Edward A. Kirchhof, Jr. 84, born July 14, 1935 of Pinos Altos passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019 in Silver City, New Mexico. 

Funeral services will be held 2:00 at Bright Funeral Home Chapel on December 5, 2019. Interment will follow at Pinos Altos Cemetery.  

Edward A. Kirchoff, Jr is survived by his wife Gail R. Davis-Kirchoff of 14 years of marriage, also sisters, Elizabeth Kirchhof, Bernadette Kirchhof, and a brother Frank Kirchhof. Daughters, Michelle and Pamela and one son John. Many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He served in the Navy for 4 years. Then, he went to work for NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) for 30 years. While at JPL he was working on the Hubble. He then retired in Pinos Altos. His special response was “Perfect and Getting Better”. Known as Mr. Ed.Pall Bearers William “Bill” Davis, Rob Bates, Brian Baker, Cory Dunivan, Tom McCarty, and Justin Davis.Honorary Pall Bearer: Sam HillIn lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to a choice of organization.  Bright Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, “Traditional Services and Care for your family and friends”, 210 W. College Ave., Silver City, New Mexico 88061.  Phone 575-388-1911.  Remembrances can be made at www.hbrightfuneral.net