Edward Eugene Sofianek, Jr.

Edward Eugene Sofianek, Jr, 71 of Carrollton, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. He was the son of the late Edward Eugene Sofianek, Sr and Helen Rostas Sofianek. He is predeceased by special extended family member, Leah Walker. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Victoria Ann Sofianek; brothers in law, Robert Eisinger (Alison) and Vincent Eisinger; mother-in-law, Antoinette Melson; nephews and nieces, Vincent Eisinger, Jr (Kate), Jordan Pecile, Brittany Eisinger, Zachary Eisinger (Patricia), Morgan Lingenfelter (William), Christian Eisinger (Kaylee), Elise Hawkes, Madalyn Chevalier (Nick), Brady Eisinger, and Lillianna Eisinger; many great nieces and nephews; and special extended family members, Tina Pavlides, Sarah Omess, and Yan-Yan Li.

Ed Sofianek will be remembered for his kindness, generous spirit, and devotion to those he loved. Ed had the unique ability to teach others complex concepts by explaining processes in a manner tailored to the individual, whether the topic was science in a high school class, or a Sunday School lesson on Noah's Ark. Ed's love of Jesus Christ was the motivation for his willingness to serve others without the need for praise.

A Celebration of Life with Masonic Rites will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 2 p.m. at Little’s Funeral Home, Smithfield, VA. Online condolences may be registered at www.littlesfuneralhome.com