LAWRENCE - Edward T. Overka, 70, of Lawrence, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 9, 2018.

Born on October 25, 1947, son of the late Joseph and Rita (Provencal) Overka. He was raised in Lawrence and was a resident of the City his entire life. Edward loved all Boston sports teams, especially the Red Sox. He spent a lot of time at the Franco American in Lawrence before it closed and the French Social Club where he enjoyed spending time with his brothers and other family members while his late brother Richard tended bar at both establishments. He played for an adult softball league out of Lawrence for several years growing up and worked for the Holy Family Hospital, Methuen in the Housekeeping Department for many years until retirement. Edward had a longtime companion, Pauline Brunette for over 30 years until her passing in 2015.

Surviving family members include his daughters Kelly Gaudreau and husband Brian of Auburn, NH and Susan Overka of Manchester, NH; grandchildren Joshua, Kaylei, Jameson, Jr., Jared, Brandon and Jada; great-grandchildren Cameron, Zaiden, Tyler; brother Joseph "Chick" Overka and his wife Simone Blanchette of Lawrence; and many cousins, nieces and nephews; deceased family members include his brothersRichard Overka and Donald Overka; niece Collinda Overka; and nephew Wayne Overka.

Celebration of Edward's Life will be held on Thursday, February 15, in the Driscoll Funeral Home, 309 So. Main Street, Haverhill from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. For guestbook, please visit www.driscollcares.com