Age 65, passed away on March 12th, 2014 with his family by his side. He was born on August 23, 1948 in Frankfort Indiana. He graduated from Thorntown High School in 1966. He was married to Jane Edwards(Bettis) on February 15, 1969. He was preceded in death by his parents Marjorie Louise Appleget and Joe Otto Edwards and nephew Scott Lee Edwards. He is survived by his children Christopher Edwards(Judykay ), Shelley Rose(Bryan ), two brothers Larry Edwards(Pat ) of Kirklin Indiana, Charles Edwards(Debbie ) of Thorntown IN, mother-in law Ruth Miller, sister-in law Judy Ackerson, 7 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was a member of Franklin Memorial Christian Church and Edinburgh Antique Club. He retired from General Motors at age 59 as a Tool and Die maker.
He was a wonderful husband, father, and friend who was full of laughter, jokes, always making people smile and most importantly enjoying doing God’s work. He loved to collect antiques and go to auctions. He was an antique dealer for many years. He was truly loved by everyone who encountered him. He loved to volunteer with the 4 year old Children’s Sunday School at FMCC and volunteer with Vacation Bible School. He loved to volunteer his time going on Missionary trips, such as a yearly visit to Mountain Mission School in Grundy, VA. Those kids loved him and would embrace him everytime he visited. He will be dearly missed by everyone, but especially by his whole family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Franklin Memorial Christian Church (FMCC) Children’s Ministry in Franklin, IN or Mountain Mission School at 1760 Edgewater Drive, Grundy VA 24614.
Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday March 23rd at 3pm at Franklin Memorial Christian Church located at 1720 Graham Road Franklin, IN
Pat Bennington DeVore says
Jane…
I know that words can not even begin to express how saddened we all are about the recent passing of Denny.
I know that your entire family will rejoice in the wonderful memories that you have made together over the years, and these memories will bring you much comfort in the days, weeks, months, and years to come.
The time that God spoke of is near at hand for us when we will no longer have to worry about sickness or death because as he has promised us, he is going to do away with them completely. We also have the hope of the Resurrection to look forward to and the opportunity to welcome back our deceased loved ones. God never leaves us without hope so there is always something wonderful for us to look forward to. These thoughts have helped me through many hard times when I have lost someone that I have loved.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this sad time… I Love You my Dear Cousin
Terrie Barnes Grubbs an Family says
Jane, Christopher an Shelley. Our entire family sends our condolences, our love an prayers for each of you and the family. We all loved Denny and his smile. He was so much fun to be around. You are all in our thoughts an prayers.
Love Terrie & Allen, Rex & Glenna, Tim, Lois an Mitzi an all our families. We love you.
Jim & Teresa Wolfgang says
Jane & Family, Larry & Family, Charlie & Family ~ so sorry to hear Denny’s passing. God bless each of you with peace and comfort. You’re in our prayers.
Jim & Teresa (Whelchel) Wolfgang
Attaya Suvannasankha/ Gerri Wensloff says
Dear Jane, Shelley, Christopher and family,
Our heartfelt sympathy go out to all of you. We know this is such a difficult time. Please know that you are loved and prayed for as you are healing from this great loss.
Hugs and love,
Attaya and Gerri
Wayman and Judy says
Jane, Chris and Shelley; words can never express what our hearts want to say to give each of you comfort. Dennis was a wonderful, jolly and giving person. Always ready to share any of his knowledge with us or anyone that asked a question regarding his expertise in antiques. We were so happy to welcome your family to our little community and the family proved to be an asset to the town. Dennis will be missed by many. Two of your many friends in Edinburgh, Wayman and Judy.
Peggy Ottinger Arnett says
I never got to meet Dennis’s married family; however, I grew up with Dennis from Grade 1 throughout high school and lived in his community of Elizaville and knew his wonderful family there. The Dennis I knew was everything people have written about him and I am so sorry to hear of your loss at such a young age. I had heard he had a wonderful wife and daughters I believe. May God’s presence be with you during this very difficult time.
Peggy (Ottinger) Arnett
Mike Lamberson says
I was very surprised & dissapointed to learn of Denny’s passing. The last time I saw Denny was when his father Joe passed away. Our parents were very close friends. We lived within sight of the Edwards homeplace in our farming community. Dennis was a couple of years older than me – but we sat together many times on our school bus (that his Dad Joe drove while often whistling away) for a few years. Dennis’s fun-loving & humorus nature made him a joy to be around & gave me fond memories of him. I lost touch with Denny after he finished school & relocated to the Edinburg area. The kind words from those that knew him in later years is certainly no surprise to me.
My most sincere condolences to him wife & children. Also to his brothers Larry (Pat) + Charles (Deborah). He was quite a guy.
Sheri Creasy Cook (Rex) says
Dear family, ours prayers goes out to you all. We were out of town and
We’re heart broken to hear of your loss. We understand he was a fine Christian man and we had a lot of laughs at school. We send you are love and prayers until you are with him again
Sincerely Sheri and Rex