PALMER Jr., Edward M. age 51 of Springfield, Ohio passed away unexpectedly at Springfield Regional Medical Center with his family by his side. Born September 11, 1967 in Springfield, Ohio. Edward was the son of Edward M. Sr. and Sara J. (Pillers) Palmer. He was a loving and devoted father, brother, uncle and grandfather. Edward was an avid knife collector, enjoyed fishing, walking in nature, playing cards and football. He also loved music. Preceded in death by his parents, brother Donald Hosier, grandparents, several aunts, uncles and a few cousins.

Edward leaves behind his lifelong love Brenda Clifford; son Edward D. Palmer (fiancé Miranda Thornhill) of Springfield, Ohio; brothers David M. (Leslie) Hosier of Springfield, Ohio, Victor M. Palmer of Springfield, Ohio; sister Jeanny (Thomas) Evans of Springfield, Ohio; 5 grandchildren and many other family members and friends.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 27, 2019 from 1:00PM-2:00PM with a memorial service to follow at 2:00PM at the Ferncliff Cemetery Chapel, 501 W. McCreight Avenue, Springfield, Ohio 45504. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Association, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.ferncliffcemetery.org. Arrangements in care of Ferncliff Funeral Home.