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Eddie Oswalt Obituary

Eddie Joe Oswalt 69, passed away January 24, 2012 after a five year battle with Leukemia. Eddie was born December 29, 1942 in Times Beach, MO then later settled in the Tucson area. He was the son of Harry and Mary (Cretin) Oswalt. He married Iona King on November 13, 1968. At 17 years old he enlisted with the Navy and proudly served for 22 years, served five tours in Vietnam and received the Bronze Star with valor. After retiring he enjoyed traveling and prospecting. Eddie is survived by his children, Eddie (Deanne) Oswalt of Sun Prairie, WI and Kim (Larry) Tennyson of Tucson, AZ; four grandchildren, Danielle, Courtney, Ryan, and Coby; sister, Jo Ann (Bill) Peabody; brothers, Ross (Joann) Oswalt, Bob Oswalt, Roger (Ruth) Oswalt, and Gary (Sheila) Oswalt; close friends, Merle Hill, Martin Spicer and Rene Couture. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Donna Lomelino, Sharon Gilliam, Brenda Oswalt, Sonny Oswalt, Harry Gene Oswalt and Johnny Wayne Oswalt. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 26, 2012 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. followed by a Service and eulogy at Benson Heights Southern Baptist Church. Full military burial will be held Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:00 a.m., Southern AZ Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Sierra Vista. Arrangements by SAN PEDRO FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jan. 26, 2012.

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Linda Varon

March 12, 2012

Dear Iona and Family...I remember E.J. exactly as he looks in this picture. You and he were practically newly weds, back in San Diego. I am so glad to have spoken with both of you when he was first diagnosed. I know he will be missed by anyone and everyone who had the honor of knowing him. He is in a very special place, and I know he watches over all of you. I am sure that he stayed as long as he possibly could. He was a strong,kind and brave man...RIP

Sonja Green

February 28, 2012

We will see you in Heaven.I love you my friend. I have some beautiful photos of your stay in the service as we exchanged letters. I will give to your family when I locate them. Sonja Tennyson, Spicer

Kathy Cole-Keller

January 31, 2012

We are so sorry to hear that you are no longer with us. Steve and I think about you every time we drive into Gardner Canyon, remembering the day we brought you a water pump for your claim. I remember Thomas Davis and Dr Hill..you were always one of our favorite people. Kathy and Steve Keller

Melody Foster

January 26, 2012

Dear sweet cowboy. I'm so sorry to see that you lost your valiant battle. You were one of my favorite customers and we always enjoyed visiting with you. we will miss you. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Rest in peace. GOD bless you

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