Edward Frank Nilsen, on December 17, 2024, of Gloucester City. Age 83.
Devoted husband of Joanne Nilsen (nee Braciszewska) for 56-years. Loving father of Donna Wilson (the late Kenneth), Raymond Deleandro (Bev), and Patricia Marchese (Edward). Beloved grandfather of Jennifer Shortridge (Wes), Ken Wilson (Jackie), Matthew Deleandro (Kim), Dominik Marchese (Victoria), Joseph Marchese (Jessica), and Paul Marchese (Tiera). Cherished great-grandfather of 9. Dear brother of Victor Nilsen (the late Joan).
Edward proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked as a truck driver for the Bulletin and then for the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Services will be held privately at the request of the family.
