Edward N. Summers

Edward N. Summers, 67, of Brighton Township, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on February 16, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Born September 22, 1958 in Rochester, Pennsylvania, he was a son of the late Paul K. and Betty J. (Lyons) Summers. Edward was a beloved husband to the late Denise L. Summers for 45 years and was also a devoted and loving father to Leanne M. Summers. He was a retired member of the Laborer’s Union Local #833 and a member of Midland American Legion Post #481.

Aside from spending time with family and friends, his passions included camping with family, working on cars, riding his motorcycles, and attending music concerts.

Edward will be greatly missed by his daughter, Leanne M. Summers, Chippewa. He was preceded in death by his sister Paulette Gunn and surviving brother-in-law Tom Gunn, Beaver Falls; surviving are two brothers, Paul L. (Karen) Summers, Brighton Township; John C. (Rosemary) Summers, Ball Ground, Georgia; surviving are two sisters, Charlotte Summers, Beaver Falls; Veatrice (Bruce) Schultz, Brighton Township; surviving are one brother-in-law, David (Teresa) Staats, Galena, Ohio. Edward will also be missed by numerous nieces & nephews; close friends; his faithful and loyal dog, Abby; and his grand-pets, Izzy and Luna.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital wwwstjude.org.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date to honor and celebrate the lives of both Edward and Denise Summers.