Tom Edwards
April 8, 1925 ~ January 1, 2012
Guy Thomas “Tom” Edwards, 86, Mooresville, died January 1, 2012, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Mooresville. Mr. Edwards was born April 8, 1925, in Indianapolis, to the late Guy and Mabel (Harrell) Edwards.
Mr. Edwards graduated from Washington High School and from Purdue University in 1950. He proudly served in the United States Army during World War II in the European and Pacific Theaters. He was a Registered Professional Engineer for Tousley-Bixler Construction Company from 1949-1983, retiring as the Vice President and Branch Manager of the Bloomington office. In addition, Mr. Edwards was a member of Chi Epsilon (Civil Engineering) Honorary Fraternity, the American Concrete Institute, and was past chairman of the Joint Apprenticeship Committee for Cement Finishers. He was also a faithful member of the First United Methodist Church in Martinsville.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy (Puckett) Edwards, to whom he was united in marriage December 21, 1946; daughter, Sheila Kanaby (Randy) of Mooresville; son, Tom Edwards (Monica) of Greencastle; grandchildren, Kelly Reed, Tom Kanaby, Tom Edwards, and Dan Edwards; great grandchildren, Justin, Kevin, Ella, and Jakob.
The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m., Thursday, January 5, 2012, at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with calling there from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, January 4, 2012. Burial will be in Nebo Memorial Park, Martinsville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I work at Millers Assisted Living Facility where Tom and Dorthy live. Tom was a pool shark I would often meet Tom downstairs and challenge him to a game of pool in which he would always win, he would always say maybe next time. Never a dull moment when Tom is around, very quick witted. His convesations were always short and sweet. He loved his peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. He will be missed be many! With Prayers and Love, Sara LaChance
We purchased the ground we built our house on from Sheila and Randy. A year or so later we purchased five more acres from Tom and Dorothy. Tom was a fine man who treated everyone fairly and honestly. We are still on that property and I thank God every day for my home. I am so sorry for you loss. Jim and Liz McCartney
I worked previously at Millers Assisted Living Facility. I took care of Tom and Dorothy and they was always a delight to be able to take care of them. Tom was a great person and will be missed by many. My prayers and thoughts are with Dorothy and the entire family during this loss of a special person. With Deepest Sympathy Beth Williams
I got to know Tom and Dorothy at Miller’s Assited Living while visiting my Mother ‘Malva Foster’. I would see them either at the elevator or in the cafeteria, on there way to or at supper. Enjoyed talking with them very much, and getting to known them both. Tom will be sorely missed, but take comfort that we all will be united again some day. Stay stong Dorothy, take care of your self, Tom is with the angels now, and his heavenly Father, take comfort in that.
Just want to extend our sympathies to you Dorothy, and your family. Your are in our thoughts. Steve, Vonnie and Mary Lou Johnson.
My condolences to the Edwards family as Tom has been called home by our Lord and Father. Tom was an important influence and friend in those years as an ambassador for Tousley Bixler. As the Architect/Engineer on several projects involving Tousley-Bixler I was blessed with Tom’s leadership and expertise. I am indebted to Tom and his profound abilities as a construction leader and human being…………..Bob Lamson