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Edwin Gasaway Obituary
died in Christ on Wednesday, May 8, 2013. Beloved husband of Mary Joan Gasaway (nee Godat). Dearest father of Linda (Robert) Ferrara, Anthony (Terri) Gasaway, Lisa (Tim) Trower, Joseph (Jacqueline) Gasaway and Anita (Mel) Burton. Loving grandfather of: Meghan, Kathryn, Robert and Andrew Ferrara; Frankie and Zac Gasaway; Kevin, Ryan and Brendan Trower; Matthew and Mary Gasaway; Katie, Emily and Jack Burton.Edwin was a lifelong baseball fan. He played baseball at Central Catholic High School in East Saint Louis, where he also played football and was selected to the All-Metro Football Team. He later played baseball at St. Louis University and was signed to a professional baseball contract with the New York Yankees. He prided himself on hitting a home run at the age of 16 in Sportsman Park in the High School All Star Game. That game led to his minor league contract with the Yankees. He coached baseball for many years in the Saint Louis area and was one of the founders and the first president of the Metro Collegiate Baseball League. Edwin married Mary Joan Godat on January 28, 1956, the same year he graduated from St. Louis University Law School. He became a member of the Missouri Bar Association and practiced law for over 50 years. He started his law career in the United States Air Force where, as a 1st Lieutenant, he served as a JAG Officer. He was stationed at Chanute Air Force Base from 1956 to 1959 and was later promoted to Captain while he served in the Reserves. Edwin will be buried with military honors.Services: The family will receive friends at Schrader Funeral Home, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, on Monday, May 13 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated at Ascension Catholic Church, 230 Santa Maria Drive, Chesterfield, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 14.
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Erik Schwan
January 25, 2025
Mr. Gasaway was such a great guy. He was my baseball coach and he just loved the game and passed that love on to all who played for him. He was also a family man and he had a great family. You could see Mr. Gasaway's influence on all of them. Mrs. Gasaway became my mom's best friend and they would talk weekly until her passing. Mr. Gasaway has been gone for a while now but I think of him often. Best Wishes.
June 8, 2013
Dear Joan and family:
Just found out today, 6/8 about the passing of "Biggs." I am sorry for your loss, and will remember you in my prayers.
Love,
Mary Lou
Sandra Culpepper
May 15, 2013
Tony so sorry to hear this news. He certainly had an impressive sports record as well, I'm sure, as a legal career. I see where you get your drive. My sympathy to your family.
Dan Weinrich
May 15, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the Gasaway family. Mr. Gasaway was easily the best baseball coach that I ever had. I learned more about the game in the short summer or two playing for him than in all of the other years that I played. I still remember those summers and smile, all of these years later. Joe, and everyone else, I am truly sorry for your loss.
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Mark Starr
May 14, 2013
To the Gasaway family, I am sorry for your loss. You cannot have a conversation about amateur baseball in St Louis and not have Mr. Gasaway's name come up...it's impossible. He will be missed but never forgotten. All thoughts to you in your time of sorrow.
Rob Gilles
May 13, 2013
I got my son a JUGGS pitching machine when it was time to get him in lots of swings. I always remembered going to Parkway and hitting with Tony and then coming over to the house and having those "special talks" with your mom and dad. Prayers going out for Tony, Joe, Lisa, Mom Gasaway and family. Also want to thak Ed for being such an intrigal part of the St. Louis College League. This is where many things in my life changed after being drafted. You never know where in life you end up but you always remember those who had an impact on it. Thanks Mr. Gasaway!
Tim Heinemann
May 13, 2013
Mr. Gasaway was my baseball coach for many years! He was the hardest working, most knowledgeable person I ever knew concerning baseball. He also made the game FUN and interesting!! He was a GREAT coach and a GREAT person!! My condolonences to the whole family!
Tim Heinemann
Cindy Hoffman
May 13, 2013
Dear Gasaway Family,
I will remember your father at the altar at daily mass.
I have memories of him when everyone was together at my Great Grandmother's house on Lucas and Hunt.
PHIL ODOM
May 13, 2013
SEMPER FI - FELLOW VETERAN
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
You are one of our heroes.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
I wish to extend to members of your family my deepest sympathy on their loss. May the force of GOD be with them as they walk through this difficult time. May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort them and give them strength.
As a grateful Veteran, I leave my sympathy and hope you accept this as a small token of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
SEMPER FI
U. S. MARINE AND VIET NAM VET
May 12, 2013
Sorry to learn of your loss.
My condolences. I mourn his passing while celebrating his life.
Sheldon Grand, a retired Missouri lawyer
Russ White
May 11, 2013
Tony, Terri, and family -- we are thinking of you this week as you celebrate Edwin's life.
Blessings,
Russ White, Gay Reese, & Sarah White
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