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Edward Arno Heikkila 1945-2022

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Edward “Ed” Arno Heikkila, 77, of Clearwater, Fla., passed away Monday, Nov. 28, 2022, at Suncoast Hospice Care Center, with his daughter by his side, after a long battle with cancer.

Ed was born Feb. 9, 1945, in Warren, the son of Arno and Lela Heikkila.

Ed was a 1963 graduate of Lakeview High School in Cortland. After graduation, he enlisted in the Navy and was proud to serve his country. After his years in the military, Ed made his home in Clearwater, Fla., where he was self employed. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed fishing and sailing with his friends and family. Ed also enjoyed gardening and spending time with his grandkids.

Surviving are his daughter, Melissa Crabtree of Florida; son, Shawn Heikkila, also of Florida; son, Eric Kovach of Cortland; sister, Peggy (Ray) Campana of Warren; sister, Shirley Heikkila Peace of Warren; and brother, Woody Heikkila of Simonton, Texas.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents, Arno and Lela; and one son, Brian Kovach.

A celebration of life will be held at a future date and take place in Florida.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that material contributions be made to Suncoast Hospice Care Center, 164 W. Lake Road, Palm Harbor, FL 34684, in his memory.

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