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Official Obituary of

John Elden Edwards

July 28, 1943 ~ April 15, 2025 (age 81) 81 Years Old
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John Edwards Obituary

John Elden Edwards, a dedicated veteran of the US Army who served from 1961 to 1983, passed away on April 15, 2025.  Born on July 28, 1943, in Bremerton, Washington, John answered the call to serve his country with honor and distinction.  He retired as a master sergeant in 1983 and chose Sierra Vista as his home.  John is survived by his son Kevin Edwards, his twin sisters June Kuehn and Jean Young, and step-children Michael Dunbar, David Dunbar, and Jackie (Dunbar) Slezak.  He was preceded in death by son Gene Edwards, and his loving wife, Maria Frieda Edwards.

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Services

Gathering of Family and Friends
Wednesday
April 30, 2025

8:30 AM to 9:15 AM
Hatfield Funeral Home
830 South Highway 92
Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635

Committal Service with Military Honors
Wednesday
April 30, 2025

10:00 AM
Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery 1300 Buffalo Soldiers Trail Sierra Vista
1300 Buffalo Soldier Trail
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

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