Edward Joseph Pelletier Jr., 83, a lifelong area resident, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the New York State Veterans Home at Montrose.

Born January 12, 1943, in Poughkeepsie, he was the son of the late Edward J. Pelletier Sr. and Elizabeth Albrecht Pelletier. Raised in Wappingers Falls, he attended St. Mary's Grade School and graduated from Wappingers Central High School in 1961.

Mr. Pelletier proudly served in the United States Navy from 1962 to 1966. During his service, he was stationed in Cuba, several Naval Air Stations, and aboard the USS America (CVA 66). His years in the Navy remained a point of deep pride throughout his life.

Following his military service, Ed began a 30 year career with IBM in Poughkeepsie, working in the Materials Distribution Organization until his retirement in 1997. He was a member of the IBM Quarter Century Club.

Ed was devoted to his faith and community. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #304 in Poughkeepsie and a 4th Degree Knight with the Florentine Council Assembly #695.

Proud to be a veteran, he was an active member of Arlington American Legion Post #1302, where he served with the Arlington Honor Guard. He was also a charter member and former trustee of the USS America Carrier Veterans Association, and a Life Member of the National Rifle Association.

On April 29, 1967, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Poughkeepsie, he married the former Rose Ann Germano. They shared 42 years of marriage before her passing in 2009.

Survivors include his brother, Dennis Pelletier, and wife, Barbara, of Virginia; as well as many nieces and nephews.

A period of visitation will be from 9 to 10:30 AM, Thursday, April 9th at Sweet's Funeral Home, Rte. 9, Hyde Park.

Graveside services with military honors will follow at 11 AM at St. Peter's Cemetery, Poughkeepsie.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Northeast NY Chapter, 22 Computer Drive West, Albany, NY 12205. (www.cff.org)

To send an online condolence, or for directions, please visit Ed's obituary page at www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.