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Robert Lamarr Edwards
Robert Lamarr Edwards of Boise, Idaho passed from this world on May 21, 2014. Bob, the 2nd youngest of 8 children, was born on a farm in Missouri to Joseph and IvaDell Edwards. Bob met his wife, Kathleen Gaylord, while stationed at Mountain Home Air Force base during the Korean war. Bob attended Boise Junior College, University of Texas and Idaho State University to attain his degree in Geology. He worked as a geologist for FMC, was a Health Physicist for INEL, and retired after 26 years as a Claim's Manager with Farmers Insurance. He enjoyed photography, country western dancing and exploring Idaho by fishing, camping, boating, water and snow skiing, riding trail bikes, ATVs and his RZR. He loved to travel, visiting 30 countries and was a life-long learner. He was especially known for his wit, humor and love of animals. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, daughter Leslee Doner, granddaughters Tanya Kutterer, Tamsen Doner-Binggeli and Angela Doner, son-in-law Chad Binggeli, grandchildren Gianna and Sullivan Binggeli and Auryn Brassey, sister Inis Bultmann and husband Ed, brother Rex Edwards and wife Eulene. Deep gratitude is given to Dr. David Stuesse, the ICU staff at St. Luke's, and the wonderful staff of Accent Hospice, Addus Healthcare, and Spring Creek Assisted Living. In lieu of flowers, consider donating on Robert's behalf to a charity of your choice.

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Published by Idaho Statesman on May 30, 2014.

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Jim Pfost

May 24, 2025

I am still sad for you Cathy. I know you and Bob were very close and his passing has left an empty spot in you life and heart.

Jim Pfost

June 2, 2014

Kathy, Leslie & to your entire family, I am so sad to learn of Bob's passing. He was such a caring and good man who I considered a good friend. I sorry I have not kept in contact since moving to Tallahassee.

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