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1952
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2023
Edward Myers Obituary
Ed grew up in Liberty, NY, and graduated from Clarkson University with a BSME. He had a long career as an engineer with Reynolds Aluminum Company and ExxonMobil. Working at Reynolds took him and Gloria from Massena, NY, to Alabama, Tennessee, Michigan, and finally Richmond, VA, in 1984. He began working for ExxonMobil in 2001 before retiring in May 2018.
Ed was a longtime member of the by Chesterfield Fire & EMS, which he joined in 1987, and later served as district chief of the Bon Air Volunteer Fire Department. His impact on the CFEMS is felt through the firefighters and EMS he worked with throughout the years, always encouraging those around him to meet the highest standards. Ed also served in the U.S. Army Reserves.
In Ed's free time, he loved spending time with family, traveling around the U.S. and abroad with Gloria, and pursuing his lifelong passion for all things cars and fire trucks.
A memorial service will be held Friday, November, 10, 2023 at Bon Air Presbyterian Church, 9201 W. Huguenot Rd, Richmond, VA 23235, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Bon Secours Community Hospice House, via Bon Secours Richmond Health Care Foundation.
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Pam
November 18, 2023
I am very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. I worked with him at NAPA. He was always a joy to be around. My condolences to his family.
Pam
Paula and Mike Schnurman
November 10, 2023
We have known Ed and Gloria for many years, they celebrated our wedding together with us. We are so grateful for Ed's life and legacy, and share in the family's sorrow at his passing. Our prayers for healing, comfort, and peace. God bless the Myers family.
David Shaw
November 9, 2023
To the family of Edward Meyers. My deepest sincere sympathy to you all. I didn't know him personally but, I have two friends who are firefighters with the City of Richmond. I thank Mr. Meyers for his service with Chesterfield. He will be missed very much by everyone who knew him and loved him. May God Bless you all. Sincerely, David Shaw Richmond, VA
Scott Lucibello
November 8, 2023
Gloria and family, I am so sorry about your loss. My time at Station 4 was short but i enjoy working with. Ed was my Chief at CFD he was one of many that taught me how to be a firefighter as well as supporting me through my training. he will be greatly missed.
Scott Lucibello
November 8, 2023
To Ed's family, I am so sorry about your loss. My time at Station 4 was my favorite.Ed was my Chief at CFD he was a good friend and mentor when I was in fire school he will be greatly missed
David and Debbie Felton
November 6, 2023
Gloria,
We are remembering you and your family in our thoughts and prayers in the wake of Ed´s passing. Grace and peace to each of you.
David and Debbie Felton
Jack speed
November 5, 2023
Gloria and family, I am so sorry about your loss. My tenure at Station 4 was my favorite while working with CFD. Ed made the challenge of supervision so easy, he was always an asset and a friend to bounce ideas off of, I enjoyed being around him and will miss his humor. Jack Speed
Nicki Garris
November 5, 2023
Condolences tithe Edward Myers Family. From Nicki.The Family will remain in my prayers.Nicki
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