Edward Jerome Verdeflor, died Friday, April 12, 2024 at the age of 39. Loving husband of Lauren, devoted “Cat Dad” of Tiger, beloved son of Josephine and Eddie, dearest son-in-law of Helen and the late Jesus, brother-in-law (BIL) of Stephanie, and dear brother of Kaishia, Manuel, Nemiah and Debrah. Edward spent 17 years employed at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City and the last 7 years as a surgical technologist in the Limb Lengthening service. He looked forward to work every day and loved his time with the staff. In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation to: The Colorectal Cancer Alliance to support lowering the colon cancer screening age to 35 years old Mass of Christian Burial offered at Our Lady of Fatima Church on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10 AM. Private Cremation followed at All Souls Crematory, East Elmhurst, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378​ www.papaverofuneralhome.com