Funeral services were held March 21 for Edward Seiz of Rutherford. He passed away March 16. He was predeceased by his wife of 53 years, Patricia, and his cat Elsie, who would sit on his lap for hours. He is survived by three children: Laurette, Debra, and David, and his grand-daughter Alyssa. Edward served his country in the United States Air Force as an Airman 2nd class from 1955-1959 and was stationed in Morocco and Greenland. After his term Edward went on to become a fireman with the Union City Fire Department for 35 years. He was promoted to fire captain in 1972, obtaining the 3rd highest score in his class on the captain’s exam. He was to be a fireman and was deeply moved by some of his experiences. Edward was a father and friend. In his spare time, he enjoyed carving circus and other types of models and was very talented. Services arranged by the Calhoun-Mania Funeral Home, Rutherford.
