Edward Paul Cordone
MUNSON TWP. – Edward Paul Cordone, age 67, of Munson Township, passed away and went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 25, 2022, in the care of the Select Specialty Hospital in Cleveland.
Eddie Cordone was born June 22, 1955, to Alfred W. Cordone and Esther Nell (nee Hawkey) in
Chardon. He attended the Metzenbaum Opportunity School (Metzenbaum Center) when it first opened.
Eddie went on to work at quite a few places, but his most recent adventures took him to the Special Hands shop in Middlefield and CLW in Newbury Township.
Eddie participated and succeeded in many Metzenbaum programs, including the Special Olympics. He played basketball (Metzenbaum Blue Streaks) and participated in track and field for many years, winning many medals.
Eddie was a member of the former Word of Faith Church in Chardon and was affiliated with the Boy Scouts. He had a love for music like no other and was a profound fan of his Cleveland sports teams, specifically the Browns, Indians and the Cavaliers.
He was known for his warm, loving, kindred spirit toward everybody he came in contact with; he truly was friendly to everyone.
Eddie was a beloved son, brother, uncle and a friend to many.
He is survived by his brother, William A. Cordone (Denise); nephew, Joseph Keidel (Marissa); n niece, Nella Cordone (Cody Kaschalk); and great-niece and great nephew, Keelee and Niko Keidel.
Eddie is preceded in death by his father and mother, Alfred W. Cordone, Esther Nell; and uncle, Harold P. Cordone.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday June 30, 2022, at the funeral home.
Interment will be at Whitehaven Cemetery in Mayfield Village, meal to follow at the Claridon Woodlands Park, 11383 Claridon Troy Road, Claridon Township.
The family suggest contributions be made in Edward’s name to the Metzenbaum Center (GCBDD).
Arrangements made by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.
