Robert C. Edwards

Robert C. Edwards, 83, of Liberty Township, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born in Butler, Pennsylvania on April 26, 1941 to parents, Harry and Roberta (Easley) Edwards, both of whom preceded him in death.

Bob was a 1959 graduate of East Brady High School and went on to earn his Bachelor's degree from Penn State. He worked at Armco Steel/AK as an electrical engineer, retiring after 45 years of service. Bob was an active member of Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, where he served as church council president, lector, Bingo caller and was instrumental in the establishment of the Parish Center. In his spare time, Bob enjoyed traveling, playing golf and puzzles. He had played with the Kittanning Band and the Armco Band back-in-the-day and maintained his love of music. He was an avid sports fan, keeping true to his Pennsylvania roots and remaining a steadfast fan of the Pirates, Steelers and Penn State football. Most of all, he enjoyed cheering on his grandchildren in their sporting events.

Bob is survived by his wife, Kathleen (Callihan) Edwards; children, Douglas (Lisa) Edwards, Diane (Joshua) Slamp & Gregory (Jennifer) Edwards; sister, Rebecca (Lona) Edwards; and grandchildren, Adam. Elaine, Audrey, Evan, Lauren, Nolan, August & Rocco.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 222 Hamilton Ave, Trenton, with Father Paul Gebhardt and Father Ron Kreilein as celebrants. Visitation will be Thursday evening, July 11, 2024 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding Funeral Home, 3805 Roosevelt Blvd (at Bonita Dr.), Middletown.

Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 222 Hamilton Ave., Trenton, Ohio 45067 

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