Edward Charles Grabarek's Obituary
"Eddie" Edward Charles Grabarek, 75, passed away on April 5, 2024, in Miami Florida. He was born on August 26,1948, in Derby Connecticut. Eddie, a Vietnam War Veteran, proudly & honorably served in the US Army from July 1968 to March 1970.
Eddie was the beloved husband (23 years) of Pauline McNeil Grabarek and the loving father of Connor, Parker, & Amy, and loving step-father to Anthony and Tiffany (deceased). He was also a cherished grandfather to 9 grandchildren. Eddie was the son of Alexander & Genevieve Grabarek.
Eddie attended Milford Academy in Milford Connecticut, and furthered his education at Boston College (BC) and Fairfield University. He had a successful career as VP Publisher at iVillage/Lamaze Publishing until 2001. Subsequently, he transitioned to a career in real estate, working as a Realtor in Chicago, IL from 2003 to 2024 and in Miami, FL from 2022 to 2024. He & his wife also dabbled in the amazing world of Background Acting for NBC's Chicago Justice, PD, Med, and Fire at Cinespace Studios in Chicago 2016-2017.
A man of faith, Eddie found solace in the belief that "God is EVERYWHERE." In lieu of flowers, the family requests gifts or donations to be made to PayPal.me/PaulineAndEddie, please choose 'friends & family' to avoid fees, or you can donate through https://GoFund.me/c5c7ba00.
The Van Orsdel Funeral & Cremation Services in Miami, FL, is assisting the family with the arrangements for his wish of a full body shrouded sea burial off the coast of Miami. He's always said to his wife "We all come from the water of our mothers, it's only fitting we leave in the water of our father God."
For information on when and where his service will be, and you'd like to attend, please contact Pauline directly.
Rest in peace, Eddie. Your legacy lives on through your family and all those who had the privilege of knowing you. Your positive energy and contagious smile will never be forgotten.
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