Edward J. (Eddie Joe) Kinsey was diagnosed with cancer in October and was determined to kick cancer’s butt just as he did five years ago. Sadly, in this round there were too many complications and he passed away on February 13, 2023.
Ed was born March 30, 1953, to Chester and Sylvia Kinsey joining his two older sisters Nona and Deva and was later joined by two little sisters Paula and Mary. It’s not hard to figure out why Ed laid claim to being his mom’s favorite son.
Ed married Connie (Burgess) on August 8, 1987 and became a dad to Connie’s two children Lester and Michelle Burgess. He later became “grampa Ed” a title that he dearly loved, to Lester’s children Sarah and Alan.
Ed was a farm boy all the way and although he did attend trade school for mechanics in Phoenix after high school, he eventually made it back to the farm and made it his life. He had so many talents and skills ranging from raising cattle, haying, big tree moving and being the mechanic and go to guy for helping repair tractors, balers, swathers. You name it he usually had just the right part.
Ed is survived by his wife Connie, children Lester (Mary Ann) and Michelle, grandchildren Sarah of Georgia (great-grandchildren E.J., Skye and Elli) and Alan (Robert) of Portland, sisters Nona Patterson and Mary (Curt) Stanghill of Elliston, Aunt Dodie Ridenour, brother in-law Glen Trebas, many nieces and nephews and cousins, sisters, and brothers-in-law, and his many dear Early Bird Friends and life-long friends.
Ed was preceded in death by his father Chet and mother Sylvia, sisters Paula Morse and Deva Trebas, and his niece Memori Walter.
A memorial service is planned for this summer at Ed’s home.
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Service Schedule
Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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peggy Huntington (McGowan says
So Sorry for your loss. Kinseys have been my parent’s neighbour’s for over 50 years. Prayers for your family.
Greg and Cathy Kovich says
Ed hayed for us and gave my husband Greg many hours of advice and just conversation. I only met him a few times but whenever I ran into him he remembered who I was (Greg’s wife). We waved often as he headed in for his morning breakfast/coffee with the guys. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Sharon Smith says
Dear Connie you are in my prayers. So very sorry for your loss.
Sharon and Gordon Eslick says
Ed was our across-the-street neighbor growing up and he remained a true friend to my parents throughout the years. You would find him driving his 4-wheeler over to get the mail and he loved to stop and chat. My husband and I recently moved back into the neighborhood and he stopped over a few times and we shared some fun stories. He was a kind soul and will be missed by so many. Hugs to Connie and the rest of the family.
Nan Nail says
Connie I’m so sorry to hear about Ed. He will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Early Bird won’t be the same
without Ed at his place of honor at the head of the table.
Carol Hanel says
Connie ~ I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family. Prayers and hugs 🙏
Niel Helfert says
Connie- Ginny and I are so sorry for your loss. Ed was great guy. I’ll sure miss him coming into the shop. May he rest in peace.
Gerald Crum says
Sorry to hear about Ed ‘s passing
I enjoyed visiting with him .
KELLY CRESSWELL says
Connie, I am so sorry to hear that Ed has passed. I’m thinking of you and yours, and sending you lots of love.
Marla Ducello says
Connie, I am so sorry to hear about Ed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Pillman says
Connie I am so sorry for your loss, I hope you will find comfort in your family and memories. Ed was a great friend to me years ago when I lived near him, he was always there when I called for a favor or help. Such a good guy!
Sarah Lee says
He already is missed by so many people who loved him. Grandpa Ed was such a special man to so many. Love to all 🤍
Rita A Wemmer says
My dear sister I love you and am so sorry 😢
Love you and my heart aches for you and the family. My prayers and love for all. 🙏🏻🙏🏻💕💕
Mary Kindt says
Connie, prayers and hugs to you and your family so very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. May God wrap his arms of mercy and understanding around you and yours through this difficult time and beyond
Leslie Waldbauer says
Connie and Family, I am saddened by the news of Ed’s passing. Sending hugs and prayers for God to ease your pain and fill you with all the good memories of Ed. Keep them alive in your heart. Love and miss you Connie.
Candice Spencer says
Connie and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Ed but I worked with Connie for years and I know he was a good man. Always remember the memories, although now they may bring sadness, eventually those memories will be what brings a smile to your face.
Cherelee Martin says
Connie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sending love and hugs.
Jay Reardon says
Connie, I’m so sorry. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Ghilardi says
Thinking of you Connie and sending love and prayers.
Tammy Ryan says
Very sorry to hear about Ed’s passing. You are in my thoughts, Connie.
Vanessa Tolson says
Connie & family, I am saddened to hear of Ed’s passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Vanessa
Allen Chambers says
Connie and family, Kathy and I want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you on the the loss of such a great guy. We are so proud to call Eddie our friend. If we were to describe him with one word it would be Selfless. It’s been an honor to know him for over 20+ years. His knowledge and problem solving skills for fixing farm equipment was unmatched, to say the least. We will smile whenever we say his name. God bless!
Leo and Luci Dutton says
Leo and I send our love to the entire family. What a loss for all who knew and loved him.
Mike glueckert says
Connie and family! I’m so very sorry of this great loss! Eddy was the kindest best neighbor ever a friend of 60 years and we all will miss him . I’m so very sorry my personal thoughts and prayers with you all . So sorry Mary and Nina!
JoAnn Priebe says
Bob and I are at a loss for the right words to express our deepest sympathy.
Ed was a great friend from many years past.
Then became our family.
He will be so missed by so many.
RIP Eddy Joe Teddy Bob.
Rod Applegate says
Connie, Mary, Michele and family. What can I say about a great childhood neighbor who would put up with his little sister Mary, and her two crazy tag along friends from across the road. Ed was the type of person who was always there for everyone. Whether it was helping with a broken hay baler, chasing a loose cow, or finding that special bolt or wrench in his shop, he was always the first one to come to the rescue. He truly was help on a four-wheeler. I want to especially thank Ed for his support in looking out for my folks, helping make them feel comfortable in their home, during their last years. May we honor his life, by lending a helping hand to others, just as he did throughout his years.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Rest In Peace Ed.
Janet Sheehy says
My thoughts and prayers are with the Kinsey family. Mary and Kurt sending my love. It’s been a long time.
Judith Binkley says
Ed welcomed me to the Wednesday Early Bird Breakfast club so warmly 6 years ago after my father passed. I have so enjoyed those years. He was a fount of information that he easily shared. We are missing him on Wednesdays.
Carol Johnson Molyneaux says
I knew Ed through 4-H. He was a good friend and a wonderful person. Ed was always a gentlman. I am sorry for your loss of your husband, brother and dad.
Dianne says
Nona, May your memories of your brother comfort you now and in the future. Praying for you and your family.
Nancy Rude says
Ed was always there when I needed help with haying, finding hay, or obtaining a 4H steer for my kids, even loaning halters for them to show in. My extended family went to school with him and always considered him a friend, too. Will truly miss you, Ed.
Amanda Bunch says
My condolences and prayers go out to Ed’s family! I am deeply saddened and yet emotional happy that this sweet, kindhearted, caring man has passed on! Much gratitude to our Great and Merciful God that sent his Son Jesus Christ to take away pain suffering and give us Eternity forever with Him without sin and a Everlasting place in his Kingdom to share with others that suffer in this body as well! I really loved Ed. He was always smiling when he came into Costco! I always asked him when I was at the gas pumps working Ed. What are u doing today? He said fueling up and got my honey do list for my wife! I later met his daughter that always helped him and she was so sweet just like him! I was always so grateful I saw him when I did! Strong man!! I luved the hugs he gave and I luved being able to help him in anyway to make things easier in the store. Hopefully I gave him what is not always famous but a smile on my face! Hope the family understands that a fathers luv is unconditional! Luv Amanda
Carlsons of Helena says
We certainly send our love and blessings to all
Eds family :Many youngins incl ours learned to drive & use a stick shift on the gravel farm road from the Quanset to the west canal paralleling Gr.Meadow Dr.
When querried by anxious parents” but what if they drive off road” Ed would say, nah don’t worry, Mom (Sylvia) has ’em in her binocular sights AND
Pa and I have tractors to pull ’em back on the road. Sheww! We managed to have go on and have good drivers! RIP good and faithful friend!
CoriLea Broadbrooks(Hintz) says
So sorry to hear about Ed I remember running to the shop to see him as a kid and him coming to Sylvia’s during my sewing lessons, he always had a hug and a smart little comment for me, he will truly be missed. Kinsey gardens was my other home growing up.
Michaelson-Morse says
Sending healing prayers and love your way, during this difficult time. God bless your family.
Don Crawford says
Connie I am very sorry for your loss. Ed was a great man and he shared many stories with me on his porch, tractor and his 4 wheeler. We had a lot of laughs together. If You ever need anything, please feel free to contact me anytime. My phone # 406-461-8182 and my work # 406-447-3219 . You and I are working for the same state agency now. My new position with the state is a Disabled Veteran advocate as well as a Department of Labor workforce consultant.. We have met several times on your place when I was over there hanging out on the farm during muzzel loader season for deer.
I spent most my time on your place just taking photos of the wildlife wandering around. Ed will truly be missed and most of all all the great stories we shared on your porch,
Contact me anytime if I can be any help on the place .
A TRUE Friend
Don Crawford
Email[ Donald.Crawford@mt.gov