Edward Charles Nann

Edward Charles Nann, age 89, of Jupiter, FL passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 27, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Totowa, Edward was the elder of two children born to Edward and Pauline Nann. A proud graduate of Passaic Valley High School, Class of 1954.   Edward was an accomplished basketball player, earning All-State recognition for his talent in the sport.

Following graduation, Edward enlisted in the United States Army.  He served proudly and honorably for two years. Upon his honorable discharge, he quickly found work as a carpenter, a trade in which would help build his legacy.

After gaining valuable experience in the field, Edward partnered to form Smith & Nann Framing Contractors. Through hard work, and an unwavering commitment to quality, the company grew to become one of the largest framing contractors in northern New Jersey. In time, Edward expanded his work into building and selling homes, and later co-founded Environmental Developers, a firm that focused on multi-family real estate development. He had the privilege of working alongside his sons, Jeffrey, Edward and Kenneth, for more than 30 years.

Edward’s career in construction and real estate spanned more than forty-five years, until his retirement in 2002, when he relocated to Jupiter, Florida. He was a respected leader and known as a hardworking boss, a patient mentor, and a true role model. He took pride in training young and inexperienced employees, and he never asked anyone to perform a task he would not do himself. He earned the admiration and respect of employees, clients, and peers.

Edward married the love of his life, Diana, and together they raised three sons; Jeffrey, Kenneth, and Edward.  Edward and Diana shared many wonderful years of loving and loyal marriage until Diana’s passing in 1991.

Outside of work, Edward had many passions. He loved to cook, and his family and friends fondly remember a number of special dishes he loved to prepare. He was an avid boxing fan, his favorite boxer being the famous Sugar Ray Robinson.  He also loved to listen to Jazz, and watch Notre Dame Football.  While living in Florida, he enjoyed deep-sea fishing and riding his bike throughout Jupiter. He also took great pride in gardening, meticulously maintaining his beautifully landscaped front and back yards all year-round.

Above all, Edward’s greatest passion was his family. Nothing in the world meant more to Edward than providing for and spending time with his children and grandchildren.  He was a truly devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose presence, guidance, and love will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Edward is survived by his three sons; Jeffery Nann of Delray Beach, FL, Kenneth Nann and his wife Sharon of Bradley Beach, NJ, and Edward Paul Nann and his wife Kathy of Bradley Beach, NJ.  Seven grandchildren; Jason, Ryan, Amanda, Laura, Samantha, Daniel, Jaime and twelve great grand children.   He was predeceased by his wife Diana Nann in 1991, and by his parents Edward and Pauline Nann.