Edward Leon Fruits passed away April 10, 2023. Edward was born June 4, 1938 in Howell, IN to Ira B. and Ruby V. (Reeder) Fruits.
Edward married Patricia Lilley on October 7, 1957 in East St. Louis, IL. Edward was in the US Air Force and then served time in the US Navy. He worked as an aircraft electrician for many years until he retired.
His proudest moment was when he became the Master of the Meeker Lodge. Edward was a Mason for over 50 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents Ira and Ruby Fruits.
He is survived by his wife Pattie of the home; daughter Deborah Liles and husband Dale of Shawnee, OK; daughter Terrie Easton and husband David of South Burlington, VT; daughter Connie Brandhorst and husband Larry of Dupo, IL; brother Willard Fruits of Chicago, IL; 10 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren.
Services were held at 2:00pm on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Resthaven Funeral Home, Shawnee.
