Edward J. Shain Edward Shain was born on December 12, 1932 and passed away peacefully at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center on Monday, June 15, 2015. He leaves behind his wife of 22 years, Gail; his beloved daughter, Deborah (David) Petersen, one sister, Marge Pilon and devoted grandchildren, Ryan (fiance, Carla) Shain, Nicholas Shain, Michelle (Jeremy) Brown, Kelly and Kevin Petersen. Ed also had 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ann and a son Kenneth. He was a very loving husband and father; he was caring and kind to all he met. Ed was active as a skilled carpenter and builder of fine furniture, both before and after his retirement. He worked often with his lifelong friend, Dennis Hatton. He was employed for many years with Joliet Bridge and Construction, eventually moving into the position of superintendent. There was hardly a bridge in all of Will County that Ed hadn't built or repaired. He had every reason to be proud of his accomplishments. As per Ed's wishes, cremation rites have been accorded with the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home in Joliet. A Memorial Mass for Edward Shain will be celebrated at Holy Family Catholic Church in Shorewood on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 10:00 AM. All family and friends are invited to attend. For information call: (815) 744-0022