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Kenneth Edwards Jr.

1955 - 2020

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1955

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2020

Kenneth Edwards Obituary

Kenneth Paul "Kenny" Edwards, Jr.
1955-2020
Did Kenneth Paul "Kenny" Edwards Jr. have a little captain in him? That is unclear, but a little parrot head, absolutely. He may have grown older but never up as he steered clear of the hum drum life that many people are willing to accept. Life may have taken its toll as he headed for the poll but he died truly living; and in doing so reminded everyone how great life is and can be.
Kenny was born June 1, 1955 in Houston, Texas. He was the beloved son to K.P. and Tena Edwards from the moment they laid eyes on him until their last breathes on this earth, and a lifetime friend to his older sister Cindy. On September 18th 1993, Kenny married the love of his life, Suzanne. They had crazy days and crazy ways and got their blue heaven rendezvous when Kenny was able to join Suzanne eternally on Saturday afternoon February 8, 2020. His loving spirit showed as he brought joy to the lives of family and friends. He was cherished as an uncle, revered as a fraternity brother, and valued as an employee. His life was painted with as much color as you would find at mardi gras; putting on a space suit and dragging the infield at the astrodome as a boy, making surprise appearances as Batman, bicycle rides built for two, regular trips to Jazz Fest, vast travels, head chef with many younger sous chefs at the family meals, lover of food and wine, and lots of music and dancing.
Throughout it all Kenny always took the time to enjoy the feeling of the water and sand between his toes as well as the ocean breeze blowing through what little hair he had. Adios and via con dios. Go rest high on the mountain. Your work here is done.
Celebration of life will be in the near future. Remembrances can be made to the Bengal Lancers Alumni Foundation scholarship fund at his Alma Mater, Trinity University in San Antonio.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Feb. 12, 2020.

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Steve Rundell

February 22, 2020

I went to school and played baseball with Kenny. I remember seeing him at the Dome in his spaceman suit dragging the infield. Rip Kenny. You will be missed.

Mike Daily

February 18, 2020

So very sorry to hear. God bless his family and friends. Been a long, long time since I last saw Kenny but always considered him a long time friend. Always hoped to see him at one of our class reunions (Waltrip 73). Went all through school together, we both played ball in Timbergrove Little League, went to the beach here and there with his folks or mine, during our early days of learning to surf. RIP Kenny.

Chris &

February 14, 2020

Kenny and Suzanne were great next door neighbors and great friends. Our love for them is eternal.

Carol Hoodenpyle Moore

February 12, 2020

Our sincerest condolences. Remember Kenny, KP, Tena, Pop and Jonesie fondly.

Kenny, it was an honor to work side by side with you 2015-2016 slanging cases every morning at Downtown Specs. You were a great coworker/friend. RIH

Brian Williams

February 12, 2020

Kent Bradley

February 11, 2020

Kenny was a light of heaven and bringer of smiles wherever he was. Peace brother.

Bill Cramer

February 11, 2020

Kenny & I first met back in the early 80's. He was my trainee back in our days working for the oilfield service company Dresser Magcobar. Kenney was a city boy from Houston, I & my family lived just outside of Brenham, Texas. I have to preface my comments as oilfield types cuss worst than sailors. Kenney & I became good friends. The oilfield was a cruel taskmaster,as layoffs were not for the faint of heart. One handles it as best as one can. Timing is never good. May the good Lord bless you and keep you dear friend. Bill

Rita Lucido

February 11, 2020

It's very hard to wrap my head around Kenny being gone. We were all blessed to know him and the world is a little less bright because he is gone. Such a beautiful soul. Love you Kenny.

February 9, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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