Edward Allen Singer, 68, of Wimauma, Florida, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on June 28, 2026. Born on June 6, 1958, he was the youngest of five children to the late Phillip Nathan Singer and Jean (Fink) Singer.
Born and raised in Levittown, Pennsylvania, Ed was a graduate of Delhaas High School, Piney Point Apprenticeship, PencoTech and Temple University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Ed served as a Merchant Marine, traveling the world until his family needed him at home. He then began his 20+ year career at IBM, working alongside his brother, Ross. Ed continued his career at Watson Clinic, in Lakeland, FL, where he retired as an IT professional. A survivor of Polycystic Kidney Disease, Ed received the life-saving gift of a kidney transplant on August 15, 2001. Forever grateful for the generosity of his donor and donor family, Ed embraced his second chance at life with optimism, gratitude, and a commitment to paying that gift forward by bringing joy to others and making the most of every day.
Ed found his greatest joy in spending time with family. Whether traveling the world with his sister, niece, and friends, relaxing on the beach with loved ones, or simply enjoying the companionship of his beloved dogs, he treasured every moment. He had a generous spirit, an infectious sense of humor, and a remarkable ability to brighten the lives of those around him. His resilience, kindness, and gratitude for life shone through until his final days and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Ed was predeceased in death by his parents, and his brother-in-law, Swift Spaulding. He is survived by his siblings, Brent Singer (Karen) of Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, Steven Singer (Ruth) of Media, Pennsylvania, Marilyn Spaulding of Wimauma, Florida, and Ross Singer (Angelina) of Port Ewen, New York; along with several loving cousins Richard Friedman of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Kenneth Friedman of Stratford, New Jersey, along with several , nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
In keeping with his lifelong desire to help others, Ed donated his body to science through the United Tissue Network, ensuring that even in death his legacy of giving would continue. The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to the organ donor and donor family whose extraordinary gift gave Ed nearly 25 additional years of life, memories, and time with those he loved. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the following organizations that meant the most to Ed: Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Foundation, LifeLink Foundation, SPCA , Indraloka Animal Society and Tunnels to Towers.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 1pm.
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Sorry For your loss. my condolence I will miss Eddie
So sorry I know how close your family is
Ed was a dear neighbor, and will be remembered always.
Joan Bomgardner Pool & I met Ed on a Cruise, I think 1983, along with his Brother, & 3 other friends.
We also met them at the Kentucky Derby that following year.
We’ve had great times with Ed. He was gracious to allow me & friends to stay at his home multiple times throughout the years.
I’m sorry for the family & friends loss. I know you were very close.
God Bless each of you in this sad time. Ed will certainly be missed.
Marilyn. So sorry for your loss. I was introduced to Ed by Judy James Hamilton when I was visiting in Florida. He was very nice and a gentleman
Elise and family my sincere condolences for the loss of your Uncle, Brother and all of the family! May you find peace and comfort knowing he left you surrounded by people who loved and cherished him! May he rest in eternal peace!
So sorry for your loss. Eddie was a gentleman.
Ed was always there for everyone. Family man who would sacrifice everything he had if needed.
Ed would call his Siblings and cousins to check in always ended every call with I love you
He realized every day was a gift and blessing and enjoyed traveling with his Sister Marilyn and Niece Elise to no end
Ed enjoyed extraordinary cuisine and dining experiences and his quick wit was always enjoyed by all
Ed was a giant in heart and soul I always thought of him like a Big Teddy Bear for all to enjoy
In all the years I knew Ed I saw him to be a guy who loved his gadgets and electronics
Ed never had a bad word to say of anyone and appreciated people for whom he enacted with him
In closing I will Ed was unique big hearted gentle soul
A big void without him
I will miss you Ed 💔🫶🏻✝️