Edward L. Murrens, 92, formerly of East Moline, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020 at his home. Funeral services are 10 AM Wednesday at Van Hoe Funeral Home Ltd., East Moline. Burial is in Rock Island National Cemetery, where the East Moline American Legion Post 227 will conduct military honors. Visitation is 4-7 PM Tuesday at the funeral home.

Ed was born on April 4, 1927 in Moline, the son of LeRoy and Edith (Nettleton) Murrens. He served in the US Navy during WWII. He married Mary Loussaert on October 26, 1957 at St. Ann Church, Long Grove, IA. Ed retired in the early 1980's from the former International Harvester Works, East Moline, and was proud of being retired longer than he worked. He was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bears Fan. Ed bowled for many years and was a star athlete in his younger years. He was a member of the East Moline American Legion.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Mary, sons, Steve (Kathy) Murrens, Davenport and Dave (Toni) Murrens, Lake Forest, IL, grandchildren, Michael (Kristine) Murrens, Hayle (Mitchell) Heydenberk, Hannah (Jason) Woodruff and Karli (Josh) Clement and three great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his son Greg and brother Richard.

The family would like to thank Unity Point Hospital and Hospice and Overlook Village for the care and compassion shown to Edward.

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Tuesday, February 11, 2020 4:00 PM

Van Hoe Funeral Home 1500 Sixth Street East Moline, Illinois 61244

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 10:00 AM

Van Hoe Funeral Home 1500 Sixth Street East Moline, Illinois 61244