Edward J. Hettinger ’54

EDWARD J. HETTINGER, Marblehead, MA, died January 12, 2023. After graduating from Saint Michael’s, Ed entered the U.S. Air Force in 1955 and began a career that spanned almost 30 years. He held staff and command positions across the country and around the world. He did two tours of duty in Vietnam and received many awards and decorations, including the Bronze Star. Upon his Air Force retirement, Ed returned with his wife and family to Marblehead and began a second career at Dynamics Research Corporation, from which he retired in 1997. Ed was the strong center of his family, passing on lessons of fortitude and perseverance through his example. According to his daughter Elizabeth, Ed “really knew how much his life was enriched by attending Saint Michael’s, and he was forever thankful for the education and guidance he received there.” Ed was predeceased by his beloved wife, Irene, and is survived by three children, five grandchildren, and extended family.