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Bruce Edwards Obituary

EDWARDS Bruce Leon Edwards crossed over from death to eternal life by faith in God through Jesus Christ (John 5:24) on Saturday, May 12, 2012 in Baltimore, MD. Bruce leaves a wife, Toledo L. Edwards and four children, Kendric, Catherine, and Jessica Edwards and Stepson, Gereme Scott; his Mother, Vernida Hadley Edwards; Sister, Muriel "Mickey" Edwards; and Brother, Donald Anderson. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 26th at the Witzke Funeral Home, 5555 Twin Knolls Road Columbia, MD 21045. His funeral service begins at 1:00 PM with visitation at 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Bruce proudly served his country in the United States Navy, enlisting in the Navy in 1970 and retiring after 21 years of military service in 1991. Bruce continued service to his country in a civilian role working for to the Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC. There, he served other veterans as Docket Chief in the Office of the General Counsel for the Department of Veterans Affairs. Bruce retired from service to the Department of Veterans Affairs in December 2011. A Jazz enthusiast from New Orleans, Louisiana, Bruce loved playing his Alto Saxophone and listening to music. With his family, he also enjoyed catching, cooking and eating seafood, and playing "bakketball" or videogames with his Grandson. Bruce also enjoyed gardening, golfing, and just practicing his short-iron game. He loved his family, good food, and playing sports with his family. Bruce leaves two Grandchildren, Kevin Proctor, Jr. and Isis Adara Carter. He was preceded in passing by his former wife, Elisa Edwards (1952-2011); Father, Atha Leon Edwards (1915-1982); Paternal Grandparents, Alfred Edwards, Sr. (1891-1963) and Virginia Pumphrey Edwards (1886-1980); Maternal Grandparents, Arthur Hadley, Sr. (1898-1982) and Bessie McDaniels Hadley, DeGruy (1900-1973). Contributions can be made in the honor of Bruce Leon Edwards to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, Loch Raven VA Community Living & Rehabilitation Center, 3900 Loch Raven Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21218.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from May 19 to May 20, 2012.

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May 31, 2012

Love and prayers


-Ellanease Vaughn Brown and family

Kathy & Michael Bowie

May 31, 2012

Toledo (Tee), with sincere heartfelt sympathy and compassion for you for the loss of your husband. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family and may God keep you and strengthen you.

Brenda Kellar

May 28, 2012

Bruce was my best friend & soul mate...he was completely dedicated to his family. My prayers go out to Toledo...Kendric...Catherine...Jessica...Gereme & Lil Kevin...Vernida...Donald & Mickey He is in perfect peace now...

Michael Hogan

May 23, 2012

Bruce and I began our VA careers at about the same time. We shared a background in the Navy and a friendship of 14 years. Bruce spoke often of his daughters, and he was immensely proud of his beautiful grandson Kevin. Bruce loved New Orleans and was thrilled when the Saints won the Super Bowl. I will miss Bruce very much - he had a kind and gentle soul.

Henrietta Rock Tillery and family (Champagne)

May 23, 2012

Family continue to hold to GOD's Unchanging Hand. For He is ALL Able! May the Comfort, Love and Peace of Jesus Christ continue for you all.

May 23, 2012

May you find eternal peace.
Tom Burch

Shirley Williams

May 23, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Nedra Gardner

May 22, 2012

I worked with Bruce at the VA Regional Office in Washington DC. We had a lot of laughs. My condolences go out to Bruce's family. Rest in Peace Bruce.

Tom Dodson

May 22, 2012

I offer my deepest condolences for your loss. We will all miss Bruce, his ready smile, his cheerful greeting, and his sense of loyalty to VA's mission to serve our Nation's Veterans.

Deborah Kellar

May 22, 2012

Bruce was more than just a brother-in-law...he was my brother. I loved him and will miss him forever! He was the best!!

Kendric, Dorcas & Isis Edwards

May 21, 2012

Love ya Papa Bruce, miss you so much... Rest In Paradise.

Gail Bigelow

May 21, 2012

To the Family..Love knows no limit to its endurance, no end to its trust, no fading of its hope; it can out last anything..May the love of God keep you and your family during the days ahead....with deepest sympathy.

Judy Lattimore

May 18, 2012

I worked with Bruce in the Office of General Counsel before transferring to GA. He was a very nice and cordial gentleman. We use to talk about fishing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God hold you and comfort you and your family in this time of sorrow. Praying for Bruce and your family.

Mark Sanders

May 18, 2012

Bruce always had a great attitude every day! His energetic personality will be missed.

Shelia Lomax

May 16, 2012

May God Bless you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Shelia Lomax (Coworker) and Family

Deborah Lawrence

May 15, 2012

Toledo & Family,My sincere condolences to you. May the light of God be a path unto your feet.

Ruth Hays

May 15, 2012

Toledo, we wish to express our deepest sympathies at your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ruth and the Scottsbluff Bill Team

Roger Garwood

May 15, 2012

To the family, we send our deepest sympathy for your loss. All of our thoughts and prayers go out to you Toledo and your entire family. We realize the difficult time this is for you.

Tanya Hamilton

May 15, 2012

Dear Father in Heaven, thank you for sharing with us, this wonderful person, Bruce Edwards. For we now know that he is in your everlasting care. Please bestow, comfort and peace to his loving family....Amen.

Darea Chappelle

May 15, 2012

The Chappelle Family, extends our prayers to The Edwards Family. It was my pleasure working with Bruce over the past two years. Bruce, you have earned your "Crown;" now enter into His Rest.

Charles Glasgow

May 15, 2012

I worked with Bruce for many years at the VA. He had a great personalilty and really loved his family and fishing :-). I am very happy that he was able to retire and spend time with his family. I know that God will bless and cover his family and allow his soul to rest in peace. I know that he will be truly missed, but never forgotten. Take care my brother and I'll see you at the lake!!

Lynne Bullock

May 15, 2012

Toledo, Expressing my condolences to you and your family during the loss of your husband.May God keep you in his perfect peace.

May 15, 2012

My most sincerest condolences go out to Bruce's family; he was a congenial co-worker, friend, and all around good guy. May God keep you in His arms.

Donna M. Fisher

April Bingham

May 15, 2012

To the family.....you have my deepest sympathy! May the fond memories of your loved one carry you through the days ahead.

Shayla Jordan

May 15, 2012

I worked with Bruce a few years ago when I was an employee of VA's Office of General Counsel. I remember when he was expecting the arrival of his grandchild. He was so elated. I used to see him around the building and he would just light up when I asked him about the baby. I will always remember how happy and proud he was to be a grandfather.

Bruce, you will truly be missed. May you rest in peace. God bless your family.

Tracy Knight

May 15, 2012

I worked with Bruce at the VA's Office of General Counsel. I have to say, I always looked forward to seeing him, even if it was just a goodbye for the day. 'Be Safe, Girl' is what he'd often say as I headed out the door. Bruce was always about a kind word. Condolences to his family and friends for losing such a wonderful person. Rest in peace, Bruce.

Marcia Pointer

May 15, 2012

I wish sincere condolences to the Edwards Family in the Loss of their beloved Bruce. May you rest in Peace Bruce. Your co-worker.

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