Edward W. Schreiber, 84, of Moon Township, passed away at home on August 12, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 15, 1939, to the late Colin Boone-Schreiber and Sarah (Leister) Schreiber.
In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his brother, John C. Schreiber (Jack/Skinny), and his sister, Dorothy Bevan (Dot).
He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Marie C. (DeSantis) Schreiber; two sons, Paul Matthew Schreiber (Lora) and Mark Edward Schreiber (Jeanne), all of Moon Township; four grandchildren, Morgan E. Gremba (Benjamin), Matthew R. Schreiber (Vanessa), Colin C. Schreiber (fiancé Shanna), and Jessica M. McKown (Bailey); and three great-grandchildren, Ember, Oswyn, and Luke.
Ed was a 1957 graduate of McDonald High School. He furthered his education at Waynesburg College and the University of Pittsburgh, and conducted doctoral research in biology at the University of Central Michigan’s Beaver Island Biological Station.
For 35 years, Ed made a significant impact teaching biology at Quaker Valley School District. Beyond the classroom, he was involved in coaching track and football, and he officiated swimming for 50 years.
Outside of his professional life, Ed cherished time with his wife, whom he affectionately called his girlfriend, and his family. He was an avid gardener, fisherman, and hunter, and he enjoyed feeding the neighborhood. Ed and his brother Jack also shared a passion for genealogy, dedicating countless hours to their research.
A dedicated member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church for 54 years, Ed served on the Church Council and was a past president of the Sons of the American Revolution.
Friends will be received on Friday, August 16th, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township (1522 Coraopolis Heights Rd.), and on Saturday, August 17th, from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew Lutheran Church of Moon Township.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Washington Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution or the Light of Life Rescue Mission.