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Edward Jamiel Obituary
Eddy was a member of the National Guard and was honorably discharged to enlist in the United States Marine Corps to serve his country.
"Satch" was his alias as a boxer in his youth. He was a Golden Gloves Champion in 1957 and won the Rhode Island Light Heavyweight Championship in 1959.
Eddy went to school to become an Athletic Trainer. He was hired by Brown University and worked there for several years before being recruited by Providence College. He loved the players, and the players depended on him. During his time, he took on a new alias, "Fast", because of his ability to wrap an injury faster than anyone. He worked with Rick Pitino for two years and was the trainer when the team made the Final Four in 1987 and Rick Barnes for six. "fast" followed Pitino to the University of Kentucky where he was part of two NCAA Championships in 1996 and 1998. He retired in 1998 and came back to Bristol.
He was quiet, but when he spoke everyone listened. He was tough, but gentle. He loved to change cars often and he took care of his family. He was the first one to leave a party, he loved to eat out, and driving to get his morning newspaper. He said he didn't eat junk food but did so secretly. He was always dressed nicely and always over tipped.
Edward was the brother of Anissa Polando and James Jamiel and the late brother of Amon, Joseph, Morphis, Bolus, Hirum, Albert, Zeina Willis, Melia Scheffler, Zenobia Paulhardt and Genevieve Jamiel.
Eddy's family would like to thank Hope Hospice and Crestwood Nursing Home for providing the utmost care, patience, dignity, support, understanding and comfort.
Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd. Warren, RI. The family will hold a Private Service at a later date.
For tributes, please visit: www.wjsmithfh.com.
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Candis Parry
January 22, 2025
I have many fond memories of our times at Brown! He was a great trainer, and a great friend . . . and he will be sorely missed! RIP Fast Eddie! Sending condolences to his family, who he spoke of often!
Stanley Sustakowsky
November 16, 2024
Satch was a lifetime friend and classmate. We used to spare in his club. He used his skills to keep in boxing shape using me as his target. I lost contact with him many years ago, but I always thought of him as a long time friend
RIP my friend. Stanley.
Cathy Plasterer
November 12, 2024
Uncle Eddie was a gem! Funny, gentle, so loving to Anna and all the family. He was always quietly helping family members with illness or injuries. I love you and will miss you, Uncle Eddie.
Cappy
allan jamiel
November 11, 2024
He could not have asked for a more loving or supportive family.
Mary Lou
November 11, 2024
My uncle Eddy was always quiet but his presents was known. Big heart and loving ways. He will be missed beyond words can say. Rest without pain Uncle..
Curt Zingaro
November 11, 2024
Fast Eddy taped my ankles on the sideline a couple of times while I was at Brown playing football. He was a great guy with a super personality! RIP Eddy!
Brad Buxton
November 10, 2024
Fast Eddy was one of my favorite people and got to love him when I played football at Brown. Will never forget this great guy!
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