T. Edward Kantz
November 8, 1943 ~ January 29, 2025
Born in: Meadville, Pennsylvania
Resided in: Saegertown, Pennsylvania
T. Edward Kantz, known to many as Ed, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 surrounded by his loving family at Meadville Medical Center. He was born on November 8, 1943, in Meadville, PA, to Orville and Marguerite Miller Kantz.
Ed spent nearly 60 wonderful years married to the love of his life, Darlene M. Edge, having tied the knot on June 11, 1965. A proud graduate of Saegertown High School, he started his career at Greenleaf and then pursued his passion for electricity, becoming a skilled electrician. He worked diligently with I.B.E.W. Local 712 for an impressive 37 years.
A member of Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ed cherished his time spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whose laughter filled his heart with joy. He had a special affinity for tractors, farming equipment, and all things related to agriculture.
He leaves behind his devoted wife Darlene, daughter Tami Simonowich (Joseph) of Seaboard, North Carolina, son Todd Kantz (Ann) of Conneaut Lake, five beloved grandchildren—Emily (Cody) Custard, Blake (Cassidy) Simonowich, Justin (Madison) Kantz, Logan (Makayla) Simonowich, and Spencer Simonowich—and four great-grandchildren. Ed is also survived by his sister Judy Wilcox of Blooming Valley, brothers Gary (Bev) Kantz and Tim (Vickie) Kantz, both of Saegertown, along with a multitude of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Terry Kantz.
Friends and family will gather at the Ryan M. Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. on Saturday, February 1st, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM for calling hours. We invite everyone to join us for the funeral service at 1:00 PM, officiated by Pastor Mark Fischer (Retired). Ed will be laid to rest in Blooming Valley Cemetery following the service.
In lieu of flowers, we invite you to make memorial contributions to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at 25812 Mt. Pleasant Road, Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania 16403.
Please take a moment to share your memories and condolences for Ed and his family at www.WarrenFH.com. Ed will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Services
Visitation: Saturday, February 1, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ryan M. Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. - Meadville
544 Chestnut Street
Meadville, PA 16335
Funeral Service: Saturday, February 1, 2025 1:00 pm
Ryan M. Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. - Meadville
544 Chestnut Street
Meadville, PA 16335
Interment: Saturday, February 1, 2025 12:00 am
Blooming Valley Cemetery
22729 Cannon Hollow Rd.
Saegertown, PA
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in T. Edward Kantz 's name.
St. Paul Lutheran Church
25812 Mount Pleasant Road
Cambridge Springs,
Pennsylvania
16403
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Sending Sympathies to my wonderful Sister Darlene, Tami and Todd in the passing of your husband and father- Ed. We will cherish all the memories forever especially our Holiday dinner at your home before our winter trip to Florida. Sending our love to all and will miss sharing the time with family as we say goodbye to our brother-in-law Ed. Blessings and safe travels, Love you all so much. Sister Bonnie and Charley
My deepest sympathy to the whole family. “Eddy” and I worked on many jobs together in the area but mostly out of town. We both liked to hit the overtime jobs. In retirement people drift apart but the time shared in life stays in good memories. I always liked Edward. A working friend David Y. Massung
So sorry to hear of the passing of Ed. We lived down the road for years. (Reagle). He was a great guy. He will be missed.
Deepest condolences to the family. What stories we had and the out of town adventures we undertook ,we had some great times working together. You were always upbeat and ready for any challenge and to make us laugh, buddy you were one of a kind and I’m glad I got to know you thanks for all the memories my friend , you will be missed.
Ed and all the Kantz family were so nice and I have fond memories of our growing up together on Gravel Run Road.
Condolences and best wishes to all.
Maryellen Custard Spangler
Salt Lake City, Utah
In Sympathy,
Town of Seaboard, NC
Geraldine Langford, Mayor
Darlene, Gary, Judy, and Tim and families: sending sympathy and prayers to you all in your loss of Ed. I have so many memories of Ed and your family, we couldn’t have asked for better neighbors. Ray and I are in Florida and I won’t be able to come to give my condolences in person. Please know we treasured our friendship with Ed and all his family. Love Ray and Ginny ( Virginia Custard)
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all. The Wachowiak Family
My sincere condolences to Ed’s family and friends. I was on several jobs with Ed, Dave Massung and Kenny Harry and although Ed and I didn’t work in close proximity, I would hear him talking and getting people to laugh at his stories about working his farm and about his 🚜 tractor.
There will be a special place in heaven for Ed that he’ll be entertain the angels and his friends.
Winifred Krupski
Elaine Laniewicz and family
Marlene Yarnall and family
Jo-Ann Jaskiewicz