Dr. Howard Eddy

ADRIAN – Dr. Howard Eddy, age 89, of Adrian, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2009 at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. He was born February 6, 1920, in Pittsburg, PA, the youngest child of Russell and Alma (Grant) Eddy. During World War II, he served his country in the Army and was awarded the Soldier’s Medal of Honor. On June 9, 1943, Howard married Phylis Munger in Adrian. Phylis, his devoted wife of over 66 years, survives. Howard graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1944. He was part of the internal medicine staff at University Hospital for seven years prior to moving to Adrian in 1951. Dr. Eddy practiced internal medicine until 1981, when he specialized in allergies. The pinnacle of his career was achieved when Dr. Eddy became a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. In 1991, he retired. Dr. Eddy had many interests. His family and church always came first. Dr. Eddy loved Adrian and was involved in many leadership roles including serving on the YMCA Board, the Family Counseling Board, the First Presbyterian Church Board, and the Bixby Foundation Board. At home, he enjoyed creating a beautiful landscaped park-like setting. In addition to his wife, Dr. Eddy is survived by four children: Pamela (Howard) Seeberger of Harrison, MI; Diane Edgerton of Cincinnati; Raymond (Karen) Eddy of Dallas; and David (Andrea) Eddy of Hamilton, Ontario; eight grandchildren: Paul, John, Laura, David, Heather, Kristen, Michelle and Ashley; and six great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Russell James, in infancy, and a sister, Helen Ottke. The funeral service for Dr. Eddy will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. James Splitt officiating. Private burial will be held at Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at Wagley Funeral Home on Saturday from 2 to 6 p.m. and Sunday at the church from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. You may also send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com Contributions in memory of Dr. Eddy may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.

Dr. Howard Eddy

February 6, 1920 - December 18, 2009