Rosdal Trent Edwards, (R.T.) of Paris, TX, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 30, 2020 at Clarksville Nursing Center at the age of 91.
Funeral arrangements are set to honor the life of R.T. Edwards on Monday, December 7, 2020 at 2:00p.m. Services will be at Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home in Paris, Texas with Rev. Mike Redus officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Paris.
The family will receive friends one hour before service time at Fry-Gibbs.
R.T. was born March 16, 1929 in Woodland, Texas to parents Trent Edwards and Audrey Ann Edwards.
On February 16, 1952, R.T. married the love of his life, Wanda Pritchett, and had 2 children; Ron and Paula Edwards.
R.T. was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was a faithful deacon and longtime member of Spring Lake Baptist Church. R.T. had a strong work ethic. Being an entrepreneur, he opened several different business throughout his lifetime. He and his wife also managed Apex Supply in Paris for over 20 years. He was known to be a very generous man. He would go above and beyond to help anyone in need. He adored his grandchildren and love spending time with them, often taking them to Rangers games, his favorite team!
R.T. was a big presence and was loved by all. He will be deeply missed. We can remember him by his favorite tune that he would often sing- “I love you, a bushel and a peck, a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck.”
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Wanda Pritchett Edwards of 54 years; father, Trent Edwards; mother, Audrey Edwards; one sister, Janelle Watkins; and two brothers, Orville Edwards and Lunsford Edwards.
Left to cherish his memory includes 1 son, Ron Paul Edwards and wife, Marsha of Reno; 1 daughter, Paula Edwards Christian, widow of Danny Christian of Yantis; grandchildren; Brian and wife Tammy, Brent and wife Haylee, Colton and wife Lolly Ingram, Christian and Tori, and Carter Edwards, great grandchildren; Kassidy and Kashlynn. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.
Pallbearers include his 5 grandsons; Brian Edwards, Brent Edwards, Colton Ingram, Christian Edwards, and Carter Edwards
The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff of Clarksville Nursing Center for their care, compassion, and truly loving R.T.
Memorial donations may be made to:
Red River Valley Baptist Association
Honoring R.T. Edwards
2320 Clarksville Street
Paris, Texas 75460
