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Edward Engelbert Obituary

Engelbert, Edward B.

When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me, remember the love that we have shared, and that will comfort thee... Edward B. Engelbert, of Sunnyside Rd., Nichols, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, March 12, 2012, at his home. Ed is survived by his wife, Norma (Soule) Engelbert; stepchildren, Wendy (Andy) Kurtz, Donald (Nadine) Hunt, Shannon Hunt Huxtable; daughter-in-law, Vicki Hunt; brothers, Arthur R. Engelbert and Albert Engelbert; sister-in-law, Ina Mae Engelbert; grandchildren, Ashley, Adam, Aaron, Tristan, Josh, Ryan and Abby; several nieces, nephews and their families also survive. Ed was predeceased by his parents; stepson, Scott Hunt; brother, K. Kay Engelbert; sister-in-law, Dorothy Engelbert. A lifelong resident of Nichols, Ed was born on June 5, 1934 a son of Richard L. and Bernice (Cortright) Engelbert. Ed was a graduate of Nichols High School Class of 1952 where he participated in baseball and in 1954 had the opportunity to sign up for Major League Baseball. Ed was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Nichols, enjoyed golfing, hunting and being with his family. An active member of the community, Ed served as Nichols Justice, Town Supervisor, Town Assessor. He will be greatly missed by his family and his community. A period of visitation and time of sharing memories will be held on Friday, March 16th, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. Funeral services and a celebration of Ed's life will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the funeral chapel with a period of visitation from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Interment and prayers of committal will follow in the Nichols Cemetery. Memories and condolences for Ed's family may be shared by visiting our website at www.sutfinfuneralchapel.com. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the First Presbyterian Church, PO Box 146, Nichols, NY 13812.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Mar. 14 to Mar. 15, 2012.

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March 30, 2012

I can remember playing with Ed and his brother in the barn and around the cows as a young boy when visiting my uncle Howard Goodwin just down the road. Many fond memories. My condolences to the family. Chuck Goodwin

Frank & Carol Webster

March 20, 2012

I knew Ed as a co-worker and a friend and I know he will be missed by all who knew him. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all, God bless.

March 18, 2012

To the entire family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will always remember Ed's smile whenever he wanted to share a golf story.
The Coles
Jan, Debbie, Adam and BJ

Charlene Lang (Campbell)

March 17, 2012

To the entire Engelbert family..I am so sorry to read of Ed 's passing. Mom was just talking about Ed on the phone..with tears in her voice..tears of life long friendship. God Bless all.

Shanahans

March 16, 2012

god bless Eddie

March 16, 2012

he was good man

grace ide

March 16, 2012

he was good man

Marilyn Hunt Chandler

March 15, 2012

I've known Ed for many years.. as a child who grew up in Nichols and as a co-worker.. Always a nice guy and willing to help... I'm most grateful for his loving kindness and guidance to my nieces and nephews... I know he loved them and will be deeply missed..
Thank You Ed... RIP

Stephen Merz

March 15, 2012

Art and family; my heartfelt condolences in you loss. My prayers are with you.

Grandpa Ed and baby Aaron

Wendy Kurtz

March 15, 2012

My stepdad was one of the good guys and we will always miss you.

chuck donlon

March 15, 2012

AL , sorry about your brother,good luck to you!

Dorothy Soule

March 15, 2012

God gave us memories so we have roses in December. You will be miss.

Roy ( Bud) Cortright

March 15, 2012

Thoughts and prayers to the entire Engelbert family . I spent many years deer hunting on the farm with Ed and his brothers with my father and grandfather . Ed always had something to tell you about hunting .

Lisa Zorn

March 15, 2012

Norma, Wendy, Don, and Shannon, I'm so sorry to hear about ED. If any one of you need anything please let me know. Even if it's just to talk. I am here for you all.

Lisa Zorn

Jack Collins

March 15, 2012

Worked with Ed at IBM. A good man is gone. My condolences to Ed's family.

Wayne and Cindy Middendorf

March 14, 2012

Thoughts and prayers are with you, Norma, and with all who loved Ed.

March 14, 2012

My condolences to Norma and the entire Engelbert family, may the lord be with you.

Howard Terwilliger North Carolina

March 14, 2012

My condolences to Norma and the family. If there is any thing we can do, please let us know. Lou and Cheryl

Shannon Huxtable

March 14, 2012

Miss you already, but know that you are OK now. Will alway cherish the time together!

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