Cru2u Posted July 19, 2007 Share Posted July 19, 2007 It is with Deep sadness and regret to pass on the news of the passing of Music Director and Drum Major Edward "Doc" Mizma of the Championship 1965 Rochester Crusaders. "Doc" was a true Gentleman and fierce competitor designing the music for the "Fabulous" Crusaders in the 60's. May God welcome him into the pearly Gates with open Arms and enjoy his talent with God's Drum Corps! here is the obituary: Edward J. Mizma Mizma, Edward J., PhD Webster: Unexpectedly and peacefully on July 17, 2007. He is survived by his wife, Deborah; children, Lisa (Mark) Fox of WV, Steven (Toni-Marie) Mizma of Hilton, Michael Mizma of TX and their mother, Lois DeWitt, Kimberlie (Daniel) Stowell, Tara (Jeffrey) Sulecki of Victor; grandchildren, Scott Fox, Mitchell & Aaron Mizma, Elisabeth & Luke Stowell, Sienna & Tristan Sulecki; sisters, Louise (Richard) Eggleston and Helen Mizma; mother-in-law, Phyllis VanGelder and other close family and friends. Edward was a retiree of Kodak. He was Director of New Horizons Band and Chorus, Greece Songsters and former Music Director of the Rochester Crusaders. Edward was also past director of other choirs and bands. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, 11 AM, at the Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1050 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607. You are invited to bring a written memory or favorite photograph of Edward for the family's memory book. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be directed to the Asbury First United Methodist Memorial Fund or to the Eastman School of Music-New Horizons Band and Chorus, 26 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY 14604. To light a candle in memory of Edward, please visit: www.anthonychapels.com Anthony Funeral & Cremation Chapels 1031 Ridge Rd., Webster 872-6380 May God Bless your family in their time of need and we dedicate our performance this saturday night in Woodbridge, Va in his honor! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Secretary Posted July 19, 2007 Share Posted July 19, 2007 Condolences to Doc's family and friends. You are in our thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbalaya Posted July 19, 2007 Share Posted July 19, 2007 Thank you Golde. We'll keep 'Doc', his family and his Fabulous Crusader family in our prayers. Jimbalaya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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