Edward Arnold Thomsen, 75 yrs. old of South New Berlin, NY passed away on November 22, 2020 at his home with his family by his side.
Ed was born on March 10, 1945 in Norwich, NY the son of Arnold and Virginia Daniels Thomsen. He was a graduate of South New Berlin Central School.
On June 28, 1964 in the South New Berlin First Baptist Church he married Esther Kay Brooks.
He was a self-employed electrician. Ed was a long term member of the South New Berlin First Baptist Church, serving as Sunday School Superintendent and many years as trustee. He was a loving family man and enjoyed his Harley motorcycle rides. He was always helping friends and family. He enjoyed his John Deere tractors and teaching his grandchildren many skills.
Ed is survived by his wife and soulmate of 56 years, Esther Kay Thomsen. He is also survived by his children; Lorena (Jeff) Robertson of Earlville, Eva (Jeff Johnson) Thomsen of Austin, TX and Natalie (John) Law of South New Berlin, NY. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren; Alec (Nicole) Wilson, Myriah (Brennan Ryan) Wilson, Wade Law, Jonah Robertson and Ben Johnson, and one great grandchild, Liam Edward Wilson. Also surviving is his brother, Philip (Karen) Thomsen and sister, Anne (Don) Manley as well as many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 27, 2020 at 1:00 PM at the South New Berlin First Baptist Church, South New Berlin, NY with pastors, Robert Decker & Kurt Funke officiating. Proper social distancing practices will be in place. Masks are required. Seating will be limited.
Please consider memorial contributions to the ALS Association, 1300 Wilson Boulevard Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22209 or Operation Smile, 3641 Faculty Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452 which Ed contributed to faithfully each month. |
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Robert Haltner
NAPA CA
Please accept my deepest condolences to the entire family.
inky nielsen
New Berlin NY
Kay, I was so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. My prayers are with you and the girls. I often think about all the times we shared at various school activities.
Pat and Carl Houghton
New Berlin, N.Y.
We were very saddened to hear of the passing on of your husband, Ed. He was a remarkable and talented man and he will be missed. He had been through a lot, and yet was always wearing a smile whenever we would meet up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We ask the Lord for his comfort healing and peace for all your you and all your family.
Kathryn and Anne Franco
New Berlin, N.Y.
We were very sorry to learn of Ed's death. He was always so helpful when assistance was needed in opening and closing the house on Shacktown Mt, He was kind, gentle, and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure knowing him. May God give your family comfort and healing.
clarice bagnall and family
sherburne ny
my prayers are with your
family. We knew Ed several years ago. My prayers are with you.
John and Pam Kinney
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Ed was a wonderful man. Continued thoughts and prayers.
Richard and Ethel Perkins
SOUTH NEW BERLIN, NY
We are so so so sorry for your loss. We wish there was something we could have done. Why he had to suffer so we will never know. We do know the faith you and your family have and we are sure that is what will pull you through. Thinking of you and your family and sending our love.
Martha Childs
Lake Placid. Florida
Such a kind and gentle man who lived with a purpose. Honesty, integrity and respect come to mind.
Condolences to the family. I was blessed to have known him.
gail moore
South New Berlin
My condolences go out to you Kay, Lorena, Eva and Natalie.
Pete & Barb Bida
So. New Berlin, NY
Sorry to hear of Ed’s passing to a heavenly and greater place.
You can rest assured that his star will guide and shine on us
as we remeber his laughter and his love of Green Machines. May peace be with you and yours.
Lorena Robertson
Earlville
So blessed to have him as long as we did: always there for anyone in need. Safe travels until we meet again.
Gerry Griffith
Winter Springs , Florida
Kay and family .. I was very sorry to read about Ed .. he was a good man .. he had a good life and a great family ....
I liked him .. I know you will all miss him greatly
David Dibbell
South New Berlin NY
May there be strength and comfort for Kay, Lorena, Eva, and Natalie and for all of the Thomsen and Brooks families as they bear this loss. What memories of honesty, integrity, and community spirit Ed has left us as an example! God is good in all things, and all may look to Him for guidance and assurance.
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