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Darrell E. Edwards

1930 - 2010

Darrell E. Edwards obituary, 1930-2010

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1930

DIED

2010

Darrell Edwards Obituary

Darrell E. Edwards 1930 - 2010 After a short, sudden illness, Darrell passed away on November 2, 2010. Darrell Eugene Edwards was born October 9, 1930 to Avery and Delilah (Rutledge) Edwards in Granite City, IL. Darrell served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean conflict. Through mutual friends, he met and married Carol L. (Hall) Vahle on January 9, 1954 in Madison, IL. They moved to San Jose, CA in 1977 and to Bakersfield, CA in 1997. Darrell enjoyed weight-lifting and singing since his teenage years. He was a member of the Merry Makers vocal group in Kern City. Darrell is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Glynn and Clayton. He leaves behind his wife, Carol; daughter, Constance (Edwards) Serrano; 2 stepchildren, Terrie (Vahle) Cooper-Piper and Thomas Vahle. With his blended family, he was blessed with 5 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. The family would like to extend thanks to the staff of Memorial Hospital for all their caring. Per Darrell's request, there will be no services. www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Nov. 17, 2010.

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Diana Naney

November 19, 2010

I will always remember his great voice as we were kids in listening to him sing when I would be at your home Terrie. Also will rember all the weight lift gear he had and his muscles. Our love is always with you. Love, Diana

Marilyn Robolino

November 17, 2010

The Kern City Music Makers were fortunate to have Darrell in our singing group for the past seven years. We shall always remember his booming baritone and incredible knowledge of music and lyrics. He will be deeply missed. Farewell Darrell, from your friends Marilyn, Tom, Joe, Fred, Phyllis, Mike, Marge and Ken.

Jessica Harper

November 17, 2010

My love is always with you

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