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Michael Heath EDWARDS

1973 - 2014

Michael Heath EDWARDS obituary, 1973-2014, Bastrop, TX

BORN

1973

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Bastrop Providence Funeral Home - Bastrop

2079 Highway 71 East

Bastrop, Texas

Michael EDWARDS Obituary

EDWARDS, Michael HeathMichael Heath Edwards, a native son of Texas, passed away at his home in Bastrop, and entered Heaven on February 22, 2014. Heath was born in Austin, Texas on October 23, 1973, to Rusty Edwards and Wilda Vasquez. He was 40 years old. He was raised and educated in Bastrop graduating from Bastrop High School in 1992. He attended Tarleton State University and Northeast Texas Community College and majored in Agriculture. At Northeast Texas he was on the Rodeo Team and traveled to rodeos in Texas and Louisiana. Heath was a bright, enthusiastic individual who loved learning from an early age. He was inquisitive and creative and loved writing contemporary stories. He enjoyed reading; his favorite book was Lonesome Dove. He enjoyed listening to country music, rock 'n' roll and dancing. He loved all sports and especially supported the Texas A & M Aggies. One of his favorite tunes is the Aggie War Hymn. He loved all animals, especially dogs and horses. He enjoyed riding horses for pleasure as well as working cattle and team roping. Working and having fun on the family ranch at Walnut Creek afforded him many opportunities for work , playing and developing skills needed for becoming a skilled team roper as well as a experienced horseman. Welcoming him to heaven are his grandparents, Freddie and Shirley Edwards and Alfred and Rosa Lee Lowden, and great-grandparents, Hall and Ethel Tarver and Jess and Cora Chrisner and one of his dogs, Chance. Surviving family members include: Father, Rusty Edwards and wife Lorraine; Mother, Wilda and husband, Ismael Vasquez; sister, Malinda Edwards Vinklarek and nephews, Clay and Caden, and step-brother and his wife, Matt and Misty Vasquez of Rosanky and their children, Brooke, Katy and Audrey. Also, surviving are his aunt and uncles: Joe and Carol Shull, of Arlington, Virginia; and Herbert and Teresa Sladek of Dale, Texas. Other survivors are his cousins Austin Shull, of New York City; Amanda Shull of Washington, D.C. as well as Alan and Dawn Sladek of North Richland Hills, along with their children Claire and Jack; and Paul and Jennifer Sladek of Round Rock, Texas. He also leaves behind many wonderful friends in Bastrop, Cedar Creek, Rockne and Dale. He also is survived by his beloved and faithful blue heeler dogs: Reno, Molly, Petie, Penny, and Scooter. Services will be at Providence Funeral Home in Bastrop, Texas, 2079 Highway 71E as follows: Visitation: Thursday, February 27, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be on Friday, February 28, at 10:00 am.

Published by Austin American-Statesman from Feb. 27 to Feb. 28, 2014.
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My thoughts,prayers an love go out to ya'll
Geanine

March 3, 2014

Wilda,
It's been many years since we saw one another but, back in the day, we had some fun times. I just couldn't not let you know you and your family are in my heart and prayers at this difficult time.

Bobbi Meador Garrett

March 1, 2014

In the love of Christ Jesus, our condolences
to Rusty, Lorraine and family

Rebecca the Barber Lady

February 28, 2014

Wilda, there are no words at a time like this. All I can say is we are so sorry for your loss. Just know that you, Melinda and all are in my heart and my prayers. Love you.

Debbie Dowell

February 28, 2014

Wilda, your Mexia family has all of you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Heath is so happy. He is riding the big roundup.

February 27, 2014

I'm so sorry for your lose, thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family!

Michael Mueller

February 27, 2014

Mrs. Vasquez - I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

Roxann Hoffman (Hutton)

February 27, 2014

Bobby Permenter

February 27, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Heath will always be remembered.

Sheryl Tumlinson

February 27, 2014

Please know all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. I know that Shorty and Heath are already steer roping. Losing a child is the hardest thing a parent will ever do. Stay strong and lean on God for he will help
you get through your lose. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.

The Fred Scott Family

February 27, 2014

Ferrel and I are so very sorry for your loss. I know that he meant the world to you!

Lila Kellar

February 27, 2014

Dearest Wilda, Malinda and Rusty,
There is never something to say at a time like this when a family is grieving so. God gave Michael to you and to the world for just a short time, but it was long enough to give him so much love and for him to return that love to so many. In the many days that follow take heart in how his humor and character affected all of those whose lives he touched.Sleep well Angel.

Rachel and Bonnie Corbett

February 27, 2014

There is no bond any deeper than that between a mother and father and their child. My deepest condolence goes out to you Rusty and to you Wilda for your loss. May The Lord comfort and hold each of you in this most difficult time.

George Brown

February 26, 2014

Rusty and Wilda our hearts and prayers go out to you. Donnie thought a lot of Heath and that whole group of young men. He told so many stories about Heath and all his friends at school. May God give you the strength and courage to get through this difficult time.

Don & Nancy Young

February 26, 2014

Prayers to the family. So sorry for your loss. Remember the good times had by all and cherish them forever.

Mike Prokop Sr.

February 26, 2014

So very sorry for your lost -- God Bless You and Your Family.

Melissa Hanson

February 25, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
God Bless.

Terry & Joan Swanson

February 25, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. God Bless you & give you peace.
Herbert & Shirley Bartsch

February 25, 2014

Malinda,Wilda, Rusty and Ismael what a difficult time you must be going through, which I can only image...to lose a brother, a son and someone so young! My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to each of you and prayers for strength during this life changing time!

Jessie Hood

February 25, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!

Janet Harmon Miller

February 25, 2014

Wilda, Ishmal, & Rusty there are no words to express my sincerest sympathy. Take comfort in the fact that Heath was loved by many and will be missed by so many too. He lived his life like there was no tomorrow so he lived it to his fullest. Yopu are all in my thoughts and prayers. Keep your faith and trust in God to get you through the rough times ahead.

Sandra Barnard Justice

February 25, 2014

Rip Heath. My deepest sympathy to your family.

Michelle Richardson

February 25, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about Heath. My deepest sympathies are with you. I wish I could do something to help ease your pain. I love you and am praying for all of heath's family.

Becky Fouse

February 25, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss Wilda and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I pray you find comfort and peace through God.

Ellen scallorn

February 25, 2014

Your life was too short. You will be greatly missed!

Cindy &Thomas Alexander

February 25, 2014

R.I.P. Heath!!! My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Domingo Gonzales

February 25, 2014

I can remember many nights Heath, Eddy, and myself and some others riding backroads and have a few cool ones and stopping in the middle of the road in Tehitian Village and getting out and dancing. I had some wonderful memories with Heath. Heath will truly be missed ;( So sorry for your loss. Heaven has truly gained an angel.

Sherri S

February 25, 2014

I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Malinda's little brother the same as his adult picture. Such a kind face. He will never be forgotten and will live on in all our hearts. We are praying for your family at this difficult time.

Tonia Holman

February 25, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to Michaels family. Such a tragic loss. Heaven has gained another angel. Gone too soon! R.I.P. Michael!!!

Gloria Gordon

February 25, 2014

I am so very sorry for your loss. I cannot begin to imagine what you all are going through. I pray you all find comfort. I cannot recall the countless times he called me asking me to enter him up in some roping's..... May he Rest in Peace!

Jennifer Anderson

February 25, 2014

I am definitely at a loss. This seems so unreal. I know heaven has definitely gained an angel. You're going to be missed and may healing and prayers wrap around your family in such a difficult time. Love you buddy!

Wendi Lindblad

February 25, 2014

May the countless memories of good times and comfort in your closeness bring you peace. His smile will not be forgotten. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

Kerri McFarland

February 25, 2014

Malinda, Wilda, and Rusty....I am so sorry for your loss...I know no words can express what you are feeling, but hopefully you will find peace in the fact that Heath is with the Heavenly Father!!! Another angel to watch over us.... I extend my deepest sympathy to each of you and your extended families. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Michael Lunday

February 25, 2014

I am so very, very sorry for your loss and my heart is with you all. Heath is in most of my childhood memories growing up on Juniper Street. I hope you all know that Heath will be missed and NEVER forgotten. Please let us know if we can do anything to help you, anything at all.
Sending much love to you,
Niki Koi White

February 25, 2014

Wishing Heath's family peace as encompassing as one of his big ol' cowboy hats.

Maria

February 24, 2014

God bless. So sorry for your loss. Heath was a funny guy and I am sure missed by all who knew him. May he and the Lord comfort you in this time of loss.

Christy Daniel Wilkes

February 24, 2014

Wilda and Malinda, I am so sorry for your loss. I think of y'all often and wish I could be there for y'all. If you need someone to talk to I am only a phone call away. I hope to get to see y'all again soon. Until then please take care of yourselves. Love y'all so much.

Jennifer Lehnert

February 24, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

jack and phyllis burns

February 24, 2014

To Heath's family, I was so sorry to hear about Heath! You are all in our thoughts and prayers!

Charlet & Dale Neidig

February 24, 2014

Wilda, I am so sorry for the loss of your fine son Heath. Sue and I will pray for the repose of his soul.

Bobby New

February 24, 2014

Heath you'll be truly missed we all shared a lot of good times in school are class of 92 has will miss you till we meet again my prayers go out to your family rip brother

chris desantiago

February 24, 2014

Being a native Bastropian, growing up with Heath, and living during time when Bastrop was a close knit community makes it difficult to face times such as this. However, during the inquiries and pain of someone passing away suddenly and young there is still consolation that God is still on the throne. My prayers are with the entire family!

Eric Tarver

February 24, 2014

We are so sorry and saddened. Our prayers are with you at this time. Love yall

Cindy Waddle

February 24, 2014

I can't imagine the grief and pain that you all are going through losing Heath. He was one of a kind. You all are in my thoughts and prayers as you travel this difficult road. May God give you the courage and strength that you need to carry on.

Paula Bulak Richard

February 24, 2014

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