Obituary of Edward A. Ilgen

Edward Andrew Ilgen, 73, passed away at home in Lacey, Washington on September 12, 2009. Ed was born October 22, 1935 in Kalispell, Montana to Andrew and Florence Ilgen. In 1953 he graduated from Flathead County High School and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Montana in 1957. After college Ed served his country as a US Naval Aviator from 1957-1963. During this time he married Patricia Gynn on April 11, 1958; the same day he was commissioned and began flight school. The couple has lived from Florida to as far away as Japan. After leaving military service his occupation was as a Human resources Executive for Hewlett-Packard, a career from which he retired in 1989.During his free time, Ed enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, playing bridge, golf and watching most sports, especially University of Montana Football. He was also very active as a community volunteer; using his talents and skills to benefit the community where he lived. He was a member of the Sigma Chi (University of Montana), Elks Club, American Legion, and the Association of Naval Aviation (Pt. Townsend, WA). Surviving Ed are his wife Pat; son John and wife Kathi; and daughter Kathy Ziebell; and 2 grandchildren. Ed was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Florence Ilgen; and a sister, Lois. Family suggests donations in Ed’s name be made to: University of Montana Foundation, PO Box 7159, Missoula, Montana 59807-9957. You may leave memories and condolences by clicking on "View Guestbook" below.