Edward Paul Killinger

South Portland- Edward P. Killinger, 81, died peacefully on Friday, November 3, 2023 at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House following a long and courageous battle with cancer, his loving family was by his side. Ed was born in Portland, Maine the son of the late John R. and Dorothy May (Maloney) Killinger. He attended local schools and, in 1957 and 1958 he was named State Champion for his age group in archery, he then enlisted in the United States Army. On May 29, 1965 Ed married the love of his life, Valerie A. Littlefield in Portland, Maine. Together Ed and Valerie made their home and raised their family in South Portland. Ed spent his entire working career with Norman David Lincoln Mercury where he worked as a mechanic, parts department and shuttle driver, and yard manager. It was in 2012 that Ed retired after a more than 50 year career with the company. He also worked with the Maine State Guard and in the Portland Police Reserves where he won an award for bravery with an incident that occurred on Munjoy Hill during a fireworks display. When he wasn’t working, Ed enjoyed spending time hunting and fishing in Otisfield and Trickey Pond with family and friends, he loved being in the outdoors. He played on a men’s bowling league for many years and was also a popular presence on his CB with the handle Blue Cougar. Ed just enjoyed life and made friends where ever he would go. His true love was the time he spent surrounded by his family and friends. Ed was predeceased by two sisters, Dorothy J. Libby and Barbara J. Killinger; two brothers, Peter and John Killinger. He is survived by his loving wife, Valerie Killinger of South Portland; two daughters, Lori and her husband Artie Lewis of Biddeford, Lisa and her husband James Roy of South Portland; seven grandchildren, Kayleigh Bracken of PA, Chelsea Roy of Cumberland, Joshua Roy of Windham, Edward and Shamus Roy of South Portland, Jessica Mooers of Saco and Adam Lewis of CA; five great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Visiting hours celebrating Ed’s life will be held on Monday, November 13, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. A funeral service will follow at 12 noon at the Chapel. Burial will follow at Brooklawn Memorial Park in Portland. To view Ed’s memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker .com Those who wish may make memorial contributions in Ed’s memory to: Best Buddies SPHS Walk at www.bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org/portland/supporting/#SPHS