Edward G. Husson

With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Edward G. Husson—a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of unwavering faith whose warmth and joyful spirit touched all who knew him.

Born on June 19, 1936, in Charleston, West Virginia, Ed was the beloved son of the Very Reverend Raphael and Khouriyeh Josephine Husson. Raised in a home rooted in the Antiochian Orthodox Christian faith, Ed’s life was shaped early by the traditions, values and spiritual devotion to the Orthodox Christian Church. Just as importantly, he grew up in a lively, close-knit family whose humor stemmed from Josephine’s personality. Surrounded by his siblings—Ernie, Charlie, Louie, Raymond, Richard, and Joanne—Ed learned early that laughter was a gift meant to be shared, a philosophy he carried with him his entire life.

Ed honorably served in the United States Army from July 1954 to May 1956 and was a proud veteran of the Korean War.

On May 1, 1960, Ed married the love of his life, Eleanor Eva Zakaib. Their marriage was a true partnership grounded in mutual devotion, faith and a shared sense of humor. After beginning their life in Charleston, they settled in Vienna, Virginia, in 1969. There, they raised their three children, David, Lisa, and Brian, creating a home filled with warmth, laughter and enduring values.
Ed began his career as a draftsman with the West Virginia Highway Department, a role that reflected his precision and strong work ethic. He later joined Bechtel Corporation, where his career in power plant construction started. His career path led to the Metro Rail subway system in the Washington, DC area, and then took him abroad for two years to Cairo, Egypt, where he helped build a power plant. Upon returning home, Ed continued his career working on the Dulles International Airport Expansion project with PMC leaving a lasting mark on the infrastructure of the region he called home. He was at Dulles airport for over 30 years. He loved his PMC work family and watched many employees grow up on the job. He cherished every minute of these relationships. Ed was always interested in helping others in their careers and he provided guidance to many young engineers and project managers. Ed took immense joy in watching young engineers and project managers grow, offering guidance with a kindness and gentle humor that his colleagues still speak of today.
Outside of work, Ed embraced life’s simple pleasures. He was happiest on the golf course, casting a fishing line, or relaxing on the deck with a good cigar. He was rarely seen without his signature West Virginia University baseball hat, a beacon that sparked countless friendly conversations with fellow West Virginians.

His faith remained his cornerstone. He and Eleanor were lifelong, active members of the Antiochian Orthodox Church, where their voices were often heard together in the choir. They were founding members of Saints Peter and Paul Church in Potomac, MD. Their shared commitment to the Church was their guide to their actions and shaped their legacy. Ed’s faith was not only something he practiced on Sundays, but something he lived every day, with humility, kindness, and quiet strength.

Ed was also blessed with a loving and enduring relationship with Eleanor’s siblings—Georgette, Sally, Edward, Gloria, Jackie, and George, and their families. They had many adventures together and were always entertained by Ed’s sense of humor. The deep bonds and friendship they shared became an extended circle of love and support and were another true cornerstone of his life. He was also blessed with many close, lifelong friends, that were dear to his heart, whom he and Eleanor considered as family.

Ed will be remembered as a man of integrity, gentle humor, and deep compassion. He found joy in the presence of his family and friends and took immense pride in watching the relationships grow across generations. His love and guidance will continue to echo in the lives of all who knew him.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Eleanor Zakaib Husson; his children, David Husson (Julie), Lisa Husson Villalobos (Leonardo), and Brian Husson (Anette); his cherished grandchildren, Megan Elias, Sophia Vannoy, Vienna Husson, Sarah Villalobos, Oscar Villalobos, Martine Misleh, and Aleksander Keys; and his great-grandchildren, James, Tucker, Layla, Lyla, and Kaia.

Services will be held as follows:

Monday, April 20, 2026
Ss. Peter and Paul Church
10620 River Road
Potomac, MD 20854
10:00 am – Family Visitation
10:30 am – Public Visitation
11:30 am – Funeral Service
Followed by a Mercy Meal

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Andrew Chapel Cemetery
1308 Trap Road
Vienna, VA 22182
11:00 am – Burial

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in his name to Ss. Peter and Paul Church:  Donation Link