Edward Glackin

Edward. F. Glackin of Port Richmond passed away on July 11, 2026 at the age of 78. He was the son of Edward (Murph) and Elizabeth (McKeown) Glackin, He is survived by his wife Mary Ann(Becker) and his devoted son Jeremiah, both of whom took wonderful care of him during his illness. In addition he is survived by his son Ted (Colleen), and grandchildren Ted, Peter and Josephine; sisters Sr. Catherine Glackin, IHM and Sr. Mary Glackin IHM and brothers Michael (Micki) and Joseph (Maryellen)and his Godson Padraic Joseph Glackin and numerous nieces and nephews and cousins. In addition Ed was truly devoted to his four legged friends Nellie and the Bear!
Edward attended Nativity BVM Grade School and was a proud graduate of Northeast Catholic High School, Class of 1966. After graduating from North, Ed enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served for four years. He worked for the US Postal Service originally as a Mail Carrier, and later as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor. After obtaining a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Villanova University Ed obtained his Master of Arts Degree from West Virginia University.
He then became the Director of the USPS Employee Assistance Program for the State of West Virginia in 1987. In 2003, he returned with his family to Philadelphia, where he later retired from the Post Office as a Counselor. After retirement he had 2 part time jobs which he truly enjoyed. The first was as manager of the Book Store at his beloved alma mater Northeast Catholic. Later he enjoyed many hours as an usher for the Phillies from 2008 to 2018. There he watched one of the greatest runs in team history. All of his family credited him with the tremendous success of their beloved Phils! Ed was a lifelong fan of the Eagles and for many years had season tickets in the 700 Level. He also enjoyed following Villanova Basketball!
There will be a visitation with Ed’s family on Saturday July 18 from 9:00 to 11:00 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 at Nativity BVM Church at 2535 East Allegheny Ave. Phia., PA 19134. Interment will be at a later date at Washington Crossing National Cemetery. In memory of Ed, donations would be appreciated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary Sisters at Camilla Hall, 100 Maxis Drive, Malvern, PA 19355.
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