Edward James Van Der Zanden, also affectionately known to friends and family as Edgar, Eddie Spaghetti, and most importantly, Edward the Great, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the age of 63. He was born August 27, 1961, in Hart, the son of Charles and Ida (Hale) Van Der Zanden.

Edward was a great outdoorsman with a love for hunting; he was a great marksman. He also enjoyed cross-country skiing in his younger years, as well as woodworking, spending time with his family and friends, and had a tremendous love for his pets. One of Edwards joys later in life was spending time with friends and family that would stop by to visit and chat, often spending late nights out in the garage.

Edward is survived by: his step-children, Paul Phillips, Michael (Lorin) Robbins and Shelby (David) Eberstein; grandchildren, Dawson Eberstein, Gracelyn Eberstein, Harrison Robbins, and Tucker Robbins; and siblings, Rose (Frank) Nixon, John (Donna) Van Der Zanden, Victor Van Der Zanden (Brenda), Robert Van Der Zanden, Mary Van Der Zanden, Sue (Don) Farmer, Thomas (Bonnie) Van Der Zanden, Kathy Jacobs (Ron), Karen (Bob) Fillips, Janet (Frank) Montoya, and Vicki (Norm) Hill.

Edward was preceded in death by: his parents, Charles and Ida Van Der Zanden; sister-in-law, Kathy Van Der Zanden; and brother-in-law, Teter Jacobs.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM, Friday, July 25, 2025, at St. Joseph Weare Catholic Church, 2380 West Jackson Road, Hart, MI 49420, with Fr. Phillip Sliwinski presiding. Visitation will be held Friday, from 10:00 AM until time of Mass at the church. Interment will be in Hart Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Love Inc. of Oceana County, 191 West Michigan Avenue, Shelby, MI 49455, https://build.loveincoceana.com/donate/

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com