Edward Joseph Markey Jr.

Edward Joseph Markey Jr.

May 07, 1940 - December 12, 2020
Lake Forest California

Edward Joseph Markey Jr.

May 07, 1940 - December 12, 2020
Lake Forest California

Obituary

Ed was born on May 7, 1940 to Ed and Lynn Markey of New York.  He passed away on December 12, 2020 in Lake Forest, California, having moved to California in 1979.

Ed grew up in the Bronx in New York City and attended Fordham Prep (where family and friends called him Ned). He then went to college at Kings Point, the National Merchant Marine Academy, graduating in 1961. He worked on merchant ships for seven years as an engineer, with the added benefit of traveling much of the world.  Ed, who had his Professional Engineering (PE) license, dedicated his career to working primarily for three companies; Ebasco, Fluor and Combustion Engineering.  He was an Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer, with off-site assignments in New Orleans, Virginia, Indonesia, and San Onofre, to name a few.

Ed was loved deeply by his family and friends.  He met his wife Susan (Susie) in 1987 and they enjoyed a long life together.  He was blessed with a daughter Carina Valles, Carina’s mother Monica, son-in-law David, grandsons Drew Valles and Randall Miller, and great grandson Kingston.  They graced his life and brought him so much joy.  His family is devastated by his sudden loss.

He kept in close contact with his New York and California families, Susie’s family, class graduates from Kings Point, his golf group in Southern California, Ebasco friends, local ski group friends, and so many long-term friends.

Ed’s passions were varied, whether skiing, playing his much-loved game of golf, growing beautiful roses in the back yard, or watching his favorite sports teams on television.  He even became an adopted member of Washington State University Cougar sports, wearing his Cougar gear proudly. He was a smart and aggressive investor, which he enjoyed.  He loved a party and enjoyed sharing his good humor with a crowd of ready listeners.

Our only regret is that these last months of COVID limited his interaction with his beloved daughter and family.  Even so, Ed was accepting of these restrictions and wanted only to stay healthy for the day when he was finally able to attend family gatherings and enjoy a beer.  Sadly, it did not happen soon enough.

Ed is survived by his immediate family, plus his sister Pat Spencer, nephews Jimmy (Diane), Chris, and Tommy Spencer (Lori), niece Jaime Spencer (Dan), niece Nancy’s husband David Infantolino, and nine grand-nieces and grand-nephews.  He was pre-deceased by his parents Ed and Lynn Markey, his brother-in-law Tom Spencer, and his niece Nancy Infantolino, all of whom he dearly loved.

Charitable donations can be made to a charity of your choice.  We appreciate that you cared for him over the years and know how important you were in his life.

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20 responses to Edward Joseph Markey Jr.

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  1. Lauren says:

    I will never forget that twinkle in his eye and his big smile when I would walk across the street and bring him cupcakes or cookies. He always made me laugh. We will all miss you Ed!

  2. Aaron says:

    Ed was a great guy. I had not seen him since Ebasco days but he was always just a good guy.

    To the family:

    So sorry for your loss ” but here is some good news! Being away from him is temporary
    Being with him is eternal…

    “Death opens the door from a little dark room into a beautiful place where we will all be together.”
    C.S. Lewis

    So sorry for your loss. You will miss them and be so sad at times. But at the same time remember the hope we have. Everyone one says “sorry for your loss” and then a mix of prayers, mention of God, spirit stuff, etc. But nothing really means much right now and no one is bringing them back. But let’s look at how great our God really is;

    First, you will see them again:

    “Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope.” 1 Thessalonians 4:13

    Second, you will go to them;

    “We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.” 2 Corinthians 5:8

    “Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” 1 Corinthians 15:55

    It couldn’t keep Jesus in the grave and it cant keep
    your loved one there either.

    God bless and let me know if you need anything.

  3. Arlene Corey says:

    Ed was one of my “buddies” – transplanted from NY & finding our new family out in California – so very happy we stayed in touch for over 40 years – will miss him ¢prayers going to him, Susie & the family 

  4. Ed and I worked for Ebasco Services Inc. for many years. I sat next to him in Ebasco’s 2 Rector Street, New York office on the 8th floor in the Instrumentation & Controls Engineering group in 1972. Ed was 11 years older than me but very young looking, young acting, very active and with a great sense of humor. I believe Ed started working at Ebasco in the early- to mid-1960’s after graduating from King’s Point Merchant Marine Academy. Ed transferred to Ebasco’s newly opened west coast office in Newport Beach, in late 1979. Ed and I worked together, played golf together with Ebasco’s golf league, we bowled in the Ebasco bowling league and in the past 15 or so years we always saw each other with our wives and other West coast Ebasco alumni around the holidays. Last time I saw Ed was at our house (last) December 13, 2019 at a small gathering my wife, Debbie, and I arranged with 5 other couples, all Ebasco alumni. We had a great time. Ed was a great guy and will always be remembered fondly by his family, friends and colleagues.

  5. Rich says:

    Ed wore a smile better than any man I know. He shared it with all of us lucky enough to have known him. Keep smiling my friend.

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