Passed away peacefully Thursday, January 23, 2014. Age 90. Survived by two daughters Nora McNamara and Julie (David) Milos, two granddaughters Colleen and Katie Milos; sister in law Maureen McNamara and several nieces and nephews. Also survived by his good buddy Bob Young. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 43 years Ann (nee Kenealy) McNamara, his parents Ralph and Marie "Dolly" (nee Clohesy) McNamara, his brothers Robert McNamara and Michael "Sunny" McNamara. Edward was a World War II Veteran and a founding member of the Order of Ancient Hibernians. Ed's greatest joy was spending time with his granddaughters and giving them anything they asked for. Funeral services will be held from the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, 2320 Black Road, Thursday, January 30, at 9:30 AM to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 337 Ottawa Street for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Memorials to the Guardian Angel Home, 1550 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL 60435 will be appreciated. Visitation will be held wednesday from 3:00-7:00 PM