Ed Dolder was born in Seattle on Jan. 5, 1946, and died in Coupeville on May 8, 2011. He was the eldest son of Fred Dolder, Jr. and Francis Ewing Dolder.

He is survived by his sister, Jan White, brother, Richard Dolder, daughter, Andrea Dolder, and grandson, Jason Atkins.

Ed grew up in Mountlake Terrace and enjoyed wrestling and football in high school. He went on to join the Air Force and later owned his own remodel contracting business. He was married to Shelby Blackwell, Mary Muzzuco and Vicki McNeal.

Throughout his 20s and 30s, Ed was involved in motorcycle desert racing, snowmobile riding, and various other sports. He was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis when he was in his late 30s, and spent the last 10-plus years of his life at Careage of Whidbey.

Ed was a very strong and determined individual — his strength is an inspiration. He was an excellent father, always supportive and encouraging. He was a hard worker who strived to be the best. He is loved by many, and has been a blessing in our lives. We will all miss him dearly.

Memorial services will be held on Thursday, May 19, at 2:30 p.m. at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent; and on Friday, May 20, at 2 p.m. at Careage of Whidbey in Coupeville. All are invited to attend. Arrangements are entrusted to Burley Funeral Chapel where friends may go online at www.burleyfuneralchapel.com to sign a guest register and leave memories for the family.