Sgt. Edgar Torres-Tovar

Sgt. Edgar Torres-Tovar was born on October 17, 2000, in DeKalb, Illinois. Shortly before his first birthday, his family moved to Des Moines, Iowa, where Edgar grew up surrounded by the unconditional love of his parents and siblings.

He was the oldest brother of Samuel Torres-Tovar and Daniel Torres-Tovar, and the beloved brother of Krystal Torres-Tovar. To his brothers, Edgar was always a role model; to his sister, he was her protector and best friend. He was raised humbly, in a home where love and family unity were more than enough. He never asked for material things, because his family’s love fulfilled him completely.

Edgar completed his education from kindergarten through high school, graduating from Dowling Catholic High School. After graduation, he was certain of his purpose in life: to serve his country. He enlisted in the United States Army, where he completed basic training and infantry school.

His first deployment was to Kosovo, where he shared unforgettable experiences with close friends Freddy Sarceno, David Hernández, and Luis Corona. During that time, they remained united, forming bonds that would last a lifetime.

After returning from his first deployment, Edgar stayed for a time to help his father with the family gutter business. He enjoyed watching movies with his dad, talking with his mom, and spending time with his siblings, joking and laughing together. He loved speaking about his work in the Army and how meaningful it was to him. He enjoyed board games with his family and cousins, playing with his dog Daisy, and video games with his brothers. He deeply loved spending time with his sister, whom he considered his queen, and adored his nephews, Castiel and Christopher. While Christopher was still in his mother’s womb, Edgar dreamed of returning home to meet him and watch both nephews grow.

In 2022, Edgar proudly signed his second contract for deployment to Kuwait. In 2023, he met his girlfriend, Yareli, with whom he shared his stories and dreams of marriage and starting a family.

In 2025, Edgar said goodbye to his family with hope and excitement to return soon. Even before leaving, he spoke about how much he already missed them. He spent his final days making as many memories with his family as possible.

While deployed in the Middle East, Edgar remained in constant communication with his parents, siblings, his two beloved nephews, and his girlfriend through video calls. Tragically, on December 13, 2025, his family received the devastating news of his passing.

Edgar was an exemplary person, a source of pride for his parents and a role model for his siblings. He was a family man, loved by all who knew him. He had dreams, goals, and a smile that lit up any room. He loved his work, and he left this world doing what he was passionate about.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving parents, Hugo Torres and Isabel Tovar; brothers, Samuel Torres and Daniel Torres; sister, Krystal Torres and her children, Castiel and Christopher; paternal grandparents, Jose Torres and Rita Garcia; girlfriend, Yareli Duran; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Santiago Tovar and Dolores Herrera.

Service date and times are pending.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for a charity designated at a later date.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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