Edward L. Poling

Edward L. Poling, age 83, of Toledo, passed away on August 19th, 2011 at St. Luke's Hospital. He was born October 29th, 1927 to Ora and Florence (Ruth-Smith) Poling in Toledo.

Ed was a U.S. Merchant Marine and U.S. Army veteran, serving his country proudly. He was employed with Jeep for 38 years before retiring. Ed was also the owner of Saxon Products, a company that he operated for 52 years. During his retirement, Ed was a consultant of the import business from Taiwan. He was an avid gun collector and the past President of the Maumee Valley Gun Collectors Association, Inc. Ed was also a member of the American Legion Post # 642. He collected stamps and also enjoyed his antique cars.

In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his first wife of 37 years, Genevieve Poling; brothers, Ora, Jr., Dick, Jim and Ken Poling and his sister, Jean Doty and her husband, Calvin Doty. Ed is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Tracy T. Poling; sons, Scott, Jeff (Victoria) and Keith Poling; grandsons, Eddie and T.J.; great granddaughter, Desiree; many nieces and nephews and dear friends, Rodger and Cathy Kokensparger.

The family will receive guests Monday from 3-5:00 p.m. and 6-8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419-381-1900). A Military Service will take place at 8:00 p.m.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Monroe, Dr. Mehta and the Nurses of 2-West and Intensive Care, at St. Luke's Hospital.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: The Dialysis Partners of Northwest Ohio-Glendale, Toledo, OH in Ed's memory.