Robert John Edwards Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2022-05-12T14:00:00
End: 2022-05-12T14:00:00
Location: St. Nicholas Orthodox Church

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Robert John Edwards of Royal Oak, Michigan, born in Detroit, Michigan, who passed away on May 8, 2022, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Francis and Irene Edwards (Dostie); and his sisters, Barbara, Mary and Sharon.

He is survived by: his wife Cathy; his children, Debbie McMillian, Kim McElhaney (Bruce), Theresa Edwards, Catherine Bunkosky (Dylan), Bob Edwards (Cheryl), Anne Marie Wehling (John) and Mathew Manning (Stacy); and his brother Steven Kirksey (Linda). He is also survived by 15 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren.

Those desiring may make contributions to St. Nicholas Orthodox Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Swartz Funeral Home

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May 12

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St. Nicholas Orthodox Church
2143 Center Rd, Burton, MI 48519

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May 12

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St. Nicholas Orthodox Church
2143 Center Rd, Burton, MI 48519

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