Raymond Robert Edwards, Jr.
January 02, 2015
Raymond Robert Edwards Jr., 65, passed away January 2, 2015 at his home.
Raymond was born December 11, 1949 in Des Moines, Iowa to Thresser (Johnson) and Raymond Edwards, Sr.
He proudly served in the United States Air Force and National Guard. He worked for many years at Mid-American Energy before his retirement in 2008. Raymond enjoyed fishing, bowling and dancing. He was known for his sense of humor. In later years he took great pride in his canine companion “E.J.”
Raymond is survived by his wife, Sandy; mother; Thresser; children; Tamara (Thomas), Gage (Jennifer), Aasha, Shana (Michael), Jessica and Justin; siblings, Rita, Derryll (Cindy), Tina and Tracy; nine grandchildren (with one more on the way); one great granddaughter.
He is proceeded in death by his father, Raymond Edwards, Sr.
A funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines. Family will greet friends Wednesday starting at 11:00 a.m. until service time.
Memorial contributions may be directed toward the Des Moines Fellowship Church, 950 35th Street, Des Moines, in loving memory of Raymond.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
Mary McCracken
06/05/2015
God leaves us with wonderful memories and I'm thankful to have been part of them. Our family is blessed because Raymond was part of us. Special Love to his Mother and Sandy.
Blessings
Mary and Sy McCracken
Terri and Shake Davis
01/10/2015
GOD SPEED "TRADER RAY" WHO WAS A GREAT MAN AND FRIEND DASH 2009 WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR PITCHER
Peggy Micile
01/07/2015
I heard about Raymond from Mary Jo and am so sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with you and all of Raymond's family.
Renae Herr (Calligan)
01/07/2015
Knew Ray from Tech High School. Was a friend of our family, especially my brother Craig. Such a great guy. Always in a good mood, always smiling. I remember Sarita, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I agree with Barb, he was one of a kind. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless.
The Fowler Family
01/07/2015
Wishing you strength now and in the days to come. Aunt Thresser and family we will miss Junior but memories will last forever. God bless you and stay strong.
Aunt Pete, Reggie, Marsha, Noretta, Duane and Lucky Fowler
Barb (Stumpf) Cruchelow
01/06/2015
Grew up in the same neighborhood with the Edwards family. Junior was always the one to get a baseball game started at the vacant lot on Harding Road. He always let the girls play on his team. He was one of a kind and I will never forget him, My thoughts and prayers to the family,
Monica McCracken
01/06/2015
I was sitting thinking how much fun we had on Olive Street. Junior will be missed but never forgotten. We will get through this with God on our side. Threw the good and the bad, God is still good.......
Paula Dondale
01/06/2015
Sandy, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Ray.You and your family will be in my prayers and thoughts as you move through this most difficult time. ~Paula
Tina Dudley/MidAmerican Energy
01/06/2015
To the family of Raymond Edwards, your loss is a great one, he was such a joy all of the time. Worked with Ray for many years, last time we visited he was still that funny guy!
Larry Young
01/06/2015
So sorry to hear of Ray's passing and your loss. What a great guy with a great smile and contagious laugh. From our days in the street department at Iowa Power and the 40 years to follow I am glad I knew Ray. We could solve the world's problems while clamping a gas main or searching for a gas leak. What great memories. Remember the past and cherish the good times. A truly "Nice Guy"
Jimmie Shade
01/06/2015
Lifting up Prayers for the Edwards Family. Raymond was my mothers go to guy for anything. He will be missed....
Your friends at MidAmerican Energy
01/06/2015
So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was a terrific co-worker and will be missed by all of us here at MidAmerican. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Dawn Mills
01/06/2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with your combined family during your time of loss. May God bring you comfort and peace.
Dawn Mills and Family
Ann and John I Jackson
01/05/2015
Thresser and Family , Our prayers are with your family . Raymond(JR) was a great guy. May Gods love keep you in comfort.He will always be in our memories for his laughter and smiles.
Mickey Sieren
01/05/2015
Thoughts and prayers for Raymond's family. I worked with Raymond for years he was such a great joyful person. Always remember the good times we've shared. RIP buddy