Edward Michael Croskey, Jr. “EC”, age 61, of Grand Rapids, was called to his heavenly home on Thursday, February 9, 2023. Ed was a joyful man who loved his family and enjoyed living his life on his terms. He enjoyed watching movies, cars, and traveling out west by train. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Jeanne Croskey; and nephew, Justin Michael Nawrot. Edward will be loving remembered by his sister, Peggy (Jim) Nawrot; nephews and nieces, Aaron Nawrot, Josh (Katie) Nawrot, Ryan Nawrot, Evan Nawrot, Shannon Nawrot, Megan (Andrew) Kuzawa; great nephews and nieces, Tristan, Ashton, Genna, Daxton, and one more on the way.  The family will greet visitors on Thursday, February 16, from 10 - 11 am at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 1253 52 St. SE, where the Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 am, with Father Peter Vu as celebrant. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Edward may be made to the Humane Society of West MI.