Photo courtesy of Colonial Funeral Homes - Brick
Brick, New Jersey
Sep 18, 1951 – Dec 10, 2024
EDWARD F. HECK
Youngest of the Five Hecks – Founder of CDE Fasteners
Raised in Elizabeth, Eddie Heck, 73, a longtime resident of Brick, died, Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Brick Hospital, of the aftereffects of a stroke. Many of his family were with him and had been every day over the past few months. Eddie was the youngest child of funeral director, Mary Mitchell Heck and realtor, Edward Heck, Sr.
He leaves his wife, Connie (Bussacco) and son, Daniel (Tricia Coburn) and grandsons, Jackson and Maxwell, sisters Mary Lou Farmer (Greg) and Suzanne Farrell Roeben (Gary), and sister in-law, Judy Heck. He was predeceased by his parents, brother Detective Robert Heck (Judy Amato), sister Kathleen and brother-in-law, Dr. Chauncey Maher, his baby daughter, in-laws Rose and Tom Bussacco and brother-in-law, Tom Bussacco. The Hecks are a very large and close knit family and Eddie also leaves nieces and nephews: Lisa Heck, Tamara Heck O’Brien (Kerry), Christine Heck Smith (James), Tamatha Hamill Costello (Terry), Melissa Hamill Arrigo (Doug), Amy Farmer Melber (Harry), Patrick Farmer, Erin Farrell Blake (Patrick), Kelly Farrell Kahney (Doug), Emily Maher Rabin (Alex), Dr. Chauncey Maher, IV (Erin), Sean Maher, Elliot Maher and seventeen great nieces and nephews. For decades, the entire family spent many, many days in Avon-by-the-Sea.
Ed Heck created CDE Fasteners, (the letters standing for Connie, Daniel, Eddie) in 1995 and developed it into a thriving company, now headed by his son, Daniel, who has taken it worldwide. Mr. Heck was a graduate of Saint Benedict’s Prep and is still remembered by many, sixty years later, for his role of Oliver when he was a freshman! He graduated from the University of Oklahoma as a business major. Eddie was a member of the Knights of Columbus for over thirty years.
Visitation will be from 3 – 7 p.m., Sunday, December 15 at the Colonial Funeral Home, 2170 Route 88, Brick. At 11:30 a.m., Monday, December 16 a Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at Saint Peter Church, Point Pleasant Beach. Cremation will be held privately.
As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his memory to Saint Jude Children’s Hospital www.stjude.org
Tributes and condolences are welcome at www.colonialfuneralgroup.com
Read MoreSo many beautiful things written about Eddie!
Having his sister, Kathleen, as a best friend growing up in Elizabeth, he was always the little brother. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. The Heck family has always been a tight knit group. They are always there for each other. Sending prayers to his family and relatives. May happy memories ease the loss of one so dear.
Rita Labrecque
December 19, 2024 | Little Sillver, NJ | Friend
My condolences to the family of such a wonderful person. Mr. Heck was an incredible man on many levels. As a childhood friend of Dan's, I can speak for a couple of us boys who didn't have great father figures in our lives that Mr. Heck was just that for us. My heart breaks for the Heck family and anyone that knew Ed. My love and prayers to everyone.
Michael Cappadona
December 16, 2024 | Brick, NJ | Friend
He was an awesome little brother!! He supported his 4 siblings through thick and thin. He was particularly proud of his parents, Mary and Ed, and was broken hearted when they passed. He was tremendously close to his mom and he was only 18 when she passed away. He was a warrior who fought many battles especially those with his health. We all thought he would beat this new illness, and walk again, and come home. It's consoling that he's no longer in pain and in a better place and...
Suzanne Heck Roeben
December 14, 2024 | Middletown Township, NJ | Sister
From Ed’s Class of 1969 at Saint Benedict’s Prep, our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband and father. Ed was always a bigger than life personality who always made his Classmates laugh and smile whenever he entered a room. Our Class was so happy to see Ed at our 50th Reunion. Many of us have felt a sense that a wonderful person has left this earth.
As the days slowly pass, I hope that your family find comfort and support in the people that surround you and the wonderful memories...
Jay CAWLEY
December 13, 2024 | Houston, TX | Classmate
So sorry to hear Ed has passed away, always enjoyed long talks in his store. God Bless Ed
and his Family
Gary Renz
December 13, 2024 | Brick, NJ | Acquaintance
Ed was always such a kind and fun(ny) man who brought so much joy to many. His light and his laughs will be missed. Our prayers will continue for Connie, Dan and everyone who loved him. Rest in peace, Ed. We love you!
Derek & Melanie Coburn
December 13, 2024 | Arlington, VA | Family
A beautiful person and wonderful friend. You will be truly missed.❤
Eugene and Eileen Sullivan
December 13, 2024 | Paramus, NJ | Friend
Holding Connie, his son and family in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.
We are all going to miss Eddie tremendously.
We all feel fortunate to have known Eddie when we were so young many years ago.
My deepest condolences.
Yolanda Lacalle
December 12, 2024 | North Arlington, NJ | Friend
Though I didn't know Ed well I met him on a few occasions. He was always a nice guy and easy to get along with. I've known his wife Connie since I was a small child. I pass on my sincere condolences to her, Daniel, and the rest of the family. Clifford Atwater
Clifford Atwater
December 12, 2024 | Loudon, NH | Friend