Ronald J. Edwards, SFC, U.S. Army, 73

Youngstown- Ronald J. Edwards, 73, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013 at St. Joseph Health Center in Warren. Ronald was born July 9, 1939 in Warren, the son of James and Ida Mae (Simons) Edwards. He was a Sgt. 1st Class in the U.S. Army, retiring after 23 years. Ronald also proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1960 to 1964. He was a member of the Good Sam’s Camping Club and enjoyed camping, woodworking and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He will always be lovingly remembered by his wife, the former Brenda Laney whom he married January 13, 1973; daughter, April Rich of Youngstown; son, Ron (Julie) Edwards of Mineral Ridge; and three grandchildren, Dakota, Alex and Emma. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, George and twin Donald. Friends may call on Saturday, March 16 from noon to 3:00 pm at Christy Armory, 475 Victoria Road in Austintown The Rossi Brothers & Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Avenue in Boardman have been bestowed the honor and privilege of handling the arrangements for Ronald. Family and friends may visit the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com to view this tribute and send condolences to Ronald’s family.

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