Edward Claude Como

Edward C. Como, 87, of Grand Forks, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2011, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks. Edward was born May 24, 1924, in Little Falls, MN, the son of Edward B. and Viola (Woodley) Como. He grew up in Little Falls, MN and later attended Central High School in Grand Forks. Edward married Cora Van Mills on May 27, 1944 in Grand Forks. Edward worked for the Northern Pacific Railroad, Colborns and the N.D. State Mill before retiring in 1988. Cora died in 2002. Edward enjoyed woodworking, hunting and fishing. He was a longtime member of the University Lutheran Church in Grand Forks. Edward is survived by his children, Gary (Judy) Como of Grafton, WI, Charles (Philip Shadoan) of Beaverton, OR, Kathy (Ron) Kochevar of Manvel, ND, David (Susan) Como of Pelican Rapids, MN; brothers, Patrick (Genny) Como, Michael (Shirley) Como; sister, Beverly Scherer; 12 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Edward is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Cora; son, Jeffrey; brothers, William, Donald and Robert; granddaughter, Louise Rivers and a sister, Donna. MEMORIAL SERVICES: 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 3, 2011 at University Lutheran Church 2122 University Ave. of Grand Forks. VISITATION: Visitation will take place the hour prior to the funeral at the church. INURNMENT: Memorial Park South Cemetery, Grand Forks, ND.