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 Ed
Girard, 77, of Largo, died peacefully on Sunday, December 20,
2009, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born in
Smithfield, RI on July 3, 1932, he spent his youth in Amsterdam,
NY, and lived his adult life in the Tampa Bay area. Ed devoted
his last 27 years to serving and helping others who struggled
with alcoholism. His dry wit, unconditional acceptance, and
gentle manner blessed everyone he met. He was preceded in death
by his parents and sisters, Stella Lalemand and Lillian Brooker
and survived by his wife of 58 years, Anne; beloved daughter,
Joan; son-in-law, Joe Baptist; little buddy, Luke; and many
cherished nieces, nephews, and other family members; as well as
countless friends and extended family whose lives he touched
with grace. Ed's family requests donations be made to Suncoast
Hospice or Alcoholics Anonymous in lieu of flowers. Memorial
Service will be Wednesday, December 30th, at 3:00 pm at National
Cremation Society, 4945 East Bay Drive, Clearwater.
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