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Edward Bantz Obituary
Rutland - Edward J. Bantz, 67, of Rutland, formerly of Worcester, passed away suddenly at home after being stricken ill in his sleep Monday, November 24th 2014.
Edward was born in Staten Island, New York, the son of the late Marguerite (Patterson) Bantz. He grew up and graduated from High School on Staten Island. While on vacation in Florida, Edward met and in 1978 married the love of his life and devoted wife Barbara Beando. Together they settled in Worcester where they lived happily until moving to Rutland in 2003.
Edward was a licensed Plumber and Pipefitter working for the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union before accepting a position with Wyman- Gordon Company in Grafton where he has worked since.
Edward is survived by his wife Barbara; and his father Davis Bantz and his wife Eileen of Strasburg PA. Other family members include his sister and brother in law, Susan and Fidoro Scalercio of East Strasburg, PA; Brother and sister in laws, Anthony and Deborah Beando Jr. of Worcester and cousins Carl and Jeanne Bahm in New Jersey; nieces, nephews and extended family members. A brother in law, James "Jim" Beando and nephew Dale Beando pre deceased him.
Growing up in New York, Edward was a huge New York area sports fan including the New York Yankees and the New York Giants. He loved to Golf, Play cards, horse racing and especially traveling with his wife Barbara to Maine all year long. He was a member of the AFL-CIO Plumbers and Pipefitters Union. Edward also served in the U.S. Army National Guard in New York.
Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family Saturday November 29th 2014 from 9 am to 10:30 am in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. followed by a prayer service at 10:30 am. Entombment will follow in St John Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Bantz
Janet Lynch-Hellmann
December 15, 2014
Deepest sympathy to Edward's family and friends. He was my second cousin and although it has been many years since we were in contact, I have many photos of him attending my birthday parties when we were very young. His mom was one of my very favorite people and his grandmother was the life of every party. Rest in Peace dear Edward.
Marilyn Mann Faulkner
December 14, 2014
I went to grammar school and high school with Eddie. He lived on the same street down the hill in what use to be woods. I remember when he and his family moved there. My memory is that he was always a very nice guy in childhood and during his teenage years. I am glad that he married the love of his life and had a good life with his family. My sympathy to his family and I hope you can take comfort in knowing that he is remembered as one of the good guys during childhood and adulthood by his childhood peers.
December 14, 2014
I went to grammar school and high school with Eddie. He lived on the same street down the hill in an area that use to be woods. I remember when he and his family moved there. My memory is that he was always a very nice guy in childhood and during his teenage years. It gives me pleasure to know that he married the love of his life and had a good life with family but saddens me that his life ended so early. My sincere sympathy to his family. I hope you take comfort in the fact of knowing that he has been remembered as one of the good guys by his peers in childhood.
JOAN (JOSEPH) CARUSO
December 13, 2014
WENT TO P.S.8 & TOTTENVILLE HS...I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM, AS A GREAT GUY. HE IS PART OF MY GOOD CHILDHOOD MEMORIES.
Linda A Barbes Stein
December 12, 2014
I went to Grammar School PS 8 & Tottenville High School with Eddie. RIP We will miss him...Condolences to all of his family. We lived pretty close to eachother also in Great Kills, SI, NY. Linda Barbes Stein
Florence Fehlhaber
December 12, 2014
We grew up in Great Kills together and graduated from Tottenville HS. RIP Eddie God bless you and your family.
Chuck & Cookie Donaghy
December 3, 2014
Barbara,
Words can never explain how much Eddy will be missed by you,his family and his friends. We will really miss our crazy pitch games. I still think the guys cheated..
Love ya,
Cookie & Chucky
Deb Lombardi
December 1, 2014
So very sorry for your loss Barbara. My prayers are with you.
Eugenia Christy
November 28, 2014
Dear Barbara,
I know how hard this is for you, but please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you. Love,
MARYELLEN LAMBERT
November 28, 2014
BARBARA SO SORRY MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS WITH YOU GOD BLESS YOU
rosalie
November 27, 2014
barb, so sorry to hear about eddy my thoughts and prayers are with you
GOLDE
November 27, 2014
BARBARA,I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR YOU LOSS YOUR HUSBAND, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME.
chan
November 27, 2014
My deep condolences Bantz family. As you grieve, may you find comfort in God's Word, knowing that " He cares for you ". - 1Peter5 : 7
diane reilly
November 27, 2014
Hi Barbara I am so sorry for your loss I will keep you in my prayers. diane reilly
Nancy Beam
November 26, 2014
Barbara I am sorry for the loss of your husband my prayers are with you.
Joan Going
November 26, 2014
Barbara~
My thoughts, love, & prayers are with you.
Joan
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