Edward ‘Eddie’ Jarrell, had a big heart

Edward “Eddie” Jarrell, 56, of Rehoboth Beach passed away Monday, Feb. 4, 2019, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes surrounded by family and friends.  He was born in Wilmington to Edith (Hicken) Jarrell and the late Edward Jarrell.  Eddie was a 1980 graduate of Dickinson High School.   

Eddie plotted his journey from day one.  He navigated through the roughest seas. That’s how he wanted it. He lived the life he truly wanted to live, a free spirit who never looked back.  How many of us can say that?  His journey led him to many ports, introduced him to many friends. His stories were limited to no boundaries, his large heart he desperately fought to hide never faded away with the tide.  

“I’ll give you the shirt off my back” wasn’t just a simple phrase to Eddie. He gave more than he had, never expecting anything in return.  As he sailed past the final buoy in his journey, the winds diminished, the sails lowered, and the seas calmed.  His vessel no longer strained, no longer taking on water.  His compass is guided by the hand of God as he drifts to the harbor of eternal light.

Eddie is survived by his son Shane Jarrell; his mother Edith; his brothers: Charles Jarrell (Nikki) and Michael Jarrell (Jen); his sisters: Jennifer DiIenno (Bill) and Tracie Smelstoys (Chris); and many cherished aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. In addition to family, Eddie leaves behind numerous friends, especially his dear friend John DeSimone.

A celebration of Eddie’s life will be held at noon, Sunday, May 5, at Cape Henlopen State Park, Main Beach pavilion.  Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Eddie’s memory to the Rehoboth Beach Lions Club, PO Box 291, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.  

Please visit Eddie’s Life Memorial Webpage and sign his online guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.