Mr. Edward R. Carnes Sr., age 59 of Mesa AZ, formerly of Medford died Wednesday in the Banner-Baywood Hospital Mesa, AZ. He was the husband of the late Geraldine (Lally) Carnes.
Born in Boston, the son of the late John and Gertrude (Gatts) Carnes He was educated in local schools. Mr. Carnes was a professional truck driver for many years and a member of Local #25 Teamsters. He served our country as a U.S. Marine during the Vietnam Era. A very family minded individual, he enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by a daughter: Christine M. Carnes of Medford, a son: Edward R. Carnes Jr. of Queen Creek, AZ, three grandchildren, Thomas Jack Carnes, Sydney M. Carnes and Sophia M. Carnes. two sisters: Marie McCarthy and her husband Francis of NH, Gertrude Carnes of North Reading, two brothers: William Carnes and his wife Anne of Melrose, Robert Carnes and his wife Lynne of Somerville. Brother of the late John and Joseph Carnes. He leaves several Nieces & Nephews. A funeral will be held from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford, on Tuesday at 9 AM. Funeral mass in St. Joseph Church, 118 High Street, Medford, at 10:00 am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Monday 4-8 pm. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.