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Geoff Edwards
1931 - 2014
Geoff Edwards
1931 - 2014
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1931
DIED
2014
Geoff Edwards Obituary
Edwards died of complications of pneumonia at St. John's hospital in Santa Monica, agent Fred Westbrook said.
Take our Greatest Game Show Hosts Quiz Edwards also worked as a radio DJ and actor, appearing on TV shows including "Petticoat Junction," ''I Dream of Jeannie" and "Diff'rent Strokes."
"Geoff was one of the cleverest, funniest radio and television personalities I've worked with," said fellow game show host Wink Martindale. The two were DJs at pop radio station KMPC in Los Angeles.
Edwards, a native of Westfield, N.J., hosted "The New Treasure Hunt," a revival of a 1950s quiz show, from 1973 to 1977 and hosted "Treasure Hunt" in 1981-82. He also emceed the 1980s game show "Jackpot!" and appeared on other shows including "Starcade."
Westbrook said his longtime client made a splash on TV by shedding the conservative look worn by his peers.
His hair was longer, he never wore a tie, and he favored jeans over suits, Westbrook said. "He was part of the new breed."
Edwards had been in good health, his agent said. In recent years, he wrote about travel on his website and did radio and TV programs on the subject.
He is survived by his wife, Michael, and stepsons Justin and Jason Feffer, Westbrook said. His survivors also include his ex-wife, Suzanne, and their children Todd, Shawn and Chess, as well as nine grandchildren.
Funeral plans were pending, Westbrook said.
Copyright © 2014 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
34 Entries
JOYCELYN LYNUM
August 18, 2014
PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY OF GEOFF EDWARDS. BESIDES TREASURE HUNT & JACKPOT!; HE DID AN EXCELLENT JOB HOSTING PLAY THE PERCENTAGES, 1985'S LET'S MAKE A DEAL AND A GUEST STAR ON DIFF'RENT STROKES.
May 1, 2014
Let the memories of Geoff always remain and let God grant you peace and comfort. Rom. 15:33.
D&R Hands
April 7, 2014
To the Family of Mr. Geoff Edwards.
May the peace of God comfort you and
be with you at this difficult time.
Philippians 4:7
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March 12, 2014
SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS,"MAY THESE WORDS BRING YOU COMFORT IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEF."YOU ARE OPENING YOUR HAND AND SATISFYING THE DESIRE OF EVERY LIVING THING."..pslm.145:16.....nc
JPW
March 12, 2014
I'm very sorry for your loss. Even though, I may not know the sorrow you have to bear, God knows and he promises to be close to the brokenhearted. So pour out your feelings to the one who promises to comfort your heart.
SUE S
March 10, 2014
My favorite game shows growing up were Treasure Hunt and MATCH GAME, I MADE UP MY OWN VERSION OF TREASURE HUNT AND PLAYED IT AS A KID. THERE WILL NEVER BE ANY NEW GAME SHOWS THAT CAN TOP THE OLD ONES OF THE 70S. RIP MY FRIEND, KNOW THAT YOU LOVED BY PEOPLE YOU NEVER EVEN MET.
March 10, 2014
Edwards Family,
Please accept our condolences and prayers on the loss of your dear loved one. May the God who gives peace be with all of you.
todd t
March 7, 2014
Its been a longtime since I've seen Geoff on TV, then you wonder how they are doing out of the limelight. Next thing you read is he has passed away. I'm so sorry and regret this is how I find out about him after all these years.
LIZ BUSHEMI
March 7, 2014
MY GAY LOVER & I ARE DEEPLY INDEBTED TO GEOFF FOR HELPING US "COME OUT" LAST YEAR! GOD BLESS. LIZ BUSHEMI
michelle plakas-kaiser
March 7, 2014
rip
Devoted Fans
March 7, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the Edwards family during this time of sorrow. Be assured that America is forever grateful to Geoff for the style in which he entertained us, but now he is peacefully resting in sleep from his hard but work well done. As you comfort each other with the love that you share for each other and for Geoff, allow God to be your refuge and your strength to get you through the days ahead.
Glenda
March 7, 2014
My deepest condolences. Luke 20:38
sylvia s. r
March 7, 2014
May he R.I.P thanks for the good times
March 7, 2014
I always LOVED him...Frank Kaminski
joaquim redeemer-r barbosa
March 6, 2014
condolences
jeff wilson
March 6, 2014
He put cool in game show host, RIP.
Mandy Turner
March 6, 2014
Geoff was my all-time favorite game show host. I enjoyed watching him on Jackpot and Treasure Hunt. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Jim Mahoney
March 6, 2014
Back when Geoff was a DJ for KMPC, he appeared on the KMPC float—with other DJ's like Johnny Magnus—in the Compton Christmas Parade back in the late 60's. Geoff gave me a pretzel from a bag he'd bought at a liquor store while waiting for the parade to begin. RIP Geoff.
March 6, 2014
To the Edwards family: Thank you for sharing your dear loved one with us, we are sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you in the days ahead.
Vasilios Emmanuel Glimidakis
March 6, 2014
Dear Edwards and other families,
I am sorry for your loss. May his memory be eternal! God bless him and his family.
Bobi Allison
March 6, 2014
I fondly remember his DJ years in the early 1960's. Was so fun to listen to. Condolences.
Grady Youngblood
March 6, 2014
Geoff Edwards is the Greatest Host of Gameshows.
Harry Simpson
March 6, 2014
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
March 6, 2014
I listened to Geoff Edwards every day for years when I lived in LA. I totally loved his off the wall humor, and how he always told us to get the meat out of the freezer at 10AM so it would be ready to cook for dinner!
Grady Youngblood
March 6, 2014
Geoff Edwards is the Greatest Host of Gameshows of All-time.
March 6, 2014
Now a Wa. state resident I fondly recall his "From the Grotto" program on KFMB San Diego. WIth Mycia the calico cat and Charles playing background piano and lots of jazz music. A long time ago, fond memories. God bless him and the happiness he broungt listeners.
Karlene Fial
March 6, 2014
If you look closely at the photos of Oswald getting shot, you can see Geoff working as a reporter. Loved his "hipness" as a show host. We would eat dinner while watching Treasure Hunt. God Bless Geoff and his loving family.
March 6, 2014
May it comfort you to know you are in Almighty God's thoughts, and others care as well.
Hazel
March 6, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the family
I went to NYC many times to see the filming of Jack Pot many times..I was good at the show and was interviewed for it..May God rest his soul..
March 6, 2014
My deepest condolences are with you at this time of need. Know that god
feels your pain as well. Go to him in prayer and he will comfort you very
much.
Sincerely,
Ms J
Stuart Durham
March 6, 2014
Oh my...we've lost another great game-show hosting legend; Jim Lange died last week and now Geoff. I'm saddened and shocked about both, but I admit being a little more so regarding Edwards. I've always thoroughly enjoyed seeing him in action on classics as "Treasure Hunt", "Starcade", and others. Geoff's affable demeanor, fun-loving persona and wittiness will always be fondly remembered. I also loved his "Right you are!" response to contestants who answered correctly on his shows. While he may not have hosted anything insanely popular like "Price Is Right" (Bob Barker), Edwards will, IMHO, always be a true legend. RIP
Kimtraila williams
March 5, 2014
10:25PM
3/5/2014
Dear _Geoff Edwards family.
Please know how very saddened I am for the loss of your family, relative, friend. Please be strong in these tough moments of your life. I also experienced the same situation. One thing I can only say is just enjoy the moments you had with Geoff Edwards and ascertain that you keep living without regrets.
Much love,
Kimtraila Williams
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