Obituary of Edward Henry Sobiegray

Edward H. Sobiegray was born on August 27, 1952, in Tecumseh, Michigan. He was the second eldest of six children born to Edward and Lucy (Cooley) Sobiegray. He attended Britton Public Schools. Ed was employed as a laborer at his brother-in-law’s family business, Carter Building Services, for nearly ten years prior to his retirement.

Ed enjoyed being outdoors immersed in nature. He camped and hunted deer and small game such as rabbits, squirrels, and pheasants alongside his friends. Ed was fiercely independent. He taught himself to cook well and kept his home immaculately clean. Extremely methodical, everything had its place. He never missed an episode of his favorite court television programs.

Ed had gasoline in his blood and spent much of his free time at Milan Dragway in Milan, Michigan. A diehard Chevy man, he owned a Nova in the 1970’s. He also enjoyed wrenching on his friend’s cars and helping them with their many builds. When he wasn’t at the racetrack, Ed could be found socializing at the Sidetrack Bar and Restaurant in Milan.   Edward loved the ladies and was known to be quite the flirt.   The consummate gentleman, he was an excellent listener and always gave his lady friends his complete attention. Although, Ed could hold a conversation for hours, he despised talking on the phone, and it was rare to keep him on the line for more than five minutes. A devoted friend, Ed cherished his relationships and was never afraid to tell anyone that he loved them.

Edward H. Sobiegray, age 70, of Milan, Michigan passed away on Monday; January 30, 2023 at University of Michigan Ann Arbor Hospital. His passing was preceded by his parents; a brother: David Sobiegray in 2011; and a nephew: Kenneth Carter in 2020.  

To cherish his memory, he leaves his three sisters: Bonnie (Mark) Carter of Temperance, Michigan, Carol Sobiegray of Reading, Michigan, and Barb (Dave) Mullendore of Monroe, Michigan; one brother: Steve Sobiegray of Reading, Michigan; and several nieces and nephews.  The Sobiegray family is extremely grateful for the many close and generous friends that helped to care for Edward.

Friends may gather on Monday; February 6, 2023; from 2:00pm until 4:00pm at Merkle Funeral Service, Dundee; 297 Tecumseh Street, Dundee, Michigan 48131 (734) 529-3156.  A Celebration of His Life will begin at 4:00pm also at Merkle’s. Cremation will follow at the on-site crematory, Covenant Cremation of Erie, Michigan.

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