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Edgar Peter Estes was born on September 8th, 1947 to Edgar R. and Helen (Cummiskey) Estes in Hackensack, N.J.. He was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith. He graduated from Newark College of Engineering with a B.S. in 1970 and New York University in 1972 with a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. He was married to Margie A. Kroger September 7th, 1974 in Marshalltown, IA. He was the proud father of Christopher Michael (Emily Rowe) and Eric Matthew (Jennifer). He was also grandfather to three grandchildren, Benjamin, Joshua, and Elizabeth Estes whom he dearly loved and adored. Ed loved his canine companions, a good long walk on the beach, fine food, and witty jokes. Ed worked in the computer technology field for Hewlett Packard, Interdata, Perkin Elmer, General Electric, Computer Science Corp., and British Aerospace Engineering. Ed was respected as a compassionate and highly skilled manager. His work for the Lord encompassed many areas. He taught Sunday School, New Member classes, and filled in as guest speaker writing his own sermons. He was a choir member in several Lutheran churches and assisted in the Divine Service as a reader and Communion Assistant. He served as President, Vice President, and Head Elder at Resurrection Lutheran and Prince of Peace Lutheran Churches in Orlando, FL. His love for Jesus led him to pursue and receive a Master’s Degree in Christian Philosophy and Apologetics from Trinity Seminary. Ed was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws, and three brothers-in-law. Survivors include his wife, sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, many nieces and nephews, and his brother Russell Estes. Ed lived a life dedicated to his Savior, family, the Church, and his country. His legacy is a testimony of the work of the Holy Spirit who blessed him with steadfast faith in God, love of service for others, and integrity. Memorial gifts may be directed to the family or to Concordia Seminary Saint Louis, MO. A family visitation time will be held Friday April 13th at 6:30 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Orlando, FL The Memorial Service is on Saturday April 14th at 11:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church. 123 E. Livingston Street Orlando, FL 32801.

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Edgar Peter Estes

September 8, 1947 - April 5, 2018