SHATZ, EDWIN J., 80, died August 7, 2014. He was the husband of Eleanor (Spinks) McCarthy. Born in Providence, a son of the late Morris and Rena (Dubovick) Shatz, he was a lifelong resident of Rhode Island. He graduated from Classical High School and attended Brown University. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children; Debra and her husband Peter, Timothy, John and his wife Gayle, and James and his wife Kimberly, his brother; Marshall, 11 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. He was the father of the late Patricia. A graveside service will be held, Friday August 8th at 9:30AM at Lincoln Park Cemetery, 1469 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02888. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to, the Kosher Food Pantry, 100 Niantic Avenue, Providence, RI 02907. Shiva will be private.