Roger L. Edwards

Roger L. Edwards obituary, Manistee, MI

Roger L. Edwards

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Roger Edwards Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center - Manistee on Feb. 12, 2026.
Roger L. Edwards, age 78 of Manistee died Friday, February 6, 2026 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, Michigan.

He was born on April 14, 1947 in Muskegon, Michigan the son of the late Harry A. & Minnie M. Edwards. He attended Muskegon High School. He was a veteran, serving in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

Roger was employed as an electrical draftsman at various companies over his 35 year career, retiring in his late 60's. He enjoyed camping and hunting, however his passion was fishing.

Survivors include two sons; William (Kristine) Edwards of Brown City, Michigan and Scotty Edwards of Baldwin, a daughter in Muskegon, eleven grandchildren (With special thanks to his grandson Connor Edwards of Hart, Michigan), as well as extended family and friends. (Special thanks also to longtime friend; Sue Lewis)

Private family services to be determined at a later date.

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