Edward Robert Mears, of Medford, on March 31, 2024. Beloved husband of Yolanda.  Loving father of Michele (John) Alvarado, Robert (Michele) Mears and Stephanie (Sidney Johns) Mears.  Cherished grandfather of Rayne, John, Theresa, Johnathyn, Nicholas, Anthony and Michael. Adored great grandfather of Fiona, Kayla, Travis and Jasmine.  Dear brother of Phil Mears, Katherine Geist and Laura Jacovelli.  Edward was a veteran of the US Army during the Vietnam War.  Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, from 5:00 – 9:00 PM at the McManus-Lorey Funeral Home, 2084 Horseblock Road in Medford, NY. A prayer service will be held on Wednesday evening at the funeral home.  The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at the McManus-Lorey Funeral Home.  Interment with honors will follow at Calverton National Cemetery.