Edgar H. Townsend, 82, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 18, 2020, at Kenmore Mercy Hospital.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Donald and Whilimenia (Strassburg) Townsend.

Edgar Attended local schools.  He served in the United States Army from 1959 until his honorable discharge in 1962.  Edgar was employed as an electrician for Airco Speer and Carbon Graphite.   He served as Union President at Airco Speer and Carbon Graphite.    He coached little league football for many years. Edgar was an avid Buffalo Bills and Bruins fan.   He was predeceased in 2002 by his wife of 40 years, Linda S. (Martin) Townsend.

Edgar is survived by sisters, Marlene (late Edward) Courtney and Jeanette Gorman, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by his daughter, Catherine Townsend and his brother Robert (Nina) Townsend

Visitation will be on Saturday, July 17 from 10 – 12 Noon at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNREAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will follow at 12 Noon, concluding with Military Honors.  Interment will be held privately in North Ridge Cemetery.  Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.