EDWARD FRANK JARKA, age 78, of Troy, passed away at his residence.  He was born in Cicero, IL on July 21, 1937 to the late Stanley and Grace Jarka.  His wife, Donna Lee (Carp) Jarka, preceded him in death on January 29, 2012.

Edward is survived by two daughters: Carie (Michael) Rowe of Troy and Victoria Jarka of Roanoke, VA; grandchildren: Tyler (Samantha Taylor) Rowe, Kyle (Jocelynn) Rowe, Leah Hoover, Abby Snay, Paige Snay and Isaac Snay; and great grandchildren: Cadence, Liam, Luxon, Zoe and Tanner; brother: Richard (Amy) Jarka; nieces: Miranda and Shannon and nephew: Rick.

Edward proudly served his country as a member of the US Navy as an electronic technician.  He was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Troy.  Edward retired as Safety Administrator for French Oil in Piqua.  He enjoyed reading, music and was a history buff.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00PM on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at the Baird Funeral Home with a prayer service to follow at 7:00PM.  Memorial contributions may be made to Miami County Veterans Museum, 107 West Main Street, Troy, OH 45373.  Friends may express condolences to the family through www.bairdfuneralhome.com.