EDWARD J. CHAVEZ

When I think of Ed: a great teacher, in the classroom and on the court; a sense of humor; patience; one of the first to welcome me to Tam; an institution at Tam HS; simply unforgettable.

Dear Eileen and family: I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Eddie. So many, many years ago, we used to enjoy watching the Redwood High basketball games and going after to Ricardo's for dinner. Those were good times!! Louise joins me in sending our love and prayers to you at this difficult time. God Bless, Ralph Cicurel

Sorry I could'na make it Bucky , by time I got up service was probably over & did'na even remember about reception , or might have made that

September 14, 2013
coach was always the bright light. he glowed
with passion and love for life. on the court,
in the halls and offices of tam, in the locker room at half time, chasing eddie joe around the bleachers in the gym, sternly explaining the play one more time, dancing with eileen, he glowed, and we all knew we were in great hands.
thanks coach,
michael biber

being a new student in 1967, I could always count on Mr. Chavez to help me find my way around campus. He made it easier to fit in at Tam to start my Junior year.

Mr. Chavez, you were and always will be part of my memories of my days at Santa Clara University.
After I became friends with EJ is when I met Ed. He made me feel welcomed at his home. He accepted me with my eccentricities with a smile and a slight laugh while shaking his head.
He will truly be missed, but always alive with the fond memories I have of him and the many adventures over the years with his family.

Eileen, Eddie Joe, Greg, Bucky, Patrick, Terry and Chris, Thank you for being an important part of my life. You always made me feel a part of your extended family both at your home and when we all helped keep Saturday mornings interesting for so many in your dad's program for kids at Tam High. Your dad was my mentor, my friend, and my role model for what family and love could be. He was a treasure, as are each of you.

Ed Chavez truly transcended. He was a brilliant coach, a loving husband and father, a good neighbor, a talented teacher. But ... he was more than that. He showed us how to value others, create community and embrace the joy of life. He was a special person and will truly be missed.

Dear Chavez Family, I am sorry for your loss. Ed was a great human being and we knew him as a gifted coach. He taught tennis to two of my son's, Matt and Tom, and in the process he imparted his life wisdom. The combination was unbeatable. Thanks Ed.
With deepest sympathy.
Betsy Groh & Family