It is with great sadness that the family of Edward James “Ed” Tomchek announces his passing on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at the age of 75. He was born Oct. 14, 1943, in Montgomery, Alabama.
Ed served our great country in the U.S. Army and was awarded numerous decorations, including the National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal and Vietnam Service Medal with Bronze Service Star. Ed graduated from Christopher Newport College with a B.S. Degree in Business Administration and spent his civilian career as an accountant for Sears.
He was an active member of Denbigh American Legion Post No. 368 for over 20 years, where he served as financial officer and dear friend to so many. He had a passion for golf and spent countless hours dedicated to the love of playing and watching the game. Ed will be remembered as being a compassionate listener, kind, selfless, loyal and caring friend.
Ed was preceded in death by his devoted parents, Edward and Helen Tomchek.
He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Jennifer Baboyian (Thomas), Laura Keller (Christopher) and Ryan Tomchek; eight treasured grandchildren; cherished siblings, William, Robert and Stephen; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews; and extended family and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Monday, April 22, at Weymouth Funeral Home. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 23, at St. Jerome Catholic Church with a reception to follow at the church. Interment will take place in Arlington National Cemetery with military honors at a later date.
