Condolences

We knew him as a kind, humble , peaceful next door neighbor. So sad for Barb, Zach and the whole family.
Our condolences-
Pete and Kim Cunningham

February 15, 2021
The Donovan Family offers our sincere and heartfelt condolences to Barbara and the family over Ed's passing. Such a good man! Difficult to put in words how much I personally respected him and how much I learned from him during the years we worked together on Senator Donovan's staff. Our family will always be grateful to Ed for having penned the biography on Senator Donovan's legislative career, "Donovan: State Senator: 1966-1990," much of which Ed played an important role, including the siting of SUNY Poly at the Marcy Campus site. Ed was a talented writer and keen political observer and played a significant supporting role in advancing the economic, educational and cultural aspects of the Mohawk Valley during the 16 years he worked with Senator Donovan. If one reads the biography (available at local libraries) you can better appreciate the many aspects of living in the Mohawk Valley that Ed had contributed to. His obituary aptly described him as the Senator's "right-hand man." May your faith and wonderful memories sustain you at this most difficult time.
With deep love and respect,

Barbara: I admired Ed's journalistic skills and his wonderful sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Bert Romanow

Sorry about your loss. Fran and Don Leo.

I knew Ed and he was a very caring individual who helped so many during his career as a journalist and as City Administrator for the City of Utica. As a New York State Senate assistant and right-hand man to the good NYS Senator James H. Donovan. Ed helped so many people, businesses and educational institutions. God bless Ed and we will remember you!

Janice and Samuel L. Russo, Jr. (Utica NY)

Barb, Zach, et al - So sorry to learn of Ed’s passing. We have many fond memories of good times spent together. We’re sure there was quite a gathering in heaven to welcome him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kevin & Colleen Dowd

Barb, please accept my sincere condolences.

Ed helped my dad so much when he was state senator. His book was a great tribute about his work with our dad .

So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. I have many fond memories of him talking sports, going to the Syracuse / Florida State football game,, and working with my father. Ed was a great person and a special friend to our family. RIP Ed. Condolences to the Byrne family.

My deepest condolences to your entire family.