Edward Martin Quinlan III, age 52 of Bridgeport passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2010 in his home. Born in Bridgeport he was the beloved son of the late Barbara A. Weaver Quinlan and Edward M. Quinlan Jr. He was a resident of Bridgeport and Fairfield most of his life and was a graduate of Roger Ludlowe High School Class of 1975. Edward was a machinist and tool and die maker and was employed by Bullards Co, Bridgeport Machines and Producto. He had a great love of automobiles and music. He is survived by his brothers, Michael E. Quinlan and his wife Arlene, Stephen C. Quinlan, Daniel A. Quinlan, Neil F. Quinlan and his wife Phyllis, and Gary J. Quinlan and his wife Victoria, and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be private at the convenience of his family. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers please make a contribution in his memory to the Bridge House, 880 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605. Arrangements by the Redgate-Hennessy Funeral Home, Trumbull.