Eddie was born in Passaic and lived in Lodi until 1991 when he and his wife, the love of his life, relocated to Culver Lake. He attended Don Bosco Preparatory High School and then graduated from Seton Hall University earning a Bachelor’s degree in business management. Eddie had a longtime career in the transportation industry; most recently working as the Vice President of Sales for the Northeast Region of Paschall Truck Lines, Inc. He built many lifelong friendships with many of his transportation buddies.
Eddie enjoyed reading biographies, history books, and watching old movies. He had fond memories of playing ball with his friends in an adult softball league in Lodi. He was both honored and proud to coach his son’s baseball team for many years. A true Yankee fan, Eddie loved trips to Yankee Stadium with his family. He always looked forward to yearly trips to Lake George as well as yearly family vacations. Eddie took pleasure in fishing on Culver Lake and driving his motorcycle on scenic routes including his favorite Joshua Tree National Park. He was a foodie whose skills particularly came in handy, always finding the best restaurants to eat at. Most recently, Eddie was on a mission to find the best pizza; he would frequently visit Lodi to grab a slice from one of his favorite spots.
Eddie was always easy to talk to; he was well versed in a variety of subjects and enjoyed conversations. His humorous comments and quick-witted responses made everyone feel comfortable, there was no such thing as an awkward silence with Eddie. As an only child, Eddie grew up making memories with his cousins. He was a family man and a devoted husband and father who loved nothing more than watching his kids grow up and being involved in their lives.
Eddie was predeceased by his father, Edmond Adams and his father-in-law, John Zazula. He is survived by his mother, Helen (Russin) Adams; his loving wife of 31 years, Marilyn (Zazula) Adams; his children, Kyle and Kimberly Adams; his mother-in-law, Helen Zazula; his siblings-in-law, Janice Cassella (James), Tony Zazula (Mark), Elaine Kovary (Stephen) and John Zazula (Karen); as well as one aunt, 7 cousins, and 6 nieces and nephews.
Memorial Visitation will be held from 10 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Wood Funeral Home, 16 Main St, Branchville, NJ, with a Memorial Service beginning at 1:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Edward’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl, Memphis, TN 38105 or to a charity of your choice.
