Edward J. McGuire, of Furlong, died on Thursday, November 7, 2013, at home with his family by his side.

He was the beloved husband of thirty years of Nancy Hutfless McGuire.

Born in New York, NY, he was the son of Karen McGuire of Doylestown, PA, and the late Edward M. McGuire.

Ed received his bachelor of science from Blackburn College and went on to earn his doctorate in biochemistry at the University of Illinois. He conducted his research at the University of Michigan, Johns Hopkins University, the University of Pennsylvania, and National Jewish Hospital in Denver prior to assuming the position of Vice President of Research and Development at Neose Pharmaceuticals in Horsham.

Ed loved golf, reading and cooking, and he was active in the Glaciers Hockey Organization as well as the Hawks Women’s Hockey program. He enjoyed spending time at his family’s cottage in New Hampshire, sports, and hanging out with his family. His wit and warmth will be sorely missed by the many friends he made throughout the years.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter Suzanne Harkin, husband Patrick, of Trinidad, CO, son Michael, wife Monica, of Reno, NV, son Ian, wife Lisa, of Furlong, son Christopher of Philadelphia, and a brother Richard and wife Jane of Charlottesville, VA. He is also survived by his four grandchildren, Hannah, Hugh, Micaiah, and Bryce, and two great-grandchildren, Jayden and Jaxyn.

A memorial service will be held in the spring for friends and family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.