Robert (Bob) Edwards Obituary

Robert Charles Edwards, known to his friends and family as Bob, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on July 19, 1936, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to the late Albert and Agatha Edwards. Bob's life was one of dedication, service, and an unwavering love for his family.

He married his cherished wife, Faye Edwards, on March 31, 1961, in Dallas, Texas. Together, they nurtured a loving household and built a lifetime of memories. Bob proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service, he became a lineman and then served as an electrician at the Veterans Affairs Hospital. After retiring, he spent many peanut harvest seasons in the panhandle. Bob was a member of the Masonic Lodge for 60 plus years. In his later years, he found joy in tinkering on various projects in his shop. Bob loved Jesus and his family dearly. He loved meeting and talking to people which is evident by the multitude of friends he leaves behind that will miss his smile and hugs!

Bob is preceded in death by his parents, his beloved daughter Bobbie Jean Shields, and his siblings: Albert Edwards Jr., John Wesley Edwards, Lousie Carter, and Marie Willeford.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Faye Edwards, daughter Tina McKenzie (Rick) of Bonham, Texas, sons Albert Edwards (Jai) of Hendrix, Oklahoma, and Mike Edwards (Nicole) of Bailey, Texas. He also leaves behind numerous grandchildren: BJ Frazier, Jason Frazier, Alley Nunley, Chris Edwards, Ashley Johnson, Ace Edwards, AJ Edwards, Todd Shields, and Eli Shields, along with 14 great- grandchildren and his dear sister Colleen Livingston.

A visitation will be held for family and friends at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home, Sunday, August 3, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The funeral service will take place on Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 AM, at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will include Ace Edwards, Chris Edwards, BJ Frazier, Jason Frazier, Eli Shields, and Todd Shields. Honoring Bob as honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Polstan, Dale Davis, Johnny Babers, and Albert White.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Gober Baptist Church Building Fund, PO Box 82 Wolfe City, TX 75443.

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