Michael W. Eddy, 69, of Methuen, formerly of Reading, passed away at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers on Thursday evening, February 15. He was the husband of Cathy M. (Sullivan) Eddy.

Born and raised in Lynn, he was the son of the late Warren, and the late Pauline (Moore) Eddy. Michael attended Lynn schools, and was a graduate of American International College in Springfield where he attended on a football and baseball scholarship. He also served in the Massachusetts National Guard.

Michael was a longtime sales representative for Metropolitan Pipe & Supply in Cambridge. Following his retirement due to health reasons, he continued to work for them on a part-time basis up until only recently. Michael's love of sports and athletics continued throughout his life, as both an avid fan and participant.

In addition to his wife Cathy; Michael is survived by two daughters, Kerry Yurewicz and her husband John of Reading, and Taylor Eddy of Brighton; and he was preceded in death by his son, the late Michael K. Eddy. He leaves behind three brothers in law, Fran Sullivan of Portsmouth, NH, Stephen Sullivan of Billerica, David Sullivan of Melrose; and a sister-in-law, Beth Brannock of Melrose. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Madelyn & Sofie Yurewicz, and Isabella Coughlin,daughter of a close family friend, Colleen Coughlin; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A funeral service will be held at the First Baptist Church, 45 Woburn St., Reading on Tuesday, February 20 at 11:00 am. Visiting hours will be at the Douglass, Edgerley & Bessom Funeral Home, 25 Sanborn St. (cor. of Woburn St.) in Reading on Monday evening from 4-8 pm. Burial will be at the Wood End Cemetery in Reading. Contributions in Michael's memory may be made to Teen Challenge New England, 1315 Main St., Brockton, MA 02301.