Gary Edwards Obituary

Gary Dale Edwards, a resident of Colyell, died on Friday, February, 22, 2013 at Ochsner of Baton Rouge. He was 66. Visitation will be held at Colyell Baptist Church on Monday, February, 25, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Visitation on Tuesday will resume at 9:00 a.m. Bro. Craig Forque will conduct religious services at 11:00 a.m. with assistance from Bro. Clint Mitchell and Bro. Bill Holifield. Burial will follow in Colyell Community Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of over forty-six years, Helen Wheat Edwards, two sons, Tony Edwards and wife Kimberlyn Hano Edwards and Andy Edwards, daughter, Patty Wheat and husband Joey Wheat, four grandchildren, Jody Wheat, Katie Edwards Paysse and husband Chris, Toni Kay Edwards and Joni Edwards, great grandson, Bryson Bonvillain, four sisters and brothers-in-law, Joan Ratcliff and husband Eddie, Almedie Stewart and husband Meridith "Butch", Kathy Elder and husband Ted and Lydia Hebert and husband Joey, one brother, Cecil Edwards, Jr. and wife Barbara. He was preceded in death by his parents, Euline and Cecil Edwards, Sr. Please sign the online guestbook at www.sealefuneral.com.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 23 to Feb. 25, 2013.
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In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Harold and Brenda watts

February 25, 2013

Mrs. Helen, Patty, Tony, Andy and family:
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Gary was such a nice man and will be missed by many. Cling to your fond memories for comfort and lean upon each other and the Lord for strength. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Much love to all of you.

Carol (Ardoin) Marionneaux

February 25, 2013

May you all find strength throughout this most difficult journey in the arms of our most Heavenly Father. We Pray that He carry you all gently during this most difficult path, & cradle you all in His most Loving & Gracious Arms. We are here if there's anything at all we can can do, please don't hesitate to call. Sending much love & Prayers,
Bryan, Alicha, Bryan Dakota, & Lily Bryanne McDonald

Alicha Wheat McDonald

February 24, 2013

Our prayers are with The Edwards Family in this time of sorrow.

Sondra Fletcher

February 24, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Alton & Mitzie Taylor

February 24, 2013

Helen, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort and peace.

Susan Harrell Watson

February 24, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Brenda Wheat

February 23, 2013

My heart and prayers are with each of you I know he will be greatly missed Love You All

Daphne McMorris Leger

February 23, 2013

Helen, children, grandchildren and family sorry too hear this news.

God Bless each of you during this time.

Helen, I have known you and Gary since school, my heart goes out to you, love and prayers.

Dianne Goings Melchior

February 23, 2013

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