Earle B. Ziff
February 25, 2022
Ziff, Earle, B., age 65, of Englewood, formerly of Leonia, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, February 25, 2022. Born in Boston, Earle was a graduate of Emerson College, Class of 1979. A man of many talents, he was the host of national and local television shows, including “Those Magnificent Talkies,” and the award-winning “Restaurant Row.” Earle’s second career was in financial services recruiting. Earle served on the Leonia Recreation Commission and was the Head Coach of the Leonia Junior Football team. Earle loved community theater and was thrilled to be cast in many shows over the years. Earle was a proud member of the Leonia Players Guild, Elmwood Playhouse, Bergen County Players, and Antrim Playhouse. He was a food lover, an avid movie buff, and a lifelong Bruins, Devils, Patriots, and Red Sox fan.
Above all else, Earle loved his friends and family. Beloved husband of Beth (nee: Davis) for 40 years. Devoted father of Phillip Ziff, Alec Ziff, and his fiance Sophie Maskin. Cherished son of Marilyn and the late Henry Ziff. Dear brother of David Ziff, Ellen Kessler, and her husband Glenn. Adored brother-in-law of Audrey Sclarow. He will be dearly missed by his nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Chapel service will be held on Monday, February 28th at 11:30 AM at The Sanctuary of Abraham and Sarah (Paramus). Entombment to follow. Shiva will be observed on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 2-8 PM at The Hampton Inn and Suites Teaneck Glenpointe in The Bridge Meeting Room. If so desired, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, The EHE Foundation, or a charity of your choice. For more information call (201) 947-EDEN.
Chapel Service
11:30 am – 12:30 pm Monday, February 28, 2022
Sanctuary Of Abraham & Sarah
735 Forest Avenue
Paramus, New Jersey, United States
07652
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Earle was a remarkable man in every sense of the word. He had a sense of humor the likes of which no other human being on earth will ever possess. When you were with Earle you felt his love. The world lost an amazing man today. So many wonderful memories. Love to you – BZ, Phil & Alec.
Dearly Departed Earle, I am so saddened that you have left us but relieved that you are now free of pain. We met during a play many years ago and I have so enjoyed gossiping with you ever since! I will miss you my friend. May your beloved family be consoled by fond memories. Goodnight sweet prince….
Im so very sorry to hear of this sad news. My deepest and most sincere condolences. May his memory be a blessing.
Dearest Beth, Thinking of you at this sad time . So very sorry to hear. Sending you love dear cousin. Tina
Mr. Ziff was also the voice along with Beth the voice of the NorJAC academic championships. Although Phil and Alec graduated many years ago, both would come back to volunteer all day, including being the traditional voices of the Championship Round. . The family are great people. Mr. Ziff is a treasure and will be missed many including the Leonia School Community. Earle and Beth raised two great young men – Alec and Phil. My prayers are with the Ziff family during this very sad time. With great sadness, Ed Bertolini
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So sad to hear about Earle.My heartfelt condolences to Beth and the rest of the family. Earle was such wonderful human being and he will be so missed by so many. Rest well Earle.
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Our hearts are with you and your family. My condolences. Marcus Bertoldo and Family
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. ~Author Unknown Earle was a classmate at Emerson College. What a special human being….always had kind words to share. He will be missed. May his memory be a blessing.
I cannot even imagine this world without Earle Ziff. He was such a friend, a spark of beautiful light. I am so so very sorry. Much love and hugs to the whole Ziff family and all his loving friends. Barbara Harper Davidson
For The entire Ziff family I hope this poem brings some peace in your hearts Every time you cry we cry together Every smile of mine is yours to have Everyday the sun shines down upon us The love we share was blessed by Gods own hand And as the starry sky revolves about this earthly plane Ill say good-bye to you until the day begins again And if by chance we meet in dreams Ill take you by the hand, well sail away to far and better lands. Poem by Kent Holmes
Although I haven’t seen Earle since he graduated Emerson in 1979, my memories of him as a funny, smart and kind young man have stayed with me. Every time I encountered Earle he would put a smile on my face. My condolences to his family and friends.
So sorry to hear about Earle. My deepest condolences to the entire Ziff family.
Wow! Too Young, Too Soon. Always a silly, funny man. I remember how he used to interact with his roommate at Emerson, Mark Levy. Earl never cut the guy any slack. Those two were like Abbott & Costello. Earl would always come up on me from behind, put his hand on my shoulder and yell HAYMSIE! It was never a dull moment when Earl was around. Great Guy, most of all a Phenomenal Human Being. We talked a few years back and there was a lot of ribbing. He will be missed in both body and spirit. My sincerest sympathies to David who is also a friend, Beth and the entire Ziff clan. RIP old buddy, possibly you will break legs and ace the audition for TV host on the Angels Network.
I have such warm memories of Earle from our Emerson days. Always kind (and funny). Rest in peace.
I knew Earle from Emerson College and my one memory that stands out is when he did theater reviews and interviews with stars. One afternoon I was at the campus radio station and Earle said that he was going to interview a couple of the stars from the show Broadway at the Wilbur Theater. I mentioned that I knew one of the them. Earle surprised me by inviting me to join him and I went. There were a few of us who attended actually. We had a nice visit, I got visit with an old friend and Earle had a great interview. I am grateful for his kindness. My condolences to his family. You’ll be in my prayers.
Having grown up across the street in Swampscott before their move to Marblehead from Auntie Marilyn and Hank (who told me my Indian brand sweater was guaranteed to pill), I knew Earl well and remember what a funny young man he was who did amazing impressions. I was so sad to hear this news and send my condolences and love ❤️ to his family and especially, Auntie Marilyn. Ken Simons
Weve been struggling to find the right words. We are very sorry about Earle. So many of our memories include Earle making us laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. Kindest regards, Michael, Lydia, Josh, Luke, and Jesse.
I was surprised to hear this news of Earls passing. I remember him always being a kind person when I attended Emerson college with his brother Dave and future wife, Beth. All of you are such kind, loving souls. God bless Earl -RIP you Wonderful man.
Earle and I met at WQTV-TV in Boston sometime around 1979 as we were both beginning our careers. It was a quirky station with a lot of experimental programming…we were just leaving the nest and in many ways, Earle was my on-air wingman. I anchored the afternoon news update followed by Earle hosting the movie series Those Magnificent Talkies. At 6p we were both part of the citys only live TV newsmagazine, Boston Live. Earle was funny, irreverent, smart and kind. We didnt have much back then, but we had our dreams and each other. Earle helped make this period one of the most pivotal in my life. I have had few TRUE friends in my life…I can count them on one hand. Earle has always occupied one of those digits and the memory of the times we shared, will stay in my heart forever.
Beth – our deepest condolences to you and your entire family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. May his memory be for a blessing. Bara, Lexi, Gabi
In my 2 years at Emerson I got to know Earle well through my fraternity Phi Alpha Tau, my thoughts and prayers are with the family
I just found out about Earle an very thrown off and flooding with memories—I interned on his ch 68 TV show in Boston. It was always fun around Earle–and although he graduated before me at Emerson—I was friends with his brother David–and would see Earle–and certainly David often around the school—Earle was, is– part of my Emerson CollegeBoston days of treasured memories–and of course his Beth—those years at school—was great because Earle–and by way of David too–the Ziff boys–and Beth were fun people—my deepest condolences to the entire Ziff family—-Peter Mones, Astoria NY