Thinking of Ed with love today, on what would have been his 70th birthday, and missing him everyday.

I wrote something but mistakenly posted it under STORIES, so you can find it there. Bottom line is I miss the guy...he was one of a kind. Reg and I have been eating a lot of steak and it just reminds me so much of him...he loved a good steak! I catch myself thinking "Oh, Eddie would LOVE this!" His last year was so hard on him, and he bore his pains and his fears with fierce privacy and no self-pity. And my heart goes out to Nancy, who also suffered through the ups and downs of his illness. And to his family, Sheri, Andy, Robin, nieces Lauren and Lindsey, and nephews Ben and Scott, who loved him so much, and find themselves bewildered without him.

Nancy, you won't remember this, but I chatted often with Ed at Georgetown Hospital while you were undergoing treatment. He was so concerned for you, so determined for you to get the best of care and have a full recovery- it was a beautiful thing, and I will always remember him for that. you two were perfect together.

Very saddened to learn of the loss of Eddie. He was a great guy, a real mensch. Great attitude, articulate, funny, loved to laugh and make fun. Though I haven't seen him in decades, the photos on this site and the wonderful text celebrating Ed bring him back to me in all his strength of character and love of life.
I don't take a car into Manhattan much any more, but whenever I did, I would consciously try to "drive like Eddie," whose way at the wheel was always a marvel to behold. We saw a few Dylan shows together, and I included him among my acknowledged music friends in my book on Dylan. I deeply regret not sending him a copy: if he had read it, that would've been one of the greatest endorsements I could've received.
He and Nancy were always "our DC friends" and we were honored by Ed's presence at my stepson's Bar Mitzvah back in the '80s. My deep sympathy to all who knew him and will miss him.

sad to hear of Ed's passing. even tho i only knew Eddie from the halls of Jericho, it is always unsettling to hear of the loss of our classmate, just as easily it could be any of us. may you rest well, Ed.
steve doris

Eddie and I have been friends for over 50 years. During those years especially the early ones, we had some wild adventures together. I have a lot of fond memories of Eddie and he will be missed. Nancy, Andy and Family I am sharing in your sadness as you remember Eddie.

Ed was a great guy. He had a good sense of humor and he loved to laugh. Ed was up for any adventure. The day a bunch of us got dressed up in odd costumes and went over to see Lucy the Elephant pretending to be the Royal Armenian Society of Ohio will always be one of my fondest memories - as will all those summers in Brigantine. And I'm so glad Ed finally won the Hearts Tournament in 2014. He is beaming in the photo.
Ed was a nice guy. Although Eddie sometimes exuded a whimsical cynicism, he cared about people and animals a lot. I feel honored to have known him these past 33 years. 
RIP Eddie. You remain forever, Young Ed.

I loved every minute with Ed over more than 35 years of friendship - even when he was dumping the Queen of Spades on my trick. (That didn't happen often, I want it noted for the record.)
My heart is broken.

Eddie Meisel
This wonderful human being that I have had the pleasure of knowing and work for was my boss my friend his name is Ed on March 21 2019 I receive this saddest news on the phone the call was Eddie passed away I was shocked I couldn’t believe that this world is without an angel may he rest in peace until we meet again I love you always and forever you will be missed Give mom a big hug and kiss for me I know she’s asking you what are you doing here probably saying to you go back unfortunately it does not work that way it was an honor to be a part of your family

Andy, Sheri Robin And Nancy,, I can not say in words how empty it makes me feel that Eddie is Gone, Andy as you know Eddie and i were long friends for many many years,, With such great and fun memories,, From Junior High well into the Mid 80s when he went to DC Eddie was fun, strong willed and a real great character in so many Good ways Really Loved Eddie like a Brother, spoke to him maybe 9 months ago, never said anything to me about how he was feeling..Eddie or as we called him a lot (Sybil) lol  May you rest in peace,, if betting upo there pick some winners LOVE ya Guy,,, Gary,, or as Eddie would say (chopper)))

I am so very sad to hear of Eddie's passing. We knew each other in passing back in the day, but his presence and personality were so much a part of my years at Jericho High School. May his memory be a blessing to all who loved him.

This is a beautiful memorial. So sorry for your loss. I have memories of Eddie hanging out at my house in Brookville with my brother Steven...Maybe they have reunited...

Sheri, Andy, Robin, and Nancy -- This is a wonderful tribute page, and looking through these pictures brought me all the way back in time. Thank you for taking the dedication and love to put this together. My deepest condolences on this great loss. I will remember him fondly, as he has always been a part of my life!