on December 19, 2016 at Hope Hospice, in Fort Myers, Florida following a brief illness.
He leaves his children, Michael E. and Deborah Burdolski of Cape Coral, FL, Robert J. and Diana Burdolski of Littleton, CO; Sharon A. and James Easterday of Kansas City, KS; Linda S . Murphy of Portis, Ks, Thomas R and Glenda Burdolski of Edwardsville, KS; Dennis L. and Becky Burdolski of Bismark, ND; and Daniel P. and Megan Burdolski of Kansas City, MO; 17 grandchildren, Jennifer, Brian, Shawn, Heidi, Brice, Brian, Kara, Luke, Jen, Lindsey, Allison, Adam, Zachary, Beth, Hope, Emily and Nicholas. 4 great-grandchildren, Leah, Addison, Dillon and Avery; and many nieces and nephews and close friends.
Edward is proceeded in death, by his wife, Lola and granddaughter, Lisa.
Born on May 20, 1925 and raised in Purdy, MO, the son of Joseph and Veronica (Wandzlewicz) Burdolski, he was last surviving of his siblings, Steve, Helen, Clara, Betty, Leo, Frank, Joseph, Leona, Amelia, Anne. In his early years, Ed loved working on the family farm. He had a special gift for growing things, plants to animals, his tender loving touch would always produce a bountiful harvest, especially his tomatoes. Ed was a veteran of World War II, where he earned several medals and served with a tour of duty in Europe as military police. He was also a member of the Drum and Bugle Corp while in the army. Upon returning home, he came back to the farm but moved to Kansas City, KS and was employed by Armour Meat Company for 17 years till its closing. While working in KCKS, Ed met his wife, Lola on a blind date, and after a 9 month courtship they were wed on 11/25/1954. With that union, they had 7 children and raised them on Farrow Ave in Kansas City, KS. Ed retired from Garney Construction Company in 1986, after working as a laborer for 21 years. After retirement, Ed and Lola decided to move back to the country, they made their home in Fairview, MO. They lived in Fairview and enjoyed the community, neighbors and friends. After his beloved wife, Lola, passed away, Ed stayed of the home, and then spent part of his time in Florida with his son, Mike and family. He enjoyed his many adventures of Florida and his time sitting on the porch watching the water, and the wildlife. He enjoyed the warmth most of all. Ed loved his home place in Fairview, where he was entertained by watching his garden, the birds and visiting with Friends and Family. He could spend hours telling all about the road trips, countless stories, gambling adventures or just sitting outside, these were some of the treasured moments of his life. We shall never forget his sense of humor…. “You know why you have to go to bed? … Because the bed won’t come to you!!” Rest in Peace Dear Dad.
Visitation and prayer vigil will be held Tuesday December 27, 2016 from 6pm to 8 pm, at Clark Funeral Home, Granby, Mo. Funeral Services on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at St Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Pulaskifield, Mo. Visitors can offer condolences beginning at 10:00 am to 10:45 am, followed by Funeral Mass at 11:00 am and Interment at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery in Pulaskifield, MO. Luncheon following at Church Hall.
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