Col. Edward F. Anibal, Jr. ’61

COL. EDWARD F. ANIBAL, JR., Fort Worth, TX, died February 26, 2023. Born in Schenectady, NY, Ed spent summers in his youth working in his parents’ snack shop on Saratoga Lake as well as Saratoga Racetrack. He graduated from Saint Michael’s with a degree in chemistry/biology and earned a master of science degree in management from the University of Arkansas. In 1962, Ed married his high school sweetheart, MaryElizabeth “MaryE” Vavasour. He was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force in 1962 through Officer Training School and served for 24 years, stationed throughout Europe and the United States. During his distinguished years of service, Ed was awarded numerous medals for heroism, meritorious service, and excellence. “The Colonel,” as he was affectionately known, was a man of few words, but knowing his family was well-fed and under his roof brought him a sense of joy. Ed is survived by his wife of 60 years, four children, eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and extended family.