Edward A. Healy

HEALY – Edward A. Healy, 81, passed away on May 11, 2013. He was a chemistry professor and administrator for over 50 years, 15 years at Providence College and 36 years at the University of North Florida where he was a charter faculty member.   He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Norma; children, Karen Palm (David), Linda Healy, Edward Healy (Liz), William Healy (Michele), Mary Healy, and Joan Weiss (Larry); 17 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.   He is predeceased by his first wife of 45 years, Joan and brothers, Thomas and Robert.   A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday May 14th in St. Joseph's Historic Church, 4152 Loretto Rd. Jacksonville, with Rev. Daniel Cody as Celebrant, followed by interment in the church cemetery.   Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com (904) 288-0025.