EDWARD A. MASILUNAS, SR. Age 89, of Verona, NJ, formerly of Upper Montclair passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2020, from complications of COVID-19. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joyce (Clark), 4 children, Cyndee (Bob) Rowan of Montclair, NJ, Dena (Todd) Gertz of Roseland, NJ, Lisa (Dave) Sabagh of Cedar Grove, NJ and Edward Jr. (Amy) Masilunas of Mt. Lebanon, PA. 9 grandchildren: Robert, Justin, Emily, Jake, Katheryn, Jason, Jack, Owen and Grace. Brother of the late Nell Masilunas of Montclair, NJ and the late Albert Masilunas of Monroeville, PA. Edward graduated from Turtle Creek High School and joined the ROTC program at the University of Pittsburgh. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant and served proudly in the Korean War. After returning from Korea, he finished his bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1954. Edward lived a purposeful life with a large extended family. He was a member of St. Cassian Church in Upper Montclair, NJ. A long-time member of the Mercier Club. He enjoyed playing bocce every week. He fostered a deep love for all people he knew and always welcomed each one of them into his home and life. He loved talking about his life adventures and passing on his wealth of knowledge. A memorial will be planned at a future date for family and friends to gather and share memories. Arrangements entrusted to JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE CHAPEL), 445 Beatty Rd., Monroeville, 412-856-4747. www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb