Edward E. Badger

Edward E. Badger, 67 of Atlanta, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016 at McLaren Northern Michigan. Born May 23, 1948 in Silverwood, Ed was the son of Laverne Badger and Monica Badger-Hassen.

Ed proudly served his country during Vietnam. He retired from Chrysler where he was a Millwright. He was involved in the Atlanta American Legion and the Elk Country Cruisers. His best friend was his dog, Albert. He lived a full life and was a wonderful man.

He is survived by his children, Dawn McClure and her boyfriend, Jason Raper and Edward (Mandy) Badger all of Paducah, KY; his step-sons, Glen (Marc) Wilson of Jackson and Rocco (Jody) Wilson of Waterford; 11 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; his siblings, Sam, Rosie, Mary.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Patricia in 2005; his step-son, Steve in 1993; and his brothers and sisters.

Ed’s family will have a memorial service at his home in the spring. Arrangements are by Gaylord Community Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Please share your memories and personal messages with the family at www.gaylordfuneralhome.com