Edward E. Cummings Obituary (1943

Edward E. Cummings, age 79, of Pontiac, passed away at 8:15 a.m. on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at Goldwater Care in Pontiac, IL. Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no services at this time. Memorials in Edward's memory may be made to the Livingston County Humane Society. Calvert and Martin Funeral Home in Pontiac is in charge of the arrangements. Edward was born on December 3, 1943, in Chicago, IL, to Jack E. and Ruth G. Cummings. He married Michele J. Morrisroe on October 17, 1976, in Oak Park, IL. She survives. Survivors include his loving wife of 46 years: Michele Cummings of Pontiac, IL; children: Jennifer (Travis) Gaffney of MS, and Nicole (John) Burns of CO; grandchildren: Airelle Moseley, Britt Beasley, Lucille Gaffney, Jonathon Burns, Gwyneth Gaffney, Kilion Burns, and Trinity Gaffney. He is also survived by three great-grandchildren: River, Hazel, Valley. He is preceded in death by his parents, two daughters: Dawn Beasley and Laurie Cummings, two brothers and two sisters. Edward graduated from U-High High School in 1963. He joined the United States Army on March 10, 1964. He proudly served our Country for 2 years, 11 months, and 15 days before he was Honorably Discharged. He was a member of the VA. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. This obituary may be viewed, and a guestbook signed at www.calvertmemorial.com or visit us on Facebook.