Age 96 died Monday November 11, 2024, following a brief illness. Born in Thomas, WV and lived in Canton most of his adult life. He was a graduate of Fairmont State University and served in the U.S. Air Force. Ed retired from East Canton High School working as a teacher as well as the head baseball coach and assistant football coach. He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Barbara (DiBacco) Sedmock of the home; sons: Mark (Karen) Sedmock of North Canton, Matthew (Donna) Sedmock of Akron, Michael (Christen) Sedmock of North Canton, Patrick (Christy) Sedmock of Uniontown; daughters: Ann (Mike) Looby of Canton, Linda (Mike) Costello of Magnolia, Emma George of North Canton; 16 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at 11:00 am in St. Peter Catholic Church with the Very Reverend Dr, David M. Misbrener as celebrant. The burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call on Thursday evening from 4:00 to 7:00 pm in the Wackerly Funeral Home. We would like to extend a special, “Thank You” to the staff at Canton Christian Home for all the personal love and care. Donations may be made in his name to St. Peter Catholic Church. Personal condolences are invited online at: www.wackerlyfuneralhome.com