Mr. Tolliver D. Edwards

The true measure of a man is not based on outward appearances, wealth, or social standing, but rather on his character, especially his love for God and others, his faithfulness, and his ability to handle challenges with maturity and grace. Key aspects include spiritual leadership within the home, responsible stewardship of resources, and a willingness to love and support his family. Tolliver Derwayne Edwards was born in New Haven, CT at St. Raphael Hospital on September 12, 1972 to Charlie and Selma Edwards of Aden and Winterville, North Carolina. He departed this life on May 1, 2025. Tolliver graduated from West Haven High School and attended Gateway College in New Haven, Connecticut for Computer Science. His first career was with Stop & Shop Warehouse, then the U.S. Postal Service. He was the proprietor of Who's Next Barber Shop and lastly with Sodexo at the University of New Haven in West Haven. Tolliver's hobbies were Motorcycle Riding, movies, fun and food. He leaves to cherish his fond memories his parents, Charlie and Selma Edwards of West Haven; his wife Monica Edwards of Windsor Locks; son DaQuan Edwards (Amber) of West Haven; daughter Tierra McCurdy (Lloyd Jr.) of New Haven; son Myles Edwards of Windsor Locks; HIS BROTHER Carlus (Mary) Edwards of Seymour, CT; nieces Epiphany and Eden Edwards of Seymour and nephew Evyn Edwards; sister-in-law Linda Smith (Jim); four uncles, two aunts, numerous family members and friends; along with his special brother Andrew Odei-Nitri and special sister Jacquel Bradley. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents John Frank and Gladys Edwards; maternal grandparents Charlie and Catherine Durham; six uncles, 6 aunts, several cousins; father-in-law Charles Taylor, mother-in-law Gwen Taylor and brother-in-law Tony Taylor.