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Calvin Edwards Obituary
Calvin A. Edwards, 79, of Steubenville went home to glory July 10, 2017. Calvin was born June 13, 1938 in Pittsburgh, Pa. to the late Leroy E. and Ernestine Madden Edwards.
Calvin graduated from Steubenville High School and was a member of First Baptist Church in Toronto, Ohio. Calvin was a proud and loyal member of the U.S. Army receiving an honorable discharge. He worked for Baron in Weirton, West Virginia until his health started to fail.
Calvin was a dedicated family man to many people. He has lived his life helping others.
Calvin enjoyed bowling where he had won many Hoinke Classic Tournaments. He was also an active member of the American Bowling League, USBC, and the American Legion.
Calvin was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Leroy, Warren, Ernest, Robert, Frank, and Anthony.
He is survived by his children, Tamara L. Young, Calvin A. Edwards, Jr., Marie Nance and a nephew, Hakim (Kim) Edwards whom he raised; his granddaughters, Tia and Raven Young and Brittany Damron; great granddaughters, Alexiana Rodgers, and Azayla Robinsons; a significant other Joyce Nightengale; brothers, Wade, Stanley, and David Edwards; sisters, Carolyn Douglas, Sharon Haskins, and Deidre Edwards; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.
John 4:16
And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.
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Memories and Condolences
for Calvin Edwards
6 Entries
Bob Kelley
July 20, 2017
Condolences to the Edwards family, he and I had great conversations about football!
Eugene Jones
July 19, 2017
With Deepest Sympathy. You will be missed by many. You are walking upright, enjoying the bright sunshine , and warm glow. I will miss you my little left handed buddy. God Speed.
The Lord is my rock and refuge. He will be a safe place for me today. Psalm 18:1
sherry spain
July 14, 2017
i am going to miss u and i will think of the good times we all had i love u uncle calvin i miss u but will never forget u u was the best person with advice and to talk to u treated us like we were ur own kids i really appreciate u for everything u did for me
Janis Russell
July 14, 2017
Look toward the Hills from which cometh our Help.
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Janis Russell
July 14, 2017
To the Edwards Family
Please accept my deepest condolences at the passing of Brother Calvin. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Calvin was a great man who cared for many people. His unselfish giving will not be forgotten. Continue to Look unto the Hills from which cometh your help. God be with you all.
July 14, 2017
Love & Prayers Angelita
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