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WILLIAM EDMONDSON Obituary

EDMONDSON WILLIAM I. EDMONDSON, 81, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2013, in Slidell. Beloved Husband of the late Wilma Schwarz Edmondson; Father of Brenda Fino (husband Cesar), and William Edmondson (wife Deirdre); Son of the late Horace and Minnie Edmondson; Brother of Nancy Vance, and the late Lucille Scott and Ethel Williams; Also survived by three grandchildren: Amanda Fino, Adam Fino,and Robert Edmondson. Mr. Edmondson was retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years of service. His tours of duty included Berlin, Korea, and Vietnam. After his military career, he became a regional manager for NAPA Auto Parts. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Memorial Services will be held at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Saturday beginning at 9:00am. Please visit www.honakerforestlawn.com to sign guestbook. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11, 2013.

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Brenda

May 20, 2025

Today we remember the funny, kind, selfless, father, papa you were to us.
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Dad
Always in our hearts,

Brenda

November 11, 2024

In Remembrance Of Our Dad!
We´re so Proud!

Brenda

November 11, 2024

Happy Veteran´s Day, Dad
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13
We are forever thankful for your service and the many soldiers that served and are serving.
We miss you and love you, Dad

Brenda, Daughter

October 8, 2024

Remembering you dad, not only today but everyday!
We went to Cruisin´ The Coast, like Dee said couldn´t help but think how you´d have enjoyed seeing the classics...
In our eyes, you´re our classic dad, one of a kind!!!
We always remember and love you!!!
Give mom and Bill hugs....

Brenda Fino

May 20, 2024

Happy Birthday to you, Dad!
We miss you and can’t forget all the time spent together. Wish you were here to boil some crawdads for us, those were some of the best, dad.
We love you and always talk of you, mom, and Bill

Loving Family

October 8, 2023

Good Morning!
Thinking of you and feeling sad. My favorite time of year, all the Fall colors, but the hardest month for us, dad... we miss you and speak of you often, just recently about your great cooking!
Thankful for having you as our dad, grandfather, father in law!, couldn´t have gotten a better father!!!
We love you, always

Daughter Brenda & family

May 20, 2023

Happy Birthday Dad!
Today we remember you and all the wonderful memories our family shared. You´re always thought of.
Forever in our hearts!
Love you

Daughter, Brenda

October 7, 2022

Remembering this sad day, Dad
We´re at Cruisin The Coast and thought, how much you enjoyed the old cars and knew so much. Your son, son n law and grandson learned a lot about them from you
You´re greatly missed!
We love you.

Daughter, Brenda

May 20, 2022

On the day of your birthday, we are thinking of you, dad. We'll always remember the great man who cared so much for us. I know you are there with our God, watching over us all. Tonight, I'll look up to see your star shinning bright. Happy Birthday, Dad! We love and miss you.
Give hugs to Mom and Bill.

Daughter, Brenda & family

November 11, 2021

Thinking of you today, dad. We could never forget all the time, dedication nor the huge sacrifice you made for the love you had for the USA!
"Happy Veterans Day!"
We love you, dad

Your Daughter Brenda

May 20, 2021

Happy Birthday up in Heaven, Dad!
Today is filled with memories, happy times of birthday celebrations we've shared throughout the years.
We'll always miss & love you, the father and papa you were warms my heart with gratitude.
Happy Birthday from your family!
Hugs to you, mom and Bill!

Your Daughter

October 8, 2020

Dad,
Recalling memories of you everyday, not just on today, you're always with us and we speak of you often. Today is the anniversary of our loss, as October is a difficult month for us.
We know you are at peace and we're grateful for that.
Thanks for being such a wonderful father.
Wish we could hug you and see you all.

Brenda Fino

October 8, 2019

Remembering you today, Dad. It's hard to believe another year without you. We think of you daily and have great memories of a loving family. Cesar and I spent today on the Coast, looking at all the old cars. I know you had a eye for a nice car. I can picture you out there, telling me what I was looking at the year, model, motor and you probably had one or worked on one, haha. You knew your cars!
We love you and you're always with us.

Brenda Fino

May 20, 2019

Remembering you on your birthday today and how much I loved your sense of humor, compassion, strength, pride and your love for family. Cesar misses your gumbo and jambalaya, he tells everybody his father n law made the best. We love you dad, you're missed everyday!
"Happy Birthday"

Brenda Fino

November 11, 2018

Remembering you today, Dad
One of our true heroes!
Love you, miss you & thank you!

Brenda Fino

October 8, 2018

Dad, though you're no longer with us, we remember you fondly each day.
Your life will always be a vivid one, the epitome of greatness and sacrifice.
You were a good hearted man to all and your family knew how much we were loved.
We love & miss you.

Brenda Fino

May 20, 2018

Happy Birthday to our awesome, dad and papa!
You're always in our thoughts, conversations and hearts!
We love you & miss you always.
Hugs Dad...

Brenda (daughter) Fino

May 29, 2017

Thinking of you on this special day, Memorial Day! A time to remember the brave in uniform, our dad, a very special man. He loved this wonderful country and his family.
Our dad sacrificed a lot for everyone just like so many others in his time.
Thank you, dad. We love and miss you!

Brenda Fino

November 11, 2016

Today is a special day of remembrance to all the brave men and women that served and were committed to this beautiful country, like you dad. We went to Arlington in September and it's overwhelming as well as beautiful. "Happy Veterans' Day" to a great dad and here's to you, Master Sgt William I Edmondson! We love you...

November 11, 2015

Happy Veterans Day!!! Dad!!!!
Today we honor all that have served this wonderful country. I am truly proud of you dad and all that you sacrificed for us! #1 soldier.....
Give Mom A Happy Birthday Hug From Me!!
Love you, dad. Always In My Heart....

Love Your Daughter, Brenda

October 8, 2015

Dad, thinking of you today, how sad we all were but happy for your pain & suffering to have come to an end. I remember you fondly everyday, dad. I have wonderful memories of the times we shared as a family.
Give mom and Bill hugs. I miss you all.

Amanda Fino

May 20, 2015

Papa,

Just as we think about you everyday, we especially remember and celebrate days like today which signify your birthday. Happy Birthday Papa!!

Love,
Sissy

Amanda Fino

November 11, 2014

Papa,

Not only on a nationally recognized holiday such as Veteran's Day do we think about the time you sacrified for your country. Moreover, it is through your strength and courage that we may enjoy freedom and celebrate your dedication to this country everyday. You were a man of great accomplishments and only now as an adult can I appreciate you for passing all those wonderful characteristics to your granddaughter. By the way, enjoy the ice cream and birthday cake amongst you, nanny, and Uncle Bubba.

Love,
Sissy

Your Daughter, Brenda Fino

November 10, 2014

"Happy Veterans Day, Dad!"
When I look at your memorial flag and medals, I can't help but be proud of you, dad. Thank you for your hard work and sacrifice serving and protecting our wonderful country and freedom. We have lots of good memories and travels. I think of you all, everyday. Give mom and Bill hugs from me. I miss you and love you!

Brenda & Bill (Children)

May 20, 2014

Today you would be 82, so Happy Birthday, to our Dad. We celebrate the life you lived and blessing that you were to us. We enjoyed laughter, tears, your awesome cooking out back, family reunions and remember the nicknames you had for everyone you knew. I miss the days of bringing you Little Debbie honeybuns & apple fritters, by the dozens. You were always there for us to give advice in a few words, never spoke negative of anyone, a man of virtue rarest. You helped to make us who we are, Our DAD - The Best There Is!

Amanda Fino

May 20, 2014

Papa,

I want to wish you a very Happy Birthday!! I am sure this is one of the best birthdays you could ask for. Even though you are not physically here, we are still celebrating your birthday as if you were here.

Love you and miss you so much,
Amanda Fino

Daughter Brenda

May 12, 2014

"Happy Anniversary", to a special couple, mom & dad. The best parents, ever! How happy I am that you're with nanny this year, to celebrate this special day, I know how much you missed her. You're in my thoughts always and in my heart forever.

Brenda Fino

November 11, 2013

"Happy Veteran's Day!" to one hell of a soldier, my dad! Today's a double celebration for you dad, you get to celebrate mom's birthday with her this year - what a blessing! Thank you dad for being a true American & serving your country. We have so many great experiences because of your 20+ years in the US Army. I miss you, dad. I know you're free from all the suffering the last few years and that makes me happy but the daughter in me wishes you were here & mom too. I know you're in good hands now and mom's there to fuss over you & shake her finger..(ha, ha). I love you, dad. You are a very special man & father.

A Veteran to remember!!!

Amanda

November 11, 2013

Happy Veteran's Day Papa!!!

Kent Himel

October 15, 2013

To the Edmondson family, I regret only just now finding of Mr. Bill's passing. I also regret not having seen him for so long. My dad and brothers and I always looked forward to his visits to our stores when he was with NAPA. That is how I got to know him. He was a joy to be around, always smiling and pleasant. I'm sure my dad was there to welcome him to the afterlife, and like my dad, he will "speak" to you if you listen. May that give you the strength to endure your loss. Deepest condolences from the Himel family.

Another one of papa's birthdays!!

October 11, 2013

Carolyn Vine

October 11, 2013

Dearest Brenda, trust God to be a very pressent help in this time of your bereavement."Casting all your cares upon Him, for He careth for you". 1Peter5:7

Gabe & Barbara Montes

October 11, 2013

To Brenda and family,
Our hearts go out to the family of Mr. Bill. We lost a very kind and gentle man. He will be missed by many. Gone but never forgotten.

Joyce Hemelt

October 11, 2013

Brenda and Family,
Mr. Bill was not only a HERO but a TOUGH LITTLE COOKIE all the way to end. May God Bless him and his family,and May they find peace knowing he is now with his true love. Love you all XXOO

Rhonda Conley

October 11, 2013

I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.

My Prayers are with you and your family!

Danita Clark

October 11, 2013

Mrs. Brenda Fino & Family,
It was truly a pleasure meeting Mr. William. I am grateful for his hospitality during the many visits Amanda and I made to your parents' house. I pray for your family's strength and may you find comfort in God as well as each other. I extend my condolences and love to you all.

Susie Gutierrez

October 11, 2013

Mrs. Fino and Family;

I was very sad to hear of "Papa's" passing. I'll always remember his love for his family and his smile as Amanda and I would non-stop laugh over "nothing". I'm sure he thought we we're crazy but he just let us be. I pray that the memories of Papa bring comfort and give you strength in the days ahead. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I love you all.

October 10, 2013

Brenda and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you that our Loving Savior will give you comfort in the days ahead. I thank you for the opportunity you gave me to share in a little part of your Dad's life. Its so easy to see what a wonderful person he was by the deep love you all have for him.
May God bless you all and hold you in His loving arms.
Sincerely,
Vickie Bracey

becky bergeron

October 10, 2013

I know we didn't have a lot of time together, but the time we did share was special. I loved and nurtured you as if you were my own family, and would do it over and over if given the opportunity. I have shared so many stories about you the last few days with all the people you loved the most! You have made so many memories and you have raised a truly amazing family!! It seems very odd to not come and spend my nights with you. You always knew my loud mouth when I walked in the room! It was an honor take care of you in your final days. Rest in peace Mr. Bill. You were an amazing man and will be missed dearly!!

Love always, Becky

Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Genevieve Bordelon

October 10, 2013

A good man, husband, father and friend. Just a few words to describe Mr. Bill.I will always remember his smile and quick one liners. He will be deeply missed. And I know My Man is in a good place. Love ya Mr. Bill from Ronnie

kim martin

October 10, 2013

I am in formation Mr bill, I salute u!! Good bye my friend its been a pleasure to know an take care of u.

Juanita & Luis Fino

October 10, 2013

Familia,
Even though it is great comfort knowing he is with the Lord and in no more pain, we are selfish wanting our loved ones with us on earth. The battle was fought like true warriors. You are Blessed that his love for his family and loved ones created true memories to cherish and keep his legacy alive. We give thanks for his service to our country! May he RIP in that room we have prepared for our final destination.

Rejoice in hope, be patient under trial, persevere in prayer. (Rom 12:12)

Amanda

October 9, 2013

Amanda

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Amanda

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Amanda Fino

October 9, 2013

Papa,

October 8th marks a day that I will never forget because it is the day you left your family here on earth, however, it is also the day that we celebrated because you joined nanny and the lord above. I will forever cherish the times we spent together and the amount of knowledge you shared with me. You helped mold me into the person I am today and for that I thank you. I want you to know I remember the times you made me laugh and the nicknames you gave everyone. I will miss picking you up Taco Bell and Cane's, and how about all those cookies. In addition, Cookie will have cookies for all your family and friends that come to honor your life and legacy on Saturday. I miss you and I will think about you everyday. Give nanny a hug for me and tell her I miss her!!! Until I see you again, I love you always!!!

Papa's 81st Birthday

Amanda Fino

October 9, 2013

October 9, 2013

Praying for peace and comfort during your time of sorrow.
Carolyn @ First Baptist Church, Slidell

Terry and Terri Richards

October 9, 2013

To Bill and Family,
My wife Terri and I are saddened by your loss. I know from Bills comments that you are all a great and loving family. Take comfort in one another and reflect on all the wonderful times you have shared with your Father and Mother. May GOD bless you all.

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