Edgar Joseph Gorneau, of Westbrook passed away on June 18, 2022. Ed was born January 30, 1932 in St. David, Maine, the son of Louis and Mary Gorneault. Ed moved to Westbrook over 60 years ago with his first wife Anita of 43 years raising their 4 children. After the passing of his first wife, Ed met his second wife Joan Guarnaccia Gorneau and they were married for over 26 years. Ed and Joan had the opportunity to have a home in Florida for many years which they both loved. They also were able to travel to many different places and one of their favorites was when they traveled to Alaska.
Ed worked for many years as a General Contractor building many homes along the shoreline. He was member of the Westbrook Elks Club and a Parishioner of St. Marks Church in Westbrook, CT, he and his company built the balcony in St. Marks Church which he was very proud of. Ed also enjoyed golfing and taking his daily walks.
Ed is survived by his wife Joan, children Theresa Johnson, Angela Judkins, Raymond Gorneau and Daniel Gorneau (True). Stepchildren Rose Monroe, Mary Shurtleff (Bud), Jack Guarnaccia (Karen), and Mark Guarnaccia (Marilynne), 4 grandchildren, 7 step grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and 6 step great grandchildren. Ed is also survived by his brother Gerard and sisters Jeanine Corriveau and Gisele Chamberland.
Ed was predeceased by his first wife Anita, his grandson Erik Johnson, his son in law Bob Judkins, 1 brother and 5 sisters.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 from 4 pm to 7pm at Swan Funeral Home, 1224 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 10:00 am in St. Mark’s Church, 222 McVeagh Road, Westbrook. Burial will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Westbrook.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association or a charity of your choice.
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