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Herbert Edwards Obituary
Herbert was born on Oct. 19, 1941, in Burlington, Vt., the son of the late Herbert Chester and Charlotte (Kirby) Edwards. Following his high school graduation, Herbert joined the Navy and qualified in submarines in 1961. He served on the USS Growler (SSG-755), USS Graylock (SSG-574), and USS Diodon (SS-349). He transferred to the Seabees after 10 years in the submarines and then finished his service in the Army National Guard. Herbert retired from the military after 23 years of faithful service.
Herbert was a member of the USSV1 Lockwood Internet Base and the Wilson Hill Pistol Club. He received his certificate of Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University and was a volunteer as an AARP tax aide for many years.
Herbert is survived by his wife, Athena LaFlamme-Edwards; three children, Tamara Michels of Smugglers' Notch, Vt., Elizabeth Ludwig of Panama City, Fla., and Joseph Edwards of Tucson, Ariz.; three stepchildren, James Goulette of Manchester, April Bogdanowicz of Dunbarton, and Crystal Rivers of Milton; foster daughter, Cadet Alise Berry, of the Citadel Charleston, S.C.; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Stephen Edwards of Burlington, Vt., and Jay Edwards of Keller, Texas. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Wayne Edwards.
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SERVICES: A memorial gathering will be held in the Cremation Society of New Hampshire, 243 Hanover St., Manchester, on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 1 to 2 p.m., with a memorial service at 2 p.m. Committal at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery will be announced at a later date.In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Herbert's memory to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250, or Doctors Without Borders, P.O. Box 5022, Hagerstown, MD 21741.For further information, please visit www.csnh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Herbert Edwards
Nancy Japhet
August 11, 2019
Cant believe it has been 4 years since Herb passed away. I enjoyed knowing him through his mom Charlotte and her husband Cliff Japhet. I hope he is at peace and patiently waiting for Athena and others to follow him.
David Lorms
September 7, 2015
Sending good memories of my service time with Herb aboard USS Diodon. His matter of fact approach was welcome.
Jayne Healy
August 31, 2015
The best brother-in-law I could ever want. Safe passage, Herberg.
Gary Doe
August 22, 2015
I was saddened to hear of Herb's passing. We met for the first time in a long while last fall at the service for Aunt Anita. My sympathy to the Edwards family.
Judy Pfaff
August 22, 2015
Herb was the one who helped me when I joined the WHPC a few years ago. I was a bit nervous, being new to the sport, and Herb made me feel welcome and instilled confidence in me. Indeed a man with kindness and meaning. My sincere condolences to you.
August 21, 2015
Thoughts and prayers are with Herb's family at this time. I served with Herb
aboard the USS Growler in 1961. Rest your oars Herb. Don Bosetti
Sharon Palady (Haggarty)
August 21, 2015
My sincere sympathy goes out to the entire Edwards family.
Art Blackfoot Blanchette
August 20, 2015
Sorry to hear this. Herb was and is a kind spirited man and will live on in my mind and soul. Peace be with you my friend.
Larry Gaudette
August 19, 2015
Our sympathies to the entire Edwards family for the loss of Herbert.
Nancy Japhet
August 18, 2015
Jay, Steven, Athena and the rest of Herb's family: I am sorry to hear of Herb's passing. May he rest in peace. He was a very kind man and I am glad to have known him. Hopefully he is up there swapping stories with Cliff. Always, Nancy, Chris and Sara Japhet
henry mathis
August 18, 2015
to his friends and family, i wish you to know that i liked the man very much and was proud to have met him. GOD BLESS
Bob Harmuth
August 18, 2015
Farewell Shipmate. We enjoyed your fellowship and humor on board GROWLER where you will always be cherished.
August 18, 2015
Our condolences to Steve, Jay and their families. Jim Lane passed away on Aug 7th and was a childhood friend of Herb. They are continuing that friendship in heaven.
Stan and Gayle Lane
Dennis Galligher
August 18, 2015
Herb, was always ready to help me or anyone in need, no task was too big. He devoted tremendous amount of time and energy to our club and we all are grateful to have know Herb. I will surely miss him and think of him often
Aaron Fisher
August 17, 2015
Herd you were 1 man every 1 loved having around rest in peace for athena
Steve Pike
August 17, 2015
Sorry to hear of his death. We almost met one year when he sent word he was coming to a reunion, but couldn't make it. My dad Woodrow remembered all the Edwards kids well.
Nick Nichols
August 17, 2015
To the Edwards Family,
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Herbert's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and all SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Herbert will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot.
Herbert R. Edwards
US Navy Submarine Veteran
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, Base Chaplain
Kenneth Hart
August 17, 2015
Though I only knew him the last 3 years from Wilson Hill, we shared stories of our time spent in the Navy Submarine Services. I will miss him dearly. My thoughts go out to his family and his extended family.
Kenneth La Pointe
August 17, 2015
My Condolences to the entire Edwards family for your loss. Herb was indeed a good man and will be sorely missed by all whom had the opportunity to call him friend. God speed Herb.
Run silent run deep.
A friend Ken La Pointe
Ray & Linda Bonney
August 17, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the Edwards Family. You will be missed Herb. Rest in peace.
Diane Doherty
August 17, 2015
My condolences go out to your and your family. Herb was an important part of the Wilson Hill Pistol Club, and he will be missed by all of us.
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