Mr. Edward L. Courtois Obituary (2017)

PAWTUCKET, RI - Staff Sergeant Edward L Courtois, died unexpectedly in a car accident on Saturday, March 18, 2017. “Ed” was a son of the late Eugene L. and Florence J. (Allie) Courtois. A decorated Vietnam War Veteran “Ed” honorably retired from the United States Army as a proud member of the Service Battery, 2nd Battalion, 4th Field Artillery, 9th Infantry Division “Old Reliables”, in June of 1986. “Ed” was very proud of his service in the Army and throughout his career he received many commendations and awards, such as; 2 Army Commendation Medals, 2 Army achievement Medals, 6 Army Good Conduct Medals, the National Defense Medal, 2 Vietnam Service Medals, 2 Vietnam Campaign Medals, the Army Service Ribbon, and the M16 Rifle Marksman Qualification Badge. “Ed” was a long time resident of Pawtucket, RI where he shared a home with his beloved niece, Cheryl A. Courtney and his great nephew, Marcus B. Lopes. “Ed” was a loyal fan, “not a fanatic” (as he would say) of Elvis Presley. He enjoyed watching old movies and listening to Doo-Wop, and he had a kind heart and large sense of humor. “Ed” enjoyed socializing with family and friends. “Ed” is survived by a large extended family including a brother, Louis Courtois of Lowell and a sister, Claire Grambo of Wisconsin; also many nieces and nephews. He was a brother of the late Eugene A. Courtney and longtime boyfriend of the late Patricia A. Hamilton. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service with military honors where Ed will be eternally laid to rest with his brother, Eugene at 11 a.m. in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne on March, 31, 2017. Visitation respectfully omitted.