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Edwin Wynn Obituary

EDWIN C. 'THE LAWNMOWER MAN' WYNN MACHESNEY PARK - Edwin C. "The Lawnmower Man" Wynn, of Machesney Park passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2012, surrounded by his family. A U.S. Army veteran, he was born Sept. 25, 1932, in Sedgwick, Ark., the son of Tramel and Effie May (Lawson) Wynn. He married Debra Coffman on Dec. 26, 1985, in Rockford. The owner of Wynn's Small Engines, he was a 30 year employee of Gunite Foundry, where he retired in July 1985. Edwin was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan, who loved fishing, gardening, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Survivors include wife, Debra (Coffman) Wynn; sons, Michael, John and Robin Wynn; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Melvie (Marion) Gardener, Echel (Oscar) Baker and Velma Doyle. Predeceased by his parents; brothers, Talmadge, Cleveland and Tommy Wynn; and sister, Willie den Wynn. Service at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 6, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park, with visitation from 9 a.m. to time of service. Interment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Online condolences can be expressed at sunsetfhmemgardens.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Aug. 4 to Aug. 5, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Edwin Wynn

19 Entries

Ken Swart

August 17, 2012

Just heard of Ed's passing today. Over the last 10 years when I visited him with a need mower repair, Ed was always very interested in my situation with and a speed repair/tuneup in response. "I'll have it done by the end of the day." Ed never failed. He was always such a honest, joyful person. I always felt so welcome by him & his sons, when I came with my needed repairs.

Jeremy Wynn

August 6, 2012

The man that is Ed Wynn can not be put into words. Never has a man molded such lives as this man has every one that knew him was the better for it. With that being said the love his family has for him is infinit and eternal. With all the world has come to i know that i will come out the other side strong for the wisdom my GrandFather gave me will carry me through. Enjoy your peace you angel of the lord. We will see you again when it's our turn to join you. I was lucky to have you in my life.

Margo Rhymer

August 6, 2012

I only had the privledge of meeting Ed,shortly after John and his ex Deb married. I heard from Deb what a wonderful carrring man he was. I felt the need to acknowledge your loss, May God console you in your time of grief.

Tom Kurth

August 5, 2012

So sorry to hear of Ed's passing... Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ed's family and friends... The Kurth Family

Dsrla Chilton

August 5, 2012

Ed will be greatly missed. I am glad to have known him. God bless his family.

cheryl seibold

August 5, 2012

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

Octavia Wynn

August 5, 2012

Hey Papa Ed, I miss you already,
But I know your in a better place.
Up in Heaven; getting it ready,

You're up there improving things,
This is something we all know.
While a little bird sings,
You're probably asking God if you can mow.

You can do all the fishing you want now,
But in only the best boat.
Since weather doesn't apply to thou,
Imagine ALL those fishies you'll tote.

There is ONE sure thing I know;
I'll never say goodbye to you,
Because my heart won't let you go.
So, goodnight papa, I love you &
I know you love me too.

Manuel & Bea Montelongo

August 4, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

debi coffman

August 4, 2012

the loss of a great man and a good friend ... i always adored ed ... he was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather ... always good to everyone ... heaven must be a brighter place ... maybe he is fishing with bill ... rest in peace my friend ...

Es Langley

August 4, 2012

Ed was a good man.
Rest in peace.

Wayne and Jan Morris

August 4, 2012

We met Ed when I learned of his lawn mower repair business, and have always used him for any repairs needed on our mower or snowblower. Great guy who will be missed by all who really got to know him. We are so saddened to hear of his passing. Wayne and Jan Morris-Rockford

Brianna Alford

August 4, 2012

My Papa Was The Best Man Ever . And Noone Will Now Why He Had To Go When He Went But What I Do Kno IS That No Matter What I Will Always Love And Miss Him. He Was The foundation To Our Family .As I Look Through The Pictures Of My Papa I See Him Smiling Thats A Blessing , He Was So Caring And Loving To Everyone Noone Will Ever Fill The Empty Gap In My Heart . One Day We Will Meet Again But Until Than Watch Over Our Family Like U Did When U Were Here. I Lovee You Papa With All My Heart Even Though There Is A Peice Missing But U Took That With U ! I Love And Miss U Sooo Much

Hailee Keehn

August 4, 2012

Fly With The Angels</3

Hailee Keehn

August 4, 2012

Love You Papa Ed(: Fly With The Angels<3 God Bless Everyone Your Not Really My Grandpa But Your An Amazin Person & I Know That Everyone Mises Yoou .Yoou Were An Amazin Worker & Love By Many<3

mike peckham

August 3, 2012

he will truly be missed

MARIA COFFMAN

August 3, 2012

God bless us with letting my husband daughter and myself learn love and enjoy u. We will miss u mr. ED.

I noticed that I was not in the photo slideshow so I thought I would add my picture.

Melissa Johnson

August 3, 2012

Melissa Johnson

August 3, 2012

My grandpa Ed was the most greatest man anyone would ever meet. He was my idol, and everything I accomplished was for him. He was more than my grandpa he was like a father to me. He meant the whole world to me and I love him to pieces. Grandpa you will always be loved and remembered. Rest in Paradise.

Susanne Keehn

August 3, 2012

The legacy Ed has left behind is great to those that were blessed enough to have him as a part of their life. He was the most honest, successful, self confident, hard working, loving, caring, giving, family man that I have ever known. The values and morals he has passed on to my children and others in his family are infinite. I wonder now if he knew the impact that he had as he sat in the garage working on lawn mowers and talking with "the guys". And how those fishing trips and vacations in Arkansas brought wisdom and joy that will forever be instilled into the heart of my son. How he showed the girls in his life that good men do exist and taught the boys how become one. Walking through the door of that house will never be the same. I know that I am a better person because I was honored and blessed enough to know Ed and that he will always hold a special place in my heart and the hearts of my children.

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