Eddie Lamar Mobley, Jr. was born in Quincy, Massachusetts on December 30, 1932 and was the only child of Eddie Sr. and Ruth Mobley. As a child, Ed enjoyed many outdoor activities including fishing and hunting. He became an Eagle Scout and at one point he was recognized along with a friend for saving someone's life, using skills acquired in the Boy Scouts.  Ed graduated from Quincy High School in 1950. Ed was a member of the Civil Air Patrol and the Air Force reserves.

Ed came to South Florida to pursue his dream of becoming a commercial pilot. He married his first wife, Marilyn, and his only child Donald was born. Due to a work injury that resulted in loss of one eye, he was not able to fly and he worked for many years for Florida Power and Light.

In 1986, Ed married his wife, Edith. They were married 35 years and shared many similar interests. They loved the Miami Dolphins and the Boston Red Sox and rarely missed a game. They enjoyed good food and wine. Their favorite restaurant was Joe's Stone Crabs. They loved to travel and went on countless cruises and visited many countries in Europe. Ed loved outdoor activities including canoeing, hiking, camping and bird-watching. He loved animals especially their cats and his beagle.  Ed predeceased Edith in death by only 8 weeks.

Eddie is survived by his beloved son, Donald; Stepdaughter, Sherry (Pat); grandchildren, Matthew (Lexi) and Ainsley (John); great grandchildren, Piper, Crawford and Maverick; extended family and friends.