Edward Downing

Edward Downing obituary, Youngstown, AZ

Edward Downing

Edward Downing Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lowmans Arizona Funeral Home on Dec. 26, 2025.
Edward Downing, born on February 9, 1948, in Phoenix, Arizona to the late Glover Sr. and Laverne Downing, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, in Youngstown, Arizona. Edward was a devoted husband to Jean Ruth Downing, a loving father to Yvette Lorraine Newsome, Edward David Downing, and Michael Laverne Downing, and a cherished sibling to Rozalind Tsukamoto, Dwight Downing, and Myron Downing. He was also a proud grandfather to nine grandchildren and a great-grandfather to one great grandchild.

Edward's life was marked by his unwavering commitment to his family and his deep faith. He joins in death his beloved son, Edward Downing, Jr., and brothers, Glover Downing, Jr. and Robert Downing. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those he loved and the lives he touched.

Visitation will be held at Lowmans Arizona Funeral Home, 717 W. Dobbins Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85041, on December 29, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The funeral service will take place on December 30, 2025 at Faith Missionary Baptist Church, 5802 S. 7th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85041, at 10:00 AM. Following the service, Edward will be laid to rest at Greenwood Memory Lawn.

Edward will be deeply missed but fondly remembered for his kindness, wisdom, and the love he shared with his family and friends.

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December 29, 2025

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December 26, 2025

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Ronald L Brooks

December 29, 2025

Edward was a loving kind friend all through Elementary and High School. I never saw him without a smile on his face. May God comfort his friends and Family in his departing from this life. Ron Brooks.

Ronald L Brooks

December 29, 2025

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