MONTPELIER: Edward Ghiringhelli, 79, of Gould Hill Road, died Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Berlin Health and Rehabilitation in Berlin, Vt. He was born in Montpelier on February 14, l932 to John and Ilene (Dwire) Ghiringhelli. He attended Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High in l950. He entered the United States Marine Corps Reserves in l949 and went on active duty in l950, serving until l952. Edward was formerly married to Janis Graham. He was retired from the State of Vermont Agency of Transportation. His memberships included Montpelier Elks Lodge, Aurora Lodge #22 F& AM, Montpelier Gun Club and Barre Rifle and Pistol Club. He is survived by his son, John Ghiringhelli and his companion, Valerie Stark, of Montpelier; daughter Christine Ghiringhelli and her companion, Michael Duprey; grandsons, Christopher and Connor Duprey of Barre. His closest friend and cousin, Raymond Alvarez; his cousin Evelyn (Alvarez) Trono of Burlington, and family and friends.He was pre-deceased by his son Michael Ghiringhelli. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 11:00 am at Barber & Lanier Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Montpelier. Calling hours are Tuesday, November 8 from 5pm until 7pm. Burial will be in the Green Mount Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the American Cancer Society.