He was born November 22, 1952 in Frankfort, Indiana, to the late William and Thelma Stoops; he moved to Lake Wales in 1979. Ed was a retired EMT for Polk County, following 20 years of service. He enjoyed cooking for a crowd. He attended The Bridge Central Church and The Ephraim Light Assembly Church.

Ed was proceeded in death by his sister, Donita Jarrell; and brother James Stoops. He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Sandra Wallace Stoops; daughters, Jennifer Leitner (Jarad) of Thonotosassa, and Angela Stoops (Julian) of Lake Wales; sons, Matthew Stoops of Kissimmee, James Wallace (Heather) of Palatka, Andrew Stoops of Lake Wales, Adam Stoops of Lake Wales, and Aaron Wallace of Fredericksburg, Virginia; nine grandchildren, Theron, Miracle, Amber, Jasmine, Marissa, Katlyn, Owen, Lilli, and Mary Beth; and two great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at The Bridge Central Church.