Edward A Gonet
February 24, 1923 ~ March 22, 2010
Edward A. Gonet (Age 87)
Edward A. Gonet died peacefully on Monday, March 22, 2010 at Fairfax Hospital. Mr. Gonet was born on February 24, 1923 to Walter Gonet and wife Anne Poole Gonet in Monaca, Pa. He entered the U. S. Airforce in 1941 and flew 28 successful missions over Germany as a B-17 radio operator during WWII. After he completed his military service, he attended and graduated from Grove City College in 1949, where he met his wife Mary who he married in 1950. He moved his family to Vienna, Va., in 1960 where he was a Real Estate agent, a devout member of OLGC Catholic church and an active member of the Vienna community for the past 50 years. He loved his family and was a friend to everyone he met.He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary E. Gonet, by his daughter, Kathy G. Heins and husband Maynard of Sterling, Va., by his son Gary E. Gonet and wife Karen of Oak Hill, VA, by his son, Ned Gonet of Raleigh, N.C., by seven grandchildren, Jennifer H. Remen and husband Matt, Katie R. Brylski and husband Steve, Meghan A. Heins, David E. Gonet, Amanda L. Heins, Cole K. Gonet and Connor E. Gonet, and by one great grandson, Clayton A. Remen. He is also survived by a brother Norman Gonet and his wife Gerry of Corapolis, Pa., and a sister Ruth Booth of Pittsburgh, Pa., three sisters-in-laws, Jeanne McCormick, Molly Cole and Shirley Wilson and husband Tom, as well as many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 124 Park St., Vienna, VA 22180.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Edward A. Gonet died peacefully on Monday, March 22, 2010 at Fairfax Hospital. Mr. Gonet was born on February 24, 1923 to Walter Gonet and wife Anne Poole Gonet in Monaca, Pa. He entered the U. S. Airforce in 1941 and flew 28 successful missions over Germany as a B-17 radio operator during WWII. After he completed his military service, he attended and graduated from Grove City College in 1949, where he met his wife Mary who he married in 1950. He moved his family to Vienna, Va., in 1960 where he was a Real Estate agent, a devout member of OLGC Catholic church and an active member of the Vienna community for the past 50 years. He loved his family and was a friend to everyone he met.He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary E. Gonet, by his daughter, Kathy G. Heins and husband Maynard of Sterling, Va., by his son Gary E. Gonet and wife Karen of Oak Hill, VA, by his son, Ned Gonet of Raleigh, N.C., by seven grandchildren, Jennifer H. Remen and husband Matt, Katie R. Brylski and husband Steve, Meghan A. Heins, David E. Gonet, Amanda L. Heins, Cole K. Gonet and Connor E. Gonet, and by one great grandson, Clayton A. Remen. He is also survived by a brother Norman Gonet and his wife Gerry of Corapolis, Pa., and a sister Ruth Booth of Pittsburgh, Pa., three sisters-in-laws, Jeanne McCormick, Molly Cole and Shirley Wilson and husband Tom, as well as many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 124 Park St., Vienna, VA 22180.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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I love you forever Pappy
Pappy – You were the greatest grandfather any grandchild could ever ask for! I will miss your smile and all the stories you used to tell. I’ll never forget our heart to heart at the Vienna Inn. You were one of a kind and as close to perfection as they come. You will forever be in my heart. I love you!
Ned and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about. Peace, prayers and blessings. Patty Payne
Mrs. Gonet, Gary and family, My deepest sympathy goes to each of you during this time of grief. May God’s love be with you and help you through this trying time. You are in my prayers. God be with you.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God Bless you all. Jim Thornhill and family
Mrs. Gonet-My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I only knew Mr. Gonet for a short time, but there was a special light in him that touch all of those who met him. It was an honor to meet him and your family. God bless you all.
Dear Mrs. Gonet, Ned and family, Kathy and family, and Gary and family, Bob and I want you to know that we are thinking of you all during this sad time. Mr. Gonet was a wonderful man and will be missed by all. Love, Julie and Bobby Robeson
To the Gonet Family: Please accept our deepest condolences. Remembering the wonderful memories when our families were growing up. Our best to all of you. Fondly, The Tom Cooke Family
I was very fortunate to make friends with Ed and interview him for the Vienna Remembers World War II exhibit. Ed will be missed by all and I know that he will always be remembered. David
Gary – I am very saddened to hear of the news of your Dad. You always spoke so fondly of him and I sensed your closeness. While this is such a tremendous loss, I also know that he will always remain close to you, and his wisdom, love, guidance and friendship will remain with you always.
Mary and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Eddie. He was a warm and wonderful gentleman, and his exemplary life leaves the legacy of a strong, close-knit and loving family. He will be missed greatly by all who knew him.
Our sincere and loving thoughts as we mourn the death of a very dear friend. We so admired Eddie and have such fond memories of times with Mary and Eddie back to our college days. We send condolences to all of the family as we know of his deep devotion and love for his family.
So sorry for your loss. Ed was always a great friend to my father, Bob Enders. I loved Ed’s laugh ! Sincerely, Holly Enders-Spears
Dear Mary and Family–we were so saddened to hear of Eddie’s passing. I fondly remember his care and shear joy of seeing his kids do so well–he was always asking about my family but he really wanted to talk about his and how proud he was. What a great skill he had and I now recognize that skill –as the jocks say “What a good guy”
Jen, Our heart-felt condolences to you and your family with the passing of your grandfather. May the fond memories of the wonderful times you and your family had with you grandfather sustain you through these difficult times. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
My prayers are with you.
Gary and Karen, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Mary, Ned, Cathy, Gary and the rest of the Eddies wonderful family, We were so sad to hear the terrible news and so sorry that we cant be there with you today. Eddie was an amazing guy who contributed so much to so many. His personality and charm will be fondly remembered now by those of us who were lucky enough to have known him. He leaves such a great legacy in you all. With all our Love,
To Jenn and family, So sorry to hear about your loss! I hope you know that we are all thinking of you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Sincerely, Sam Kerwin
Uncle Eddie, You were an amazing man! What a wonderful asset the kingdom has just acquired. Thank you for the many memories and the encouragement you gave to my son. You will be missed. Love Always…..Julie
Jenn, I’m sorry to hear about your Grandfather and just wanted to let you know that I’m thinking of you and your family. Best Regards, Your teammate, Jackie
Jenn- So sorry to hear of your loss, your family will be in our prayers. Suzzy
Bless Mr. Gonet and family. He was an amazing man who lived a life of nearly unbelievable action. His strength: physically, mentally and emotionally will always remain with me. Again, Bless his wonderful soul and his family. Dr. Ball.
We are so sorry for your loss. We have so enjoyed our times with your family over the years. You will be in our prayers.
Dear Mrs. Gonet, Ned and boys, we are sorry to learn of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our hope is that as time passes you will be comforted by all of the wonderful memories that you had with him as a husband, father and grandfather.