Obituary of Edward V. Tancredi Jr.

Edward V. Tancredi Jr. “Eddie” passed away suddenly September 18, 2023 at the age of 52. Eddie was born on Fort Dix Army Base and was a lifelong resident of Edgewater Park. He worked as a foreman for TCM Contractors in Fieldsboro, NJ. He was also a member of Operating Engineers Local 825. Although he was large in stature, he was a gentle giant with a contagious smile. He was a wonderful cook, often hosting Sunday dinners at his home for family and friends. He enjoyed fishing, trips to New Hope, car rides up and down the riverfront and had a true passion for politics. He was incredibly intelligent and loved to make people laugh, he could find humor in anything. He was a true patriot and always had a passion for the well-being of disabled veterans. His greatest passion in life was truly his family. He recently married the love of his life Barb Trump. The love for his son Eddie (aka Little Eddie and Little E) was simply immeasurable, he was incredibly proud of being his father. He also had a special place in his heart for his dog Sacha, his faithful fur companion. He was preceded in death by his father Edward V. Tancredi Sr. He is survived by his wife, Barbara (née Trump), his son Edward V. Tancredi III, his mother Donna Tancredi, his sister Maryann Tancredi (Nicole) and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Eddie’s life on Saturday, September 23 to at Chadwick Memorial Home, 154 Webster St., Riverside, NJ from 9 AM to 11AM. A memorial service will be conducted at 11AM. Burial will take place at Monument Cemetery in Edgewater Park privately at the request of his family. His family is requesting donations be made to Disabled American Veterans, Department of New Jersey, 171 Jersey St., Building 5, Trenton NJ 08611. Eddie’s favorite color was blue so the family is inviting everyone to wear something blue in his honor.