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Edward Gvora, Sr., age 94, of Madison, passed away Thursday, October 6, 2022 at his home. He was born December 26, 1927 in Cleveland. He married Jacqueline Ann Behen in Cleveland on March 20, 1948, and were married 60 years, until her passing in 2008.

A Madison High School Graduate, Edward fought in the WW2 Pacific Theater in the United States Army the 11^th Airborn.  Later he worked as a produce manager at Five Points Eagle and was owner of Jackie and Ed’s Tavern. He was a devout Catholic and Member of Immaculate Conception Church.

He is survived by his children, Ginger (John) Powalie, Jackie (Todd) Szuter, Robin (Jef) Hren, Edward (Lorrie) Gvora, Jr. and Sandy (Phil) Petrie; 12 grandchildren, Matthew, Christopher, Stephanie, Tom, Sean, Edward, Emerson, Devon, Edward III, Michael, Sissy and Heather; and 18 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Jacqueline Gvora; parents; and brothers, Joseph and Peter.

Friends will be received 4-6 pm Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at Behm Family Funeral Home 26 River Street in Madison with a service immediately following at 6 pm. Final Resting place will be at All Soul’s Cemetery. Contributions may be made in Ed’s name to Hospice of the Western Reserve, PO Box 72101, Cleveland, Ohio 44192.

Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com