Gary Lee Edwards's obituary , Passed away on October 21, 2025 in Ames, Iowa

Gary Lee Edwards

September 6, 1934 - October 21, 2025 (91 years old)

Ames, Iowa

Gary Lee Edwards's obituary , Passed away on October 21, 2025 in Ames, Iowa

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Grandon Funeral & Cremation Care

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Gary Lee Edwards

September 6, 1934 - October 21, 2025 (91 years old)

Ames, Iowa

Gary Lee Edwards Obituary

We bid farewell to Gary Lee Edwards of Ames, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 21, 2025 at the age of 91. Gary touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gary Lee Edwards to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clifford Edwards and Anna Elkin Edwards; his son Mark; and his sister Karen. He is survived by: his wife Gayle Breed of Ames; his daughters, Tammy Hyer (Stan) and Tina Longnecker (Tim); his grandchildren, Adam Hyer (Nicole) and Thomas McCann; and his great grandchildren, Zakery, Brooklynn, Brayden, Jordyn Hyer and Kingsley. He is also survived by numerous other family members and friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Grandon Funeral & Cremation Care (414 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care (414 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Grandon Funeral & Cremation Care



Thu

Oct 23

Visitation

1:00 PM

Grandon Funeral & Cremation Care
414 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010

Thu

Oct 23

Funeral service

2:00 PM

Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care
414 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010

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