Ed Dollinger

May 25, 1951 - May 4, 2022

Edward A. Dollinger III - 70, passed away on May 4, 2022. Ed was born to the late Kathleen H. Dollinger (Simpler) & Edward A. Dollinger Jr. on May 25, 1951. He was born in Philadelphia, PA and at a young age moved to the suburbs of Huntingdon Valley, Pa and started spending his summers in Cape May, NJ, where he undoubtedly always called home. Growing up, Ed always had a bigger than life personality which fit his personal appearance, up to 6’6’’ and no good. He quickly earned the nickname “Big Ed” by family, friends and colleagues. Ed had a knack for making people happy and entertaining. That’s why his decision to become a part of the Hospitality Industry was a perfect fit for him. Ed has been a part of CMAA (Club Managers Association of America) since 1984. He managed many Private Country Clubs in the state of New Jersey. He was a devoted member of the NJ Chapter holding the title of Chapter President four times. He also held the titles of Vice President, Education Chairman & Board Member. Growing up playing football, his love for the game never ceased. He was a diehard Philadelphia Eagles fan, Fly Eagles Fly! Even given all of his success in his career, his proudest moment was being a father. His children were his pride and joy, and made it a point to have them with him, even if had to be at work. They grew up seeing how much personality he had, and how well known he was, not only for his accolades with CMAA, but how he was as a person. He was always out to make sure people were taken care of, smiling, telling jokes and being the life of the room. His three children will do their best to continue in his footsteps and make sure his legacy lives on. Ed was predeceased by his parents, Edward A. Dollinger & Kathleen Dollinger. Ed is survived by his Children; Edward A. Dollinger, Jamie L. Siders, Katie L. Dollinger, Grandchildren; Sofia, Sawyer & Myrick Siders, Brother; Stephen & Dettie Dollinger, Nephews; Stephen Dollinger Jr. & Benjamin L. Dollinger, First Cousins; Danny, Patricia, Joan, Tommy, Kelly, Bridget, Ingrid, Robert, Catherine & Jack. Big Ed touched so many lives through his life. Please remember all the good times, and be sure to share the stories you have, because you know he has or he would be doing the same. He will surely be missed by his family, friends and colleagues. Ed’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday (May 16th) at 1:30pm in Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, Cape May where friends will be received from 12:30pm until 1:30pm. Ed's Funeral Mass will be LIVESTREAMED and RECORDED. The LIVESTREAM will be accessible on Monday (May16th) at 1:20pm by clicking this link https://www.hdezwebcast.com/show/edward-dollinger Interment will be private and at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a monetary donation to the American Diabetes Association or United Spinal Association.