Edward (Ed) Joseph Rupard, age 82, of North Beach, MD died on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, MD.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Jean; four sons Steve and his wife, Jeanie; Ed and his wife, Linda; Scott and his wife, Dana; and Dan and his wife, Terry. He will also be missed by his 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Ed retired as a Battalion Chief with the DC Fire Department in 1977, after a 25 year career. He and Jean have resided in Calvert County since 1972.

A private interment took place at Southern Memorial Gardens on Friday, January 25. A good man has left us.

Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home.