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Edouard "Ed" Root

Raleigh, North Carolina

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Edouard "Ed" S Root Raleigh Edouard "Ed" Root, 56, Raleigh, died 04-25-2018. Arrangements: Cremation Society of the Carolinas.

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I have known Edouard for a long time. First as the younger brother of my friend Aldert here then later as he grew up a friend of mine. It


Ed had a lot of energy. I admired him from the time he was little because he was never lazy He had a lot of compassion. He was always interested in what was going on with me and my family. He was always interested in my jazz music I was interested in his rock music. Ed was a natural musician. Although we never played music together I...

Ed was my band mate with the Surreal McCoys and Mark Graham, I will always remember the good times and the great music we made together, RIP Ed, Ed was one of the best drummers I ever payed with.

I had noticed Ed in Cup A Joe. A handsome, tall, funny man. Appreciation was so founded that I told him and we enjoyed coffee and convo together two times after. I am shocked to hear of his passing - he seemed like a healthy gentleman - perhaps we should all be czeched up more often. RIP Mr. Root, artist.

The Archie and Carol McMillan family sends its deepest sympathy in the passing of Edouard.

I am saddened to hear of the passing of our friend Edouard. He was the most naturally gifted individual I have had the pleasure of knowing. Though many years have passed since we last spoke, the memories of his infectious personality and grin have not waned. Rest In Peace my Brother!

Edouard was a perfectionist! I hired him to paint my sisters historic house. He took off every bit of old paint, replaced all the rotten wood with quality lumber, sanded everything perfectly, primed and painted it with two coats. It still looks beautiful ten years later. He would bring treats for my niece and the neighbor children, and my sisters rabbit, which kept him company. I last saw him a month ago, riding his unicycle up the hill on Oakwood Avenue. I went to his tribute at the...

Arden and Aldert there is nothing that I can say to you that you dont already know. My heart breaks for you two friends. So sad after big Arden passed. I rember it like yesterday. I was there as well as you know. I lost my baby brother and the wound is still fresh. I love you both as you know. Words can not express my condolences to you to friends. Peace and love dear friends. ❤

Thanks for you're company.

Rest in peace my friend.