Edward Zaentz

Edward Zaentz obituary

Edward Zaentz

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Nov

16

Service

10:30 a.m.

Louis Suburban Chapel

13-01 Broadway, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

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16

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735 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652

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Edward Zaentz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Louis Suburban Chapel - Fair Lawn on Nov. 12, 2025.

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Full Name: Edward Zaentz
Date of Death: Wednesday, November 11, 2025

Edward Zaentz, 75, of Fair Lawn, NJ, died Nov. 11, 2025, from Parkinson's. His family was his greatest joy. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Edward's life was guided by his deep commitment to Judaism and a lifelong passion for history. He holds a bachelor's degree from Springfield College and owned Zaentz Hardware in Passaic, NJ.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Evelyn; daughter Stephanie and her husband, Erion; daughter Rachel and her husband John Michael; his son Matthew; and grandchildren, Justin and Jack. Edward leaves behind a legacy of resilience and wisdom for all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Temple Israel – Ridgewood, NJ.

Service Information

Sunday, November 16, 2025
10:30 AM

Service At:
Louis Suburban Chapel
13-01 Broadway, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Burial To Follow At:
Beth El Cemetery
735 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652

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Upcoming Events

Nov

16

Service

10:30 a.m.

Louis Suburban Chapel

13-01 Broadway, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Send Flowers

Nov

16

Burial

Beth El Cemetery

735 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652

Send Flowers

Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.