Edward was born on January 25, 1940 in Kapuskasing, Ontario. He enlisted in the Amy in November 1957. He served with the Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada in Canada and Germany. Rifleman Horn was discharged in April 1 1963. Upon returning to civilian life, Edward worked for a local paper mill for 32 years. Edward has been a member of Kapuskasing Legion Branch 85 for 50 years.