Edward R. Nejame Sr.
1931 - 2014
Edward R. Nejame Sr.
1931 - 2014
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Edward Nejame Obituary
Ed and his family lived above the family's grocery store, established in 1921, Thomas Nejame IGA Food Market, at 91 South Street, Danbury, where Ed insisted on working in the family business at the young age of 7. After his father's death, Ed became a butcher and managed the store, alongside his mother, until 1971. At that time, Ed went into the home improvement and swimming pool business, NeJame Co., Inc. with his brother-in-law, Charles. In 1986, Ed became partners with his three sons: Tom, Ed Jr. and Greg in Nejame & Sons and together they grew into one of the largest swimming pool companies in the northeast, which Ed was extremely proud of.
Ed attended St. Peter's School, South Street School and graduated from Danbury High School in 1949. During his youth, Ed played baseball at the Danbury War Memorial park where he was affectionately nicknamed "Cookie" after Harry Arthur "Cookie" Lavagetto for his batting skills.
Ed was also a premiere jazz drummer that practiced five hours a day; he studied and perfected many forms of percussion. During the 1960's he would play at local establishments with his band, Eddie Nejame's Silvertones. Ed was an avid NY Giants fan and thoroughly enjoyed watching the games on Sundays with his sons and grandchildren. His spirit made them all Giants fans.
Ed is survived by his children: Thomas and his wife, Jackie, of Danbury. Jenifer and her husband, Barry Parish, of Hershey, PA. Edward, Jr. and his wife, Caron, of Danbury. Gregory and his wife, Sheila, of New Fairfield. "Papa" was most loved and will be dearly missed by his grandchildren: Thomas, Brittany, Matthew, Jason, Michael and Anthony Nejame and Madeleine Parish. Ed also had many nieces and nephews. Along with his family he was most grateful for the love and care given by his lady friend of 23 years, Nancy Tomkins. Predeceasing Ed was his sister, Elaine NeJame.
The Rite of Burial will be conducted Monday at 10am at St. Ann Melkite Church, 181 Clapboard Ridge Rd., Danbury, with the Rt. Rev. Michael K. Skrocki, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter Cemetery, Danbury.
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Bob Maxwell
February 19, 2023
A great man. I very much enjoyed talking with him, and learning from him, on visits to the store.
Bob Schmeltz
March 21, 2014
Dear Nejame Family. We are so sad for your loss. Edward was a great person and a great neighbor. He will be missed.
Bob Maxwell
March 14, 2014
Mr. Nejame always made time for me, which I appreciated. He was a good listener, asked smart and insightful questions, and it was definitely a pleasure to sit down with him. He will be missed by so many friends in the pool/spa industry. My condolences to Ed, Tom, and the entire Nejame family.
Richard Lange
March 10, 2014
Dear Nejame Family, I was sadden to hear of your loss and my Sincerest Condolences go out to your entire family. I know both Jason and Jonathan were very fond of your Father/Grandfather.
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Caroline Weldon
February 27, 2014
Dear Tommy, Eddie, Gregory and family, I am so sorry to hear of Edward's passing. I'm afraid I heard after the services, so sorry to not have been there. I have wonderful memories of being the "water girl" at the showroom during my college years! I learned many things from your parents including the proper way to string lights on a Christmas tree (your Mom!) and why treating people with respect was not only the right thing to do, but a good business practice(your Dad!). Laura(Tichey) Ross and I shared wonderful lunches with your Dad where he would laughingly reminisce about how he would want to marry us off to his sons. He would then tell us how grateful and appreciative he was for the wonderful women that you married. I shall truly miss him. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Robert McCarthy
February 26, 2014
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Nejame family. Very sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I have many fond memories of working in the showroom with Sr. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Andy Gardecki
February 26, 2014
Sending my most sincere sympathies to all of Ed's family as well as to Nancy and Laura. I remember so many fun dinners and enjoyable evenings talking to Ed about music and sports and listening to him tease Nancy. He was a great man and will be truly missed.
Woodie cyr & family
February 26, 2014
Sorry for you loss of a great man, ed nejame.
February 25, 2014
Our deepest and Sincere Sympathy, Prayers to the Nejame Family...
Frank Peterson
And family
Gloria Russell-Whitten
February 25, 2014
My Dad used to take me to Nejames' for groceries back in the fifties. One day he left without me. I'll never forget the kindness I was shown by Mr. and Mrs. They treated me like a super star and filled me with goodies until my Dad got back. Wonderful people.
Jeanne (Russell) Pelletier
February 25, 2014
My family always shopped at Nejame's and thought a lot of Tom and Lillian and family. Wonderful people, all. Sorry for your loss. My Dad was 'Dibber' Russell, from Spaulding's Bakery. Know that a great many people feel the same way, and I hope that knowledge gives you comfort.
Robb and Stephanie Heering
February 25, 2014
Deepest sympathies to the entire NeJame family.
Russell Parish & Bill LaRock
February 25, 2014
To The Nejame Family:
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, wishing you all peace at this difficult time...
The Spegnolo Family
February 25, 2014
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Maura McLarty
February 24, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Ed leaves quite a legacy behind, and you are such a loving, close family. So many comments on this page reflect the kindness that Ed and the family offered. Not everyone can say that. Prayers to you. Art, Jim, Paul Cummings, Maura McLarty, (Sheila's uncle and cousins)
February 24, 2014
To The Nejame Family,
Our sincerest condolences for the loss of an incredible man and your father. We have such fond memories of being together on our pool trips. He was a wonderful businessman that we admired greatly. We know that his sons will carry on his legacy well.
Love,
Everyone at Geraty Pools and the Geraty Family
Bill WIley
February 24, 2014
Tommy, Ed and Greg I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I will remember him fondly on the dealer trips talking about pools and past experiences he had. He was always proud of where you guys have taken the business. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. I am sure he will be soaring with you Tommy on your next flight.
Patrick Heron
February 23, 2014
Many fond memories of Ed Sr.
A very interesting and funny guy. He will be missed and thought of often.
February 23, 2014
Dear Tommy, Jen, Eddie and Gregory,
Your Dad hired me as a "pool girl" in 1980...I was in college studying to be a Medical Technologist and thought the pool water testing industry would be good for my resume. I met wonderful people at Nejames (remember your dad always said he was the "little j" in Nejames....) Anyway, I was welcomed and felt like an adopted daughter. I loved Lucy and I considered Edward a challenge. He used to tease me about becoming a daughter in law, but that wasn't meant to be (you Nejame boys just did fine without me!) The best part of being a pool girl was meeting my future best friend Caroline... we were in each other's weddings and still are very close. Edward still thought he had dibs on us and would contact us every year and invite us to lunch at Barberies. And we tried to make it happen because your dad was a special guy. You could love him or he could make you crazy...but he loved his family and thought the world of all of you. Nothing made him prouder than bragging about his family. He was a father figure to us, "the pool girls"...and we will miss getting together for lunch with him.
You are very lucky to have had him on earth and be sure he is watching out for you all from above.
You can never replace your Dad. But he was so proud of all of you.
My deepest condolences,
Laura (Tichey) Ross
February 23, 2014
To the Nejame family; our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shawn & Holly Burch
Armed and Ready Alarms
Susan Price
February 23, 2014
To Nancy and the Nejame Family - my sympathies at this time. Ed enjoyed life always with a smile. He was intelligent and hard-working. Nancy, he clearly loved you greatly and appreciated the excellent loving care you provided him. My warm regards,
michael perron
February 23, 2014
Our sincerest condolences do out to your whole family!! Ed was a great friend to me!! We will miss him dearly.
From the entire Seaboard family!
February 23, 2014
So sorry for your loss went to high school with Cookie class of 49 Richard Cerrone Spring Hill Fl
Kevin Lake
February 23, 2014
To Eddie, Gregory, Thomas I am very sorry to hear of your Dads passing.
Marjorie Hajj
February 22, 2014
To the Nejame Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of Ed. He will be truly missed. Marjorie hajj & Family
The George Family
February 22, 2014
To Thomas, Jenifer, Eddie and Gregory and families. Your dad is a loving man who brought much joy to all who knew him. We have so many wonderful memories growing up with him as our neighbor and friend. He spent many hours in neighborly fellowship with our mother after our dad's passing and to this we are ever grateful. May God bring you peace during this time of such great loss. We all love your dad very much and will miss him!!!
To Nancy, we are sorry for your great loss and pray for God to heal your heart during this painful time. You are a beautiful and giving woman who gave much love and friendship to Ed during his lifetime. God bless you all!!
Mr & Mrs George Burch
February 22, 2014
Dear Tom, Ed, Greg & family,
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. George and I always enjoyed him and his warm smile and kind heart. Our condolences during this very sad time.-
Jim Ginch
February 22, 2014
Ed was a true gentleman, kind to his family and loyal to his friends. I will miss our conversations about the NY Giants. Rest in peace, Eddie.
richard damici
February 22, 2014
Cousins so sorry for your loss.
May Schaefer
February 22, 2014
Edward was such a generous man not only in his support to the many charities he supported, but also with his love to everyone he came in contact with. He would tease us all with a twinkle in his eye and an impish grin. He was a joy to work with and an honor to call friend. My deepest sympathy to the Nejame family. Thank you for letting me be a small part of Edwards life. He will be genuinely missed.
christine fortin
February 22, 2014
Godbless your family,im so sorry
Mary and Ed ronan
February 22, 2014
So sorry for your loss. You Dad was full of life and fun. We enjoyed him very much-
Susan Healy
February 22, 2014
My sincerest sympathies to Tommy, Jenifer, Eddie and Gregory on the passing of their Father. Some of my fondest memories were spent with my Dad, Salvatore Barbarotto, Mom and Sister at his home with the family. Uncle Eddie you are a fine man and will be missed. God Bless.
richard Chmelko
February 22, 2014
sorry for your loss tom and Jackie and the rest of the entire nejame family may the lord heal your broken hearts love always Richie and Mary chmelko
f reiske
February 22, 2014
thoughts and prayers to the nejame family..eddie loved and gave much to danbury
Ron Waterfall
February 22, 2014
Dear Tom, Ed, Greg & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I always enjoyed talking with him and listening to his stories. Please accept my condolences during this very sad time and remember all the wonderful times you all shared together.
February 22, 2014
Scott and I are so sorry to hear of Mr. Nejame's passing. He was such a delight to speak with when we saw him at Tom and Jackie's house. He will be missed! God Bless all of you. Love, Scott and Christina Joudy
Cindi Aragi
February 22, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. I will always remember Ed's teasing , may the memories we all have keep him alive in our hearts .
Mary & Gary Nimer
February 22, 2014
Dear Eddie, Tommy & Family,
In your sorrow, may each kindness, each word, each memory be a gentle comfort.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
February 22, 2014
Dear Eddie, Tommy & Family,
In your sorrow, may each kindness, each word, each memory be a gentle comfort.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Cheryl Amodeo
February 22, 2014
Gregory,Eddie, and Tommy
I'm very sorry to hear of your fathers death. I have such very fond memories of your dad, he always managed to make me smile and laugh as well as offering he's gentile kind wisdom. You and your families will be in my prayers.
With My deepest sympathy,
Cheryl
Cheryl Amodeo
February 22, 2014
Greg,Eddie , and Tommy, I'm so sorry to hear of your Dads death.. Your father was always so kind to me and could always manage to make me smile and laugh. I will always have very fond memories of your father,"Mr.NeJame". I am keeping you and your families in my prayers.
with love and my deepest sympathy,
Cheryl Amodeo
Janet & Bruce Roache
February 22, 2014
Eddie, Tommy and family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Although we are out if town we will be thinking of you. Senior was a kind and gentle man, he will be missed.
Debbie Gallick
February 21, 2014
Dear Tom and Jackie,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Mr. Nejame and the family...Craig and Debbie (Sam) Gallick
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