Edward Andrew McHale, age 42, born in Phoenix, AZ, left this world too soon on January 16, 2022. Ed is survived by his wife, Christine McHale, and five children, Ruby, Declan, Mikey, Frances and Theo. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence McHale and Madeleine McHale. The baby of six siblings, this father and legend is known to many as “Coach Ed.” He was a man who truly lived his life for others; for his family, his students and anyone he met. He knew everyone by name and no one who knew him could forget his contagious laugh or famous ‘dad jokes.’ A man of great faith, he loved to walk and pray his rosary, meet with other dads to pray, and take his family to mass on Sunday. He loved to teach, swim, wrestle, hike, play volleyball, and play catch with his kids, and of course cheer on his Cardinals and Suns!
He would always tell his wife that she made him a better man but truly it was he who made her better and his love for life and appreciating the small things and every moment made everyone around him better. May we learn from his example to count your blessings and love every moment, to soak up every hug with your children, to live life to the fullest even when everything around you tells you, you need more when right in front of you, you already have it all. He will truly be missed by many and will forever leave his print of love and laughter on this world.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 from 5-7pm with a rosary beginning at 6:15pm at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 2312 E Campbell Avenue, Phoenix.
Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 10:30am also at St Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. Burial to follow at St. Francis Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com
The Lishko Family
Coach Ed meant so much to our son Liam. Once he started working with him in the pool it was night and day what he could do before compared to now. Coach Ed was always so wonderful to talk to and he was so great with every kid he worked with. He will be missed greatly. We will continue to pray for his soul and for his beautiful family.
Beth Wurzelbacher
Dear Christine ,
We are so so sorry for your loss. You and your crew and your extended family have been in my daily prayers and will continue to be. I’m sending you and your mom a huge hug.
God is walking this with you. Just put your hand in his.
Love,
Beth and Bo Wurzelbacher
Kathi Miller
Coach Ed, you were there for us while I rehabbed in the pool. Your smile and cheers of encouragement were priceless.
Though you’re home with the Lord, you will be missed.
Katie O’Connor
My Cousin Eddie- so sad you are gone and you are missed so much. I’m so glad we got a chance to catch up in October for a couple of hours. You have a wonderful family and I know how proud you are of them all. Love you, and I wish you peace and love. I imagine you with you mom and dad and happy to be with god. Love you.
Tamie Hall
Eddie, I will miss your smiling face! Prayers for your beautiful and very loved family!
Christine, I’m so sorry for your loss! I believe he is watching over you and the kids, he loved you all so much! God bless you all!
Jim Pierson
Dear Christine,
Karrie and I have been thinking about you constantly and are sending love and prayers your way. Ed will always be with you as God is with you! We are heartbroken and love you and your family.
God Bless!
Jim and Karrie