Edward W. Trimmer, Jr., 71, of Easton died Thursday, July 30, 2026 in his home surrounded by his family. Born August 29, 1954 in Phillipsburg, he was the son of the late Edward W. Trimmer, Sr. and Lillian (Everitt) Trimmer. Ed graduated from Phillipsburg High School in 1974 and worked for Johanna Foods, Flemington, NJ for almost 40 years. Prior to that he worked for Owens-Brockway, Belvidere where he met his wife of 37 years, Corinne (Kopach) Trimmer. He was a coach for Forks Township football and wrestling teams and a drummer in a band.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Corinne are two sons, Bradley Trmmer and his wife, Michelle and Ryan Trimmer; three daughters, Gwyn Gildner and her husband, Harold, Christina Trimmer and Lyndsie Trimmer and her significant other, Robert; two brothers, Elwood Trimmer and his wife, Michele and Kevin Trimmer and his wife, Lisa; two sisters, Sandy Rasley and her husband, David and Susan Keyser and her husband, Pat; ten grandchildren; two great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Kathy Inman.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
