Edward John Maier

August 22, 1946 - June 25, 2018

Maier, Edward John, 71, born August 22, 1946 passed away on June 25, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Newark, NJ. Ed was a graduate of North Arlington High School in North Arlington, NJ and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He served on the U.S.S. Independence where he developed a love for travel. Ed worked at Harrah’s Casino for over 30 years and retired as a Supervisor of Facilities. In retirement, he devoted his time to traveling with his wife, Patricia and driving a school bus where he became affectionately known as Mr. Ed and Pops. Ed was an avid lover of the arts and enjoyed attending plays, concerts, and the orchestra. He was equally passionate about sports with a love for baseball, football, basketball and hockey. He volunteered numerous seasons and hours coaching his kids. Ed has been a devoted father, husband, grandfather, friend and coach. He is married to Patricia Haes Maier (Sampson) and was predeceased by his first wife, Bonnie (Gales). He leaves behind his daughter, Dawn (Mona), sons, Todd (Deloren) and Jason (Tonya) and step-son, Michael Sampson (Lori). Ed was a loving grandfather to Frank, Joshua, Marisa, Garrett, Brianna, Carter and Kelley. Ed also leaves behind a sister, Betty. The viewing will be held on Friday, June 29, 2018 from 11 am - 1 pm at the Wimberg Funeral Home, 211 East Great Creek Road, Galloway, NJ. Funeral Services will begin at 1:00 pm. Memorial contributions may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project. Condolences can be extended to the family at wimbergfuneralhome.com.