Edward “The Legend” Labacz, Jr. age 69 of Naugatuck, beloved husband of Susan (Ramia) Labacz, entered peaceful rest on Sunday, October 11, 2026 in the Lutheran Home of Southbury. Born in Derby on November 18, 1956, he was a son of the late Edward, Sr. and Esther (Greski) Labacz.
A retired truck driver for CT Stone, Ed was a joyful presence everywhere he went. Affectionately known as “The Legend”, he was also the governor of his neighborhood and took great pride in those lasting relationships. Edward was also a US Navy veteran. He enjoyed fishing as well as boating, visiting the casinos, and was an obsessive NY Giants fan. Above all else though, he was a dedicated husband and father who always put family first. Edwards family would also like to take a moment to thank the staff of Unit C2 South of the Lutheran Home of Southbury for their extraordinary care and compassion in his final moments.
In addition to his beloved wife, Susan, of 39 years, survivors include his cherished daughters, Kristie – Lee Labacz, and Samantha Labacz; siblings, Joseph Labacz and his wife Sandy of FL, Elizabeth Rosendahl and her husband Peter of FL, and Elaine Lonergan and her husband Stephen of Seymour, as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Edward was predeceased by his sisters, Alice Rogers and Patricia Duke.
A Memorial Service celebrating “The Legend’s” life will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 12 pm in the Ralph E. Hull Funeral, 161 W. Church St. Seymour, CT 06483. Relatives and friends can greet the family Saturday morning from 10 am until the time of services. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Ed’s name can be made to the Lutheran Home of Southbury, 990 Main St. N., Southbury, CT 06488. For more information or to leave an online condolence, please visit us at www.hullfh.com