Age 58, of Farmington Hills. Born in York, Pennsylvania. Passed away at home on Wednesday after a courageous 3½ year battle with cancer. Ed was the beloved husband of Marie for almost 25 years and the loving father of Laura. He is survived by a wonderful and loving family which include his mother and stepfather Jane and John Ryba of Cass City, brother Richard (Debbie) Spring, nieces Megan and Katelyn of Manchester, and sister Karen (Mike Hadley) Spring of Commerce Twp., nephew Jeremy Kay and niece Jessica Kay. Ed retired from Blue Cross after 37 years in 2005 and went to work at Wright and Filippis - a job he truly loved. He was loved and respected by countless friends and colleagues and will be missed for his good humor and always optimistic outlook. The family ask that memorial gifts be made in his name to the U of M Comprehensive Cancer Center (Kidney Cancer Research). Funeral Monday 11 a.m. at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River Avenue, downtown Farmington (1 blk. W. of Farmington Rd.). Officiant Mr. John Wright. Visitation Saturday 2-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-8 p.m.