Edward Michael Upton, 73, of Nashua, passed away Friday morning, December 8, 2023 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, after a brief illness.
Born in Mullens, West Virginia on December 9, 1949, he was the son of the late Ralph G. and Doris (German) Upton. Ed grew up in Nashua and was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1967. An Army veteran, Ed served during the Vietnam War from 1969 to 1971 and was the recipient of a Purple Heart.
A longtime plumber and gas pipe fitter, Ed began his career at Harry W. Wells & Son and continued at Masi Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning. Ed later worked at BAE Systems until his retirement.
In his leisure time, Ed enjoyed watching television and taking care of his automobiles.
Members of his family include his wife, Patricia A. (Remick) Upton, whom he married April 7, 1973 and celebrated their 50th anniversary last spring; his son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Arasysa Simpson of LaCrosse, WI; two sisters, Linda Harrington of Coopersville, MI and Holly Pare and her husband Daniel of Nashua; also nieces and nephews.
There are no calling hours. A Graveside service and Army Funeral Honors will take place at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen in June of 2024.
Donations may be made in his memory to the New Hampshire Veterans Home, 139 Winter Street, Tilton, NH 03276. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.
