In Memory of

Edward

C

Frias

Obituary for Edward C Frias

Our beloved Edward Conrado Frias was born in New York City on February 1, 1971. Edward C. Frias was born to his parents, mother Llumir N. Peña and father Conrado Frias. His parents immigrated to New York City from the island nation of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

After Edward graduated from his Carol City high school located in Miami, Fl where he competed as a top wrestler on the team he enlisted and served for four years in the United States Navy. Upon leaving the U.S. Navy he received an honorable discharge. His occupation while serving in the U.S. Navy was living aboard the aircraft carrier named U.S.S. John F. Kennedy where he worked as an emergency firefighter atop the carrier's flight deck. After leaving the U.S. Navy he dedicated himself professionally to servicing fire systems protocols and equipment aboard cruise ships and even larger cargo container ships around the world.

Edward lived his life as a joyous and happy man. He always presented himself in life with his famous, wonderful and contagious big smile. Often, at family barbecue gatherings he always made sure to prepare himself his take home platters. He assured himself to not go hungry when he got home. He was a most committed and loving father to his four children and eight grandchildren.

He is survived by his four children Yarilyn Frias, Edward Frias Jr., Pricilla Frias and Solimar Frias. Edward also leaves behind his eight grandchildren. Zahmari, Jayvion, Jaylani, Isabella, Liliana, Adrian, Maison and Liana. In addition, he also leaves behind his six siblings Elvis O. Frias, Glenis Contreras, Affil Cruz, Rocio Frias, Anarquis Frias and Kendale Nick Corporan. We all his family, serve as hosts to his life's memories and ongoing legacy. Edward will not be forgotten.

He transcended from this life on January 21, 2021 at the Rutgers University Hospital located in Newark, NJ he succumbed to multiple organ failures.

His pass and viewing will be held at the United States Navy battleship named the U.S.S. New Jersey located in Camden, NJ on February 6, 2021. The battleship also serves as a national museum. Shortly after, we will conduct his memorial service and lay him to rest in peace at the Arlington cemetery located in Pennsauken, NJ.