Jerry K. Edwards

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Jerry Edwards Obituary

Edwards, Jerry K.
75 of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully with his son and daughter by his side on Friday, April 27th 2012. He was born in Gallia County, Ohio, and received his PhD from Miami University of Ohio in 1973. He moved to Arizona in 1974, where he was an elementary school principal for the Mesa School District for over 25 years. Jerry loved dearly spending time with his family, and enjoyed tennis, hiking, and reading. He is survived by his daughter Jennifer, son Eric, granddaughter Logan, and brother Don. He is preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife Nathalia. A memorial service will be held Wednesday May 2, 2012, at 10 am at Mariposa Gardens, 6747 E Broadway Rd, Mesa Arizona. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley. Arrangements entrusted to Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park and Funeral Care, 400 South Power Road, Mesa, Arizona 85206, (480) 830-4422, www.MariposaGardens.com

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Published by The Arizona Republic on May 1, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Edwards

11 Entries

Vinita Cao

May 28, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with Jerry for 2 years and he is responsible for getting me started in the classroom. I am indebted to him for his confidence in me as a first year teacher all those moons ago. He will be missed.

May 12, 2012

What I will miss the most about Jerry is his friendly smile and contagious giggle. I feel very fortunate to have been hired twice by Jerry to teach at Nathan Hale and then at Robson. He recognized students' accomplishments by personally delivering his famous PRINCIPAL'S AWARD to deserving students every week of the year! Jerry was one of the principals who allowed teachers to work part-time so that we were able to spend extra time with our own little ones during their formative years. He felt that family comes first, and that if you're happy at home, then you'll be happy at work. And we were! He always had such great vision and purpose and was admired and respected by students, staff, and the community.

Sheri Tarter

May 2, 2012

Jerry was a wonderful principal and neighbor. He was always smiling and positive and quick to share an encouraging word. He and Nat were wonderful neighbors and invited us for Thanksgiving when our house wasn't finished.

Roeann Harper

May 2, 2012

I have many good memories of working for Jerry in the 80's and 90's. He always called me Roxie with his teasing. I didn't care. They were fun years and the plus was becoming good friends with Nat. The stories about the two of us I could still tell. I now will miss them both, but am glad they are now back together again.

Terry Pew

May 2, 2012

I had the privilege of working with Jerry in education for over 25 years. He was the kind of leader who knew what you were capable of, helped you to see what you were capable of, and then let you do what you were capable of. I loved the staff family he created at Hale and at Robson, where I met many of my most cherished friends. I will treasure always the special memories I have of him: laughing at our crazy teacher antics in the hall through his office window; going along with the joke when 8 of us teachers called in "sick" from Mrs. Seacat's (Bert's) cabin; forgiving me when I ordered a gross of a gross [instead of 1 gross] of school pencils that lasted 10+ years; happily sharing Brigitte Bardot's birthday [!]; and so on, and so on. Thank you, Jerry! I'll be forever grateful you were in my life.

Philip Miller

May 1, 2012

Your father was one of my heros when we were younger. He loved sports and was so much on the ball and I really looked up to him. He was a great cousin and will be sorely missed (Jerry's cousin, Philip)

Lora Hogan

May 1, 2012

Jerry Edwards was always encouraging of his staff. He created vision and helped everyone on his staff to share in the work that was "ours". With Jerry as a mentor leader he helped us see more value and potential within ourselves.
We are better for having known Jerry Edwards.

Molly Thede

May 1, 2012

Jerry hired me at Robson when I was young and inexperienced. He believed in me and was an amazing leader and mentor. He always gave me a hard time when Miami of Ohio would beat my Iowa Hawkeyes in football! I will be forever grateful for all Jerry did for me. He will be missed by many.

Robson School Parent (1984-1989)

May 1, 2012

Thank you for taking such good care of our children.

May 1, 2012

How very much I loved the pictures. Brought back so many happy memories. Especially Jerry & his brothers & Aunt Kate's 3 boys on the couch. They all 6 were raised like brothers. Some of my fondest memories were down on the farm with Jerry & his family. I am the oldest of the cousins. Jerry probably has his arms around his beloved wife Nat right now. RIP..we will miss you so.
Cousin Patty Riegel, Jackson, Ohio

Jerry & Dina Sickles

May 1, 2012

I will remember your Dad for always having that great smile, and for always being positive and encouraging to others.He was a good story teller and had a great sense of humor. It was evident how much he loved all of you, and Logan, his grandaughter, being the apple of his eye. He loved and cared about all of his family. You are all in our prayers. Jerry will sadly be missed. "until we meet again". your Uncle Jay's daughter, and cousin, Dina

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