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for Philmon Edwards
Eddie Brown
March 14, 2025
Always bringing back crawfish after spring break. great friend.
Tammie Banks Warren
March 14, 2024
May you continue to Rest In Peace and keep watch over 3019 Canal Street as we continue to "govern ourselves accordingly".
Never Forgotten. C/O "78"
Eddie Brown
March 14, 2023
I miss my true friend and college roommate. Other college friends and I talk about Phil often.
Ann Ceazer
April 14, 2012
My Deepest Sympathy At The Passing Of A Great Leader Of All Times Always Smiling And Encouraging Mentor You Will Be Greatly Missed Love You Mr Edwards Ann Young Ceazer Houston,Tx
BLANCHE THOMAS LANDRY
April 11, 2012
TO THE FAMILY YOU HAVE MY SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS.MR EDWARDS WAS MY FAVORTIE TEACHER AT WARREN EASTON. HE WAS A GOOD TEACHER AND WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. CLASS OF 1982
April 10, 2012
My sympathy and gratitude goes out to the family of Mr. Edwards. I met Mr. Edwards while attending Warren Easton Fundamental High School in the mid-90's.
I would like to share this with you. One day while I was @ school, the elevator wasn't working and being that I am disabled, Mr. Edwards wanted to pick me up and carry me down a flight of stairs. I didn't want him to hurt himself, so I convinced him that I could walk a little and he graciously helped me walk step by step down to the bottom floor. I will never forget that. He was such a good person & a great administrator. I will truly miss him.
Peace to the family,
Cherri A. Moten
Class of 1998
Donna (Cole) Collins
April 8, 2012
Mr. Edwards positively touched and encouraged so many of us in so many ways. This is truly an indication of a life well lived. He will be deeply missed.
CLASS OF 1976 - Warren Easton Sr. High School
Joyce Romanski
April 4, 2012
Mr. Ed: Thank you for guiding and supporting my son through some (sometimes) turbulent events during his high school years. Ronnie has said that he often felt that "Mr. Edwards was the only one in my corner."
I specifically remember your presence at the New Orleans Museum of Art in support of my son's art entries in the Black History contest.
You are one in a million and my family will always remember your kindness, concern and support. (I do believe that you can read all of the beautiful entries in your guest book from your place in Heaven!)
Lisa Edwards
March 28, 2012
Mr. Edwards truly had an impact on my life. His encouraging words and support helped me through a difficult senior year. I am one of many students that was blessed to have this man as a teacher and role model.
Warren Easton Class of 1986
Warren Easton CLASS OF 1982
Betty Jackson
March 28, 2012
On Behalf of The Class Of 1982, We Want To Send Our Condolences to Mr. Edwards Family. A Man Of Character and Compassion. He Never Met A Stranger. He Was A Man After God's Own Heart. He Had That Special Bond With Our Class That Could Never Be Broken. As You Have Seen and Heard All The Wonderful Things Said About Him, Just Know That Some People Are Meant To Pass Through Our Lives and Have An Impact That Will Change The Direction Of Your Life. He Did Just That. We Will Never Forget, Nor Will We Be The Same, Because He Truly Made A Difference And That Alone Was ENOUGH. He Has Recieved His EAGLE WINGS and He's Flying All Over Watching Us From Above. He Can Blow His Horn And Spread His Wings, Because It's So Well Deserved by A Man Who Impacted So Many. Rest Until We Meet Again Mr. Edwards.
Warren Easton Fundamental Senior High
CLASS OF 1982
Elois Rush
March 28, 2012
Mr. Edwards you will truly be missed rest in peace Love Class 1978!
Lanoix
March 27, 2012
Condolances from the Lanoix family.
Suyapa Romero, San Martin
March 26, 2012
Mr Edwards touched many of our lives, I am proud to say I was one of them. You were a great and positive influence you made learning seem easy. I was very lucky to have had you as a teacher. I just lost my Dad 3 months ago and now the other father figure in my life. You will be missed.
Natasha Hays
March 26, 2012
Please accept my condolances on the passing of Mr. Edwards. He taught my husband, Ira Hays, who graduated with W.E. C/O 1990. He still passes on, and uses things that Mr. Edwards used to help strengthen his resolve to be a strong man.In this way,Mr. Edwards lives on through the young adults he taught. Thank you for sharing him with my husband, and the countless number of other young adults in New Orleans. I look forward to seeing him in the resurection mentioned in the Bible at John 5:28,29.At that time their will be no pain,sorrow,or death. Rev 21:3,4.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Belinda Rivera Johnston
March 26, 2012
Thank you Mr. Edwards for making a difference in our young lives. You always made time to listen when we needed your guidance. You were my teacher from 1977 to 1978 and you will always be remembered. Condolences to the Edwards family.
Minister Anthony Smith, Sr.
March 25, 2012
Thanks for believing in me and always demanding that no matter the endeavor I do my best. It is because of you that I am a minister today and not a miscreant thanks for caring about all of your students above and beyond what was required.
Edith Patterson
March 25, 2012
My condolences to the Edwards Family. I was your student from 1977 to 1980. I thank you so much for teaching about life and preparing me for the future. I joinded the Army right after high school in 1980 and spent 26 years and then retired. You taught me alot about respect for others. Thank you so much for helping me make in through this life time.
Loretta Howard
March 25, 2012
As a teacher you open up our young minds and challenge us to make good decidions as we stepped into the world, only the best teachers would care enough to push us to do our very best. It wasn't easy but you got the job done. Your a very admired teacher who cared and always had our best interest in your heart. As a role model you inspired us to dream, to work and to reach for what we wanted and for that I Thank You. It's been a real pleasure having you teach me.
Loretta Howard c/o 82 (New Orleans, La).
Nichole Mckenzie
March 25, 2012
Rest in Paradise Mr. Ed......We love you!!! C/O 9T6
Sandra Leonard
March 24, 2012
To Ms Grace Harrison & Family, Our prayers are with you and your family as you go through this sad time. Lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him & he will direct your path. Remain Blessed, Ms. Thelma, Sandra, Deb, Tracey & Pam Leonard and our families
March 24, 2012
My Sympathy to the family of Philmon Edwards.
Thanks to GOD for having the opportunity to see and talk with him at our high school reunion in 2010. I had not seen him since our graduation in 1960. Philmon and I were in Mrs. Aaron home room. We along with a few others were her favorite students.
It is so heartwarming to read all of the nice things that his students have written. Family you must feel comforted.
Keep all your memories of Philmon in your heart and thank GOD for having shared him with you.
Lydia Beevers Albert Missouri City, TX
Class of 1960 L.B.Landry
Yolanda Decuir-Shy
March 24, 2012
You will be sorely missed.I didn't have you as a teacher but you were a great influence in my life.
Thank you! Go claim your mansion in heaven because you've earned it.
Love You! Yolanda Yogi Decuir
C Thompson
March 23, 2012
I got put out of Warren Easton right after 11th grade Mr.Ed let me back in & said a prayer with me & my mother and told me I was going to be ok.The BEST principal ever...a real stand up guy...I'll always govern myself accordingly. R.I.P Mr.Ed
Berdell Vincent
March 23, 2012
Mr. Edwards you were a Blessing to so many lives. We Thank You for your Strength, Leadership, Guidance and Compassion. You will never be forgotten!
Our condolences to the Edwards Family. May you find Strength and Peace. "Weaping May Endure for a night but Joy Comes in the Morning Light! "We Thank You for Sharing Mr. Ed with Us. "One Cool Dude!" ~ Rest in Peace Mr. Edwards~
Lionell Powell Sr
March 23, 2012
My thoughs and condolences goes out to the Edwards family. What a Great humanitarian he were. May the work he's done continue to speak for him. R I P Mr.
Lionell Powell Sr c/o84
Suzette Crayton
March 23, 2012
Our heartfelt condolences to the Edward's family from the Craytons (Sheila, Brenda, Suzette, and Lerone).
Aleatha Mills Garner
March 23, 2012
I offer my prayers to the family of Mr. Edwards. He was an outstanding person and role model. His words of wisdom and encouragement will forever stay with me. I would also like to thank his family for unselfishly sharing him with all of us. When i speak of him its never just as a teacher but more so as a friend.
I know he will be missed but know he will never be forgotten.
Rest on Mr.Ed
Nicole Harris
March 23, 2012
Sending condolences to the family of Mr.Ed, may GOD comfort you at this time. He will be forever missed C/O 92.
Destiny Hinson
March 23, 2012
Mr. Ed touched many young lives in such a positive way during his journey. I thank God for role models like him. I pray that his family be blessed and find strength in the Lord during this time.
Destiny Hinson
c/o 1992
Fred & Elma Richardson
March 23, 2012
To Grace Harrison & Family
Our thoughts are with you at this time and we pray that you will find comfort through the moving of the Holy Spirit in the lives of your family.
Marian Jefferson-Demas
March 23, 2012
I am sending condolences to the family of Philmon Edwards. May God comfort you at this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember Philmon as a professional, dependable and wonderful co-worker. Thank you Philmon for being a positive influence in my granddaughter's (Tyree Donato) life. Rest in peace and enjoy your heavenly, well deserved reward.
Marion Jefferson Demas- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Petrina Baxter
March 23, 2012
Such a great inspiration and role model. Mr. Ed was a great Principal and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to be influenced by him. We will miss him dearly. Prayers are with the Edwards family.
Andrea Sensley-LeBlanc
March 23, 2012
My prayers are extended to the Edwards' family. Mr.Edwards will be greatly missed!
Kenya Thompson
March 23, 2012
Edwards Family-Thank you for sharing your father, brother, uncle and loved one with us! "Mr. Ed" stood in the gap as a surrogate father to some and a positive black male role model to others. The life he lived speaks for him. Well done thy good and faithful servant. REST in peace!
Family-be encouraged in the Lord and look to the hills from which cometh your help.
Kenya McElveen Thompson
c/o 1994
Sonovia Hicks
March 23, 2012
My heart and many prayers goes out to the Edwards family! Mr. Ed will be missed.....
Sequoyah Collins
March 23, 2012
Mr Edwards was a tough but fair man who influenced a great deal of students. He will truly be missed. C/O 02!!!
March 23, 2012
To the family of Mr. Philmon Edwards;
When our son was a student at Warren Easton High School, he always had good remarks about Mr. Ed and, he continued his relationship with him up to Hurricane Katrina. It was because of that relationship that we encouraged our grandchildren and other children of our church to attend Warren Easton.
Mr. Edwards was an excellent role model, advocate for youth, excellent administrator and a true friend. We know that you have wonderful memories and hope that they provide comfort to you at this time.
You are in our prayers.
Major Christopher L. Jones, 1991
Joseph Gill, Jennifer Gill,
Rev. and Mrs. Johnny Jones, Jr.
Free Mission Baptist Church
Jacqueline Gremillion Tate c/o 82
March 23, 2012
To the Edwards Family you have my deepest condolences. You are in my prayers.
Lorene Harmon-Richard
March 22, 2012
My Thoughts and Prayers, are extended to the Edwards' family. He was a wonderful teacher and person.
March 22, 2012
We extend Our deepest condolences to Tany, Lucille, and the entire Edwards family. We will truly keep you in our prayers. Mr. Ed will truly be missed. Mr. Ed was a great principal and made a lasting impression on many of his students. Most of all he was extremely proud of Tanya's accomplishments. Your faith will lead you through this difficult time.
David and Bernita Augustine
Hilda Thomas
March 22, 2012
My deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Philmon Edwards.
Sonya Nash
March 22, 2012
Mr. Edwards, thank you being a wonderful role model for many of us. My condolences to the Edwards Family.
Karla Conrad
March 22, 2012
My Deepest Sympathy to the Edwards Family. Mr. Ed will truly be missed, he was a wonderful person.
Tisha Starks-Givens
March 22, 2012
To the Edwards Family with my deepest sympathy may God continue to strengthen you during your time of bereavement.
Eugenia James
March 22, 2012
Mr. Edwards, you will TRULY be missed. I would like to extend my heart felt condolences to the family. C\O 87
Kendal Coulon- Frederick
March 22, 2012
Thanks for being such a positive part of my high school years. I couldn't have made it without you.
Mike Sandifer
March 22, 2012
A great man who influence alot lives at Warren Easton by telling us the truth about life. RIP Mr ED
Ricky Fernandez
March 22, 2012
Mr. Edwards, you were the true definition and meaning of a positive role model. You approached every situation with an enthusiasm and passion that will never be replicated. Rest in God's Home now sir as your legacy will survive always in the hearts of those fortunate to know such a great man!
Eric Howard
March 22, 2012
Mr. Ed you knew me since i was little, before i even came to Easton. You always looked out for me and I will forever be grateful. Enjoy your birthday as the angels will throw you a party better than any you could have on this earth! You were a blessing to me and my mother and i will continue to govern myself accordingly.
Bradley Carroll
March 22, 2012
Mr. Ed was the coolest teacher i've ever known. He was a great role model, mentor and Godly man. You will be missed by many. Just seeing how many people have written in the guest book is a testimate of how many lives you've touch. You will forever be in our hearts. Rest on Mr. Ed. Rest on. C/O 87.
Rolina Martinez
March 22, 2012
Mr. Edwards,Now that you are home bound,may you rest.Your Spirit and dedication to all the students whose lives that you touched will forever be engraved in our Souls.To God Be The GLORY!Prayers,to your Family and loved ones.May you find peace knowing that you shard him with the World!
Deborah Brandon
March 22, 2012
You will be truly missed. Love always class of 1988!!
B Smith
March 22, 2012
Mr. Ed you will truly be missed by all who knew you! May you rest in peace with God forever. Class of 93!
doris davis
March 22, 2012
your self accordingly i t was a honore to have known a good man like mr ed praying for you family
Emile Godfrey
March 22, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Colleen Wright
March 22, 2012
I knew Phil as an educator,union rep and especialy as a warm, friendly gentleman.He became a mentor to my son Roy when he was a student at Easton. He was indeed a priceless gift to the students in New Orleans. I pray God's mercy to his family.
marcus hayes
March 22, 2012
to the family of Mr .Edwards sorry for your lost
. marcus and family bethune elementary
Leslie Williams
March 22, 2012
"Govern Yourselves Accordingly". Mr. Ed was an awesome educator who was my teacher, counselor, but most of all my friend. Mr. Ed was an instrumental part of so so many lives. He will forever be missed. To his family, Tanya, embrace the memories and "Govern Yourselves Accordingly. I have. We loved you but God loved you best.
Leslie Pierre C/O 86
Eleanor Collins-Shy
March 22, 2012
Mr. Ed was a great man and educator. My heart goes out to his family at this time and in the days ahead. Gone but not forgotten. C/O 91
WE class of 91' "20th Reunion" (June 2011)
Ledora Yerks-Birdlow
March 22, 2012
On behalf of the Warren Easton class of 1991': We were very honored to have Mr. Ed as our honoree for our 20th class reunion last year. He was a true inspiration to our lives, and it showed, and still is showing through our lives today. He will be missed by all of us. So on behalf of the class of 91' you and the rest of your family are in our prayers. We will honor his memory forever by doing what he taught us all. "Govern Yourselves Accordingly". Thank you for sharing him with us all.
Ledora Yerks-Birdlow
Class of 91' Reunion Class President
March 22, 2012
Sorry for your lost, I was a student of Mr.Edwards he was a beautiful man and he will be missed. Melanie Butler,Osretta Robertson,David Garcia we all Loved Mr.E. he was our friend
maria erazo
March 22, 2012
Mr. Edwards I am sadden that you have passed. You were like a father to me in 1972-1976. You will be missed greatly.
You were so good to us at Warren Easton as our teacher and then later as our Principle. Just know you were loved and respected and will be missed.... Maria Erazo class of 1976
March 22, 2012
To the family of Mr.Edwards: You had a great father'' and husband''. I only knew him because my son'' attened Warren Easton, but I can say one thing that whatever he said ,the kids new what it meant. And he instilled postive into my son. And I would like to thank him. Mrs. Weary.
Rachel Collins
March 22, 2012
My prayers are with the family in this time of need. Mr. Edwards was loved by many and will be missed by the same. Remember to let God comfort you during this hour of despair.
Maureen Ancar
March 22, 2012
Tanya, you have my deepest sympathy. Your father was a great dad and educator. I still remember the summer we worked with him at the school. I know you will treasure all the memories of your dad.
Norshaun Thomas
March 22, 2012
Absent from the body, present with the Lord. Mr. Ed was an awesome person and an angel to all who came in contact with him. He will be missed but his memory will live forever in our lives. c/o 90
March 22, 2012
It is with great sadness that I am writing this sympathy note regarding one of the greatest High School teachers that has ever taught. Mr. Edwards was an absolute jewel of a person and he will always be remembered. Rest in Peace Great One.
Annette Newsum, WE '82
Sylvester White
March 22, 2012
Thanks for the advice you gave long ttme ago. Senior 78
Williams
March 22, 2012
Mr. Ed you will truly be missed by all who knew you!!! You are an inspiration. May you rest in peace with God forever. Class of 99 loves you!!!!!!
March 22, 2012
Rest in peace Mr.Ed. You will be dearly missed by all who came in contact with you. May your life lessons live in all of us....r.i.p. mr ed
Judy Lambert ( c/o 84)
March 22, 2012
My sincerest sympathy to the family of Mr. Edwards. He was a great mentor and educator, but most of all, a great person with a HUGE heart. God bless and keep you as you cope with your loss. R.I.P. Mr.Ed.
Shawnika Joseph
March 22, 2012
Mr. Edwards was an awesome man. He was firm, yet fair. He was passionate about students and education. I will cherish the fond memories that I have of him. There are so many things that I remember about him. Mr. Edwards made announcements over the P.A. System like only he could. When he called a student to come to the office and added "NOW" on the end everyone knew that, the student was in trouble. :-) I can hear Mr. Ed clear as day saying " I repeat & reinterate."
Last week I can imagine Jesus saying, "servant come to Heaven and take your rest... I repeat and I reinterate, there's a crown waiting on you!"
To the family of Mr. Edwards, you all are in my prayers.
Sympathetically Submitted,
Warren Easton Alumni C/O 2001
Diane Hampton Bradley
March 22, 2012
God bless your family you will truly be missed. May your wonderful spirit rest in peace. (Gary Martin Washington Jr.)
Catrece Bourda
March 22, 2012
Rest in peace Mr. Ed! We all love and miss you dearly. Wear your purple and gold robe with pride! With love, Catrece Bourda, class of 2003
Leonard Brown/Barnes
March 22, 2012
My prayers are with his family who unselfishly shared a wonderful dedicated, God fearing man. May God bless and keep you all.....I know one day we shall meet again and I can't wait to hear you fuss at me about everything I did. I'm trying to, like you would say "Govern myself accordingly"...lol.... I can still hear those keys coming up the hallway!! Oh Yeah, thanks for those rides to school... C/O 1997
Shelly Montague-Ford
March 22, 2012
My condolences to the family of Mr. Edwards. He was a great person and excellent teacher. A favorite of many.
May he rest in Peace.
The other Montague girls,
Stacy c/o 80,
Shari c/o 81,
and Shelly c/o 83.
Roxana McCauley
March 22, 2012
May you rest in peace Mr. Ed. Thank you for being a great mentor. I will always remember everything you have done for me and my family.
C/O 97
Yasmine McGehee
March 22, 2012
Mr Edwards was one of our greatest teachers. We will always cherish his guidance and instruction.
Verna Llopis
March 22, 2012
Mr. Ed words could never explain the type of person you were to everyone. The impact you have put in so many people lives. You will be truly missed. May GOD hold you and your family securely in his warm embrace.
Marnia Ellsworth
March 22, 2012
Mr. Ed, you will be truly missed. Thank you for all that you have done and all that you will do from heaven. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Nichole Mckenzie
March 22, 2012
My condolences to the Edwards family...He was a great man. We lost a mentor, a father figure, caring and honest man. Rest In Paradise Mr. Ed.....Gone but not forgotten Warren Easton Class of 1996
Violet Jones-Nicholas
March 22, 2012
Mr. Ed you were such an inspiration to so many students including my daughter, Heidi Jones, who loves you dearly. I will never forget the kind words you always shared with me about my now deceased husband. You were such a blessing to everyone who came in contact with you. You are so sadly missed.
Tanzania Champagne
March 22, 2012
My heart was saddened when I heard the news of Mr. Ed's passing. But as I began to reflect on the man that touched, molded and changed countless lives; including mine, with his no nonsense, yet compassionate approach to education and life, I smiled. Mr. Ed answered the call of being an educator, mentor and father figure to the Warren Easton students tirelessly for decades. “Govern yourselves accordingly, and do everything in decency and order,” was his coined phrase. But last week Mr. Ed answered his final call when the God said “Servant, well done."
My prayers are with his family who unselfishly shared a wonderful dedicated, God fearing man. May God bless and keep you all.
Warren Easton Class of 1995
Judy & Kennith Jackson
March 22, 2012
Mr Ed you will be miss by my husband & I (Kennith O Jackson,Sr & Judy Jackson) and everyone at Phase III Body Shop. To The family you have our deepest sympathy but remember the lord will not give you more then you can handle.
Sparkle Stanwood-Dickerson
March 22, 2012
I send my condolences to the Edwards family..please take comfort in the fact that Mr Ed has touches so many lives!! We love you always.
Danielle Cobbs
March 22, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Edwards family. Mr Edwards...you were such a kind gentle man with a warm spirit. Every day you would greet your students with a loving smile. You were never too busy to speak or to help anyone. Your students and faculty always came first. I really treasure my days at Easton till this day. You were a great role model for not only the males but for the ladies too. May you rest in peace Mr Edwards...WE love and miss you dearly. C/O 97
March 22, 2012
God Bless the Family of this beautiful person, honest and just a great role model, the Warren Easton Family appreciates all your encouraging words and guidence. We'll miss you Mr. Ed.RIP. Class 00 M Rodriguez.
Dedra Montague
March 22, 2012
The Montague family would like to send their condolences to the family of Mr.Ed: Dedra Montague C/O 1981 , Rhonda Montague C/O 1982 , Patrice Montague C/O 1984 , Roy Montague Jr. C/O 1986. Thank you for all you've done Mr.Ed!! May you rest in peace!!! Much Love
Charles Armelin
March 22, 2012
We send our condolences to the Edwards family. Mr. Ed was truly an inspiration to all of us at Easton. May he rest in peace...C. Armelin..Class of 82; Debra Armelin-Carey..Class of 84.
J White
March 22, 2012
Phil was a great man to all who know him. He will truly be missed. My deepest sympathy to his family; my prayers are with you.
shawn jefferson
March 22, 2012
Mr. Ed a great man , mentor ,and friend I will miss u , u had a big influence in my life doing my high school years thank you c/o 92
Jennie Louding-Hill
March 22, 2012
Thank u Mr. Edwards for being such a great man u will always be remembered. RIP!!! c/o79
Carolyn Theodore
March 22, 2012
Mr Ed has touched many of our lives,proud to say I was one of the lucky ones. You will be truly missed. Class of 93~
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