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Edwin Risdon Obituary
Frankford - Risdon, Edwin Frank Sr. age 83 of Frankford Twp., NJ passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side Tuesday August 25, 2020 at the Karen Ann Quinlan Home for Hospice Fredon, NJ. Born in Morristown, Edwin had lived briefly in Millington, NJ before moving to the family farm on Madison Road Frankford Twp., NJ where he grew up. In 1963 Mr. Risdon purchased the land and began his business Harmony Ridge Farm and Campground located on Risdon Drive Frankford Twp., NJ.
Son of the late Harold and Helene (nee Russ) Risdon, Edwin was a graduate of the Newton High School class of 1957. In addition to a lifetime of operating his very successful and popular campground, Mr. Risdon was a member, board member and past President (2001-2003) of the NJ Campground Owners Association (1995-2003) as well as a member and of the North East Campground Owners Association (2005-2008). Mr. Risdon was the Chairman of the Great Escape Committee 2005-2008 as well has attended the Conference of Camping for forty-three years. Edwin had also enjoyed many years of dedicated service to the Frankford Twp. Vol. Fire Department and was also a Life Member of the NJ Fireman's Association.
A Master Mason and member of the Kittatinny Masonic Lodge #164 F&AM Frankford Twp., NJ, Edwin was inducted February 4, 1963, passed May 6, 1963 to fellow craft and raised to a Master Mason June 3, 1963. A member of the Frankford Twp. Planning Board from 1973 to 1991, he also served as a Frankford Twp. Committeeman in 1992 and 1993. Mr. Risdon had proudly served as Frankford Twp. Mayor in 1994 as well as a past member and past President (1987-1990) of the Sussex County Vocational School Board of Education from 1981 to 1990. A loving and devoted family man and friend to many; Edwin's presence, spirit and generosity will be truly missed and will live on throughout Frankford Township.
Mr. Risdon was pre deceased in life by his brothers Harold and Robert "Red" Risdon. Survivors include his beloved wife DorisAnn (nee Pierson), his son Edwin F. Jr. and wife Susan Risdon of Frankford Twp., his daughter Elizabeth and husband Frank Struble of Montague, his grandchildren Brittany and Trevor Risdon, his great grandson Jayden Risdon as well as his brothers Hugh Risdon of Frankford Twp. and Charles Risdon of Branchville.
Visitation will be held Tuesday September 1, 2020 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Harmony Ridge Office/Pavilion #23 Risdon Rd. Frankford Twp., NJ. The Funeral Services conducted by the Rev. Jefferson Hatch will also be held in the Campground Office/Pavilion Wednesday morning September 2, 2020 at 11 AM. Interment Services will immediately follow in the Branchville Cemetery Pines Rd. Branchville, NJ. Arrangements are being handled by the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. (Rt. 206) Newton, NJ. In lieu of flowers memorials in Edwin's memory may be made to The Frankford Township Fire Department P.O. Box 419 Augusta, NJ 07822, and The Blue Ridge Rescue Squad P.O. Box 232 Branchville, New Jersey 07826 Online condolences may be offered through www.iliff-ruggierofuneralhome.com
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Sheila Jaworski
January 1, 2022
Thank you Ed for all that you did for me, specially when i thought of myself less than you saw! if it wasn't for you and your family, God knows where i would be today! I will miss you greatly! You were the kindest and compassionate person i have ever met!
Edward Cozine
September 5, 2020
Ed was a true gentleman and a great friend ! When he was on the planning board in 78 he was the most helpful one!~ Cutting thru a lot of red tape!! He has since been a great friend and Barbara and I were honored to work on the recall movement!! He will be missed!!
Carlo Cellucci
September 4, 2020
Rip Ed, you were always a straight shooter, with a huge heart, that would give the shirt off your back, to anyone that needed it.
Cindy Pierson
September 3, 2020
RIP Ed you will be remembered for your kindness and generosity. Thank you for taking Roger and me out to dinner at Culver's Lake when we came to visit. Thank you for giving our kids lots of quarters so they could play the games. You were a good Uncle and Brother in law. You will be missed.
Emma Robbins
September 3, 2020
RIP Ed.
Karla Risdon-Nugent
September 2, 2020
Karla Risdon-Nugent
September 2, 2020
Mark jackman
September 2, 2020
Good people good man thank you
Eileen Sorokach
September 2, 2020
I didn't know Ed for very long, but long enough to learn he had a very kind and generous heart. Thank you, Ed. Rest easy. Condolences to the Risdon family.
Eileen Sorokach
September 2, 2020
God bless Ed, for his kind heart and generosity. My condolences to the Risdon family.
Eileen
September 2, 2020
God bless Ed, for his kind heart and generosity. My condolences to the Risdon family.
Eileen
September 2, 2020
God bless Ed, for his kind heart and generosity. My condolences to the Risdon family.
Craig Kellstrom
September 2, 2020
I initially got to know Ed on a business capacity. Each time I saw him was a pleasure and I soon considered him a friend. He always asked how things were and he meant it. He had a stronger sense of community than we younger folks are accustomed to. He always kept his ear to the grindstone and shared good advice with me. I was soon eager to see him again so we could share the latest and see how he would surprise me again with his wisdom. He was a man of integrity, the type man to do business with a handshake and a look in the eye. Always a fair man to do business with. He had a stern look about him but had a heart of gold. I will miss him very much and am grateful to have had the pleasure to know him. My sincere condolences to Ed Jr and family. My heart is heavy to learn of his passing.
Sean McGuire
September 1, 2020
I will never forget the winter night Mr. Risdon and his wife visited the dealership to look at new Cadillac's. I had never met him before and simply asked them to let me know how I could help. He looked at me and said he wanted to buy a Cadillac or two. I said great. He said I bet your not sure I can afford a Cadillac with a little twinkle in his eye. I thought how do I reply, how do I reply. So I quickly said oh I think you can afford to buy all the Cadillac's we have and boy did he love that. I always enjoyed seeing him when he visited the dealership and appreciated his generosity. My condolences to the Risdons.
Ann Bain
September 1, 2020
Small towns are known for people supporting each other - Eddie was the best of those. He will be missed
Roger Pierson
September 1, 2020
Ed was always very kind and generous to me and my family. He never got angry when I broke his tools. He will be missed.
Alan (A.D.) & Laura Delea
September 1, 2020
To the Risdon Family & Friends - We are so very sorry for your loss and send our sincere condolences. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sheryl Witherell
September 1, 2020
Sorry to learn Ed has passed away..He was a longtime customer at Yetters Diner..along with Jake Tanis..Tom Bain..Frank Kymer..It’s a loss for Frankford Township. Condolences to the entire Risdon family.
Linda Risdon
August 31, 2020
My Uncle Ed was a kind man who was the link that kept me bound to the Risdon side of my family. Through him, my love for horses was born. I rode his retired gymkana horse, Cherokee, from my earliest memory. I enjoyed going back to visit him when I was in NJ, he and my Aunt Doris Ann always welcomed me. He's with my Dad, Uncle Red, and my grandparents now.
Jayne Litts-Patricia
August 31, 2020
To the family of Eddy Risdon. You were blessed with a very loving and
talented father. He will be missed by all. He Brought joy to everyone.
We send our sympathy to you and pray the Lord will help you through this time of sorrow. Jayne Litts-Patricia
Robert Zeoli
August 31, 2020
Great guy, Rest in Peace Ed
Mary Lou and Bob Rome
August 31, 2020
Doris and family.. sorry for your loss. Just know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope in time memories of your time together will bring you comfort. RIP Ed
Robert Zeoli
August 31, 2020
Rest in Peace Ed.
Robert Zeoli
Warren W BRADBURY
August 30, 2020
Rest in peace Mr Risdon, so glad to have met you Prayers for the family
Thea
August 30, 2020
Ed and i were polar opposites with our political views, but I always loved talking with him about politics, machining, his great soap carvings and life. He was truly a brilliant man and will definitely be missed.
alyse wright
August 30, 2020
RIP was wonderful knowing you and coming to the campground for our 1957 get togethers Alyse Schelling Wright
Frank Struble
August 30, 2020
I Married his daughter Elisabeth in 2011 and from that day he was like a step dad to me he will be missed greatly
Bryan Treible
August 30, 2020
Via con Dios Amigo
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