Gary Edwards

Birth date: Jan 10, 1955 Death date: Jul 26, 2020

Gary “the Spirit” Edwards, beloved guest of St. Francis Catholic Worker House, died July 26, 2020 after collapsing from an abdominal aneurism out walking. He was 65. He is survived by his mother Carole, sister Linda Cockefair, thr Read Obituary

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Marzena

273w ago

I moved to Columbia in 1999 and ever since I can remember I saw Gary hundreds of times, often on the trail I frequent a lot. I always wondered where is he going, does he have family, friends? I always felt inspired by his perseverance, he was there in spite of rain, snow or extreme temperatures, so resilient and determined. He seemed shy and avoided eye contact. I said hi many times, but sensed he wanted to be left alone. Gary, I will miss your quiet presence all over town. Rest In Peace.
-MJT

Matt

273w ago

I have seen gary walking almost daily for as long as I can remember. Never bothered anyone. I never spoke to him. I will miss seeing him.

Megan

273w ago

I would see Gary almost everyday when I worked downtown. Though I never had the opportunity to speak with him, I was always amazed, at the amount of fortitude it took, to walk as many miles as Gary walked in life. Rest in peace Gary.

Stephanie Thompson

273w ago

Gary came into the library where I work. He seemed painfully shy or skittish, so I always gave him his space. I felt like he must have a gentle soul. I never heard him say a word over the years. Rest well, Gary Edwards.

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