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Robert Edge Obituary
June 15, 1945-July 19, 2011
Longs
Robert E. "Coach" Edge, 65, died Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at his home.
Born on June 15, 1945 in Paterson, N.J., he grew up in Pompton Lakes, N.J., and graduated from Paterson State College in 1969 with a BA in Physical Education. During his time at Paterson State, he served as Sigma Tau Fraternity President from 1968-1969. Bob received his Master's Degree in Physical Education from Jersey City State College in 1987.
"Coach" started the inaugural varsity soccer program at Mahwah (NJ) High School in 1974 and coached there until 1978, winning a state championship his final year. He was awarded the "Coach of the Year" by the Ridgewood News. He then coached Ramsey Varsity soccer from 1978-1988, winning a league championship in 1988. "Coach" was once again named "Coach of the Year" by the Ridgewood News and installed into the Bergen County Coaches Association Victory Club.
Bob also was an assistant Varsity Baseball coach at Ramsey High School from 1978-1991, winning back-to-back Bergen County Championships in 1989 and 1990. He finished his baseball coaching career as Head Coach at Glen Rock (NJ) High School from 1993-1995.
Bob taught Physical Education and Health at Eric Smith Middle School in Ramsey, N.J. until he retired in 2000. Shortly after that, he moved to Longs, S.C.
In the past ten years since moving to the Myrtle Beach area, Bob forged many friendships, especially with Tommy Ingram, Gary Waglein, and Woody Poole, whom he spoke very highly of. In the past year, Jessica Thill grew to be an important and inspirational individual in Bob's life. In fact, he recognized her to be the strongest woman he has ever encountered. Jessie took care of Bob since day one of diagnosis and never left his side; she was with him until the moment he passed on, one of his last wishes.
Bob is survived by his son, Ryan and daughter-in-law Jeanice Edge of Flemington, N.J.; sisters, Patricia Kinney of Pompton Lakes, N.J., Jeanne Elmini and her husband, Jack, of The Villages, Florida; and three grandchildren, Connor, Riley and Brady, whom he adored and loved with all his heart.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 22, 2011 in Lee Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends following the service.
A message of condolence may be sent to [email protected].
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Edge
Don Apicella
April 25, 2012
I just read of Bob's passing in the William Paterson Alumni magazine. Bob and I pledged together for Sigma Tau Fraternity. We crossed paths at a coaching clinic several years ago and had a great conversation. Our condolences to his family.
Don and Judy Apicella
kevin monahan
December 20, 2011
Bobby
We all had great years together at mahwah and well after. You will always be a special person in my heart. When I think of some of ththe things we did together, I smile and say what a dear friend. Kevin Monahan
Ken Garafalo
August 15, 2011
coach,
words cannot express the emotions i have been feeling. you became a huge part of our family whether it was the pool parties at your house, our backyard bbq's, watching the football games at the side door or just coming to our house on thanksgiving. you were like my older brother and i loved all the advise you have given me over the years!
we miss you...
R.I.P. my brother!!!!
August 9, 2011
oh coach my good friend,everybody loved you. remember all the fun pool parties? Im glad you were a part of my life, and you will rest in peace because you did so much while you were here. love donna
July 29, 2011
Rest in peace Bob. We had many good times together when we worked at Smith School. Ralph Giannella
Thomas Carey
July 26, 2011
Rest in Peace, Coach. You were a good friend. Tom Carey, Pompton Lakes, NJ
Richard Picariello
July 26, 2011
Dear Edge Family:
I was a police officer in Ramsey, and also a member of the Board of Education.I had many fond memories of Bob. He was one of the nicest guys in the school system. Rest in Peace Bob.
July 26, 2011
Dear Edge Family:
Sincere condolences from a PLHS student. Remembered Bob as he was in the class of '63, one year ahead of me. He was a nice guy. May he rest with the angels.
Marlene Hevia Hellman
Alameda, California
Frank Vandeweghe
July 25, 2011
Bob was a very good friend and part of a group of coaches from Mahwah who were very close. He was a gentleman who would never turn you down when you needed his help. My wife and I were fortunate to have spent some time with him in SC just a couple of months ago. We'll surely miss him.
Frank & Cathy Vandeweghe
Susan Murphy
July 25, 2011
Rest in Peace, Coach Edge...you really influenced all who's lives you touched in many ways. You were always there cheering us RHS volleyball players on with your soccer guys etc. Thank you for being a true teacher and a great person. You are truly an angel in heaven. God Bless your family.
Robert Viggiano
July 23, 2011
Coach Edge was a wonderful coach and friend. Rest in peace.
Susan Manzi
July 23, 2011
Dear Mr.Edge- Teachers that make a difference in a student's life are the ones they never forget. Thank you for making me believe in myself during those awkward middle school years. You helped me build enough confidence to LOVE P.E., a true feat. I loved how you remembered all your students when you started coaching at R.H.S., greeting all of us with your handsome smile. Thank you for being a memorable teacher in my life. Hey, I even married a PE teacher.
God Bless the Edge Family, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great teacher and a great man. Please know how much he was valued by all his students. -Susan Green Manzi (Eric S. Smith School 1976-1979)RHS Class of '83
Suzanne Ishii
July 23, 2011
Bob made me very welcome when I joined the Smith School staff in 1983. He was a fun and supportive colleague. My condolences to his family.
Jim Zeliff
July 23, 2011
Rest in peace Mr. Edge. You had the best mustache and really taught me to play hard and tough in both Soccer and Baseball. Sorry I couldn't get over the 3 ft high jump bar in 8th grade.I wish I knew you were in South Carolina, I would have visited you.
July 23, 2011
Dear Ryan and Family,
Your Dad will be missed more than you will know. Coach was a great man and was loved by most everyone who knew him. We know he is in a better place now and probably just finished 18 bogie free holes!
Joe Iazzetta & Rene Lindsey, Little River, SC
Charlotte Cikowski
July 22, 2011
Dear Ryan and Family,
Your children were the angels in your Dad's life. He loved and adored them. Making him "Grandpa" was one of the best things and made him so happy. This is how I will remember him. May all the good memories remain with you and may you find comfort in them and in each other.
Cousin Cookie
Patricia Osborne
July 22, 2011
RIP Bob - remember you well from PLHS - especially our class of 1963 - Much Sympathy to the family for your loss.
Patricia Osborne Joppien
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