Rodney Edwards

     Rodney Dean Edwards, 89, Nevada, MO, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 4, 2026.   Rodney was born on September 22, 1936 in Parks, NE, to Orlando Newton and Sarah Elizabeth (Weaver) Edwards.  He married Barbara Jean Surls on February 6, 1956 and she preceded him in death in 2005. 

    Rodney grew up in the Ponca City and Webb City areas of OK.  In 1961 he moved to Brigham City, UT.  He lived in Utah for a number of years before moving back to Bartlesville, OK in 1975.  He and Barbara owned and operated a popular antique shop, the Country Thrift Store, for 30 years until their retirement.   Multiple members helped run the store over the years.  Following the passing of Barbara, he came to Nevada in 2011 to be near his daughter, Susan.

    Rodney enjoyed going to the Eagles Lodge to play the slots, treasure hunting for collectables, and doing jigsaw puzzles.  He was mechanically gifted and enjoyed building and repairing things.  Rodney had a love of music and was known for his sense of humor and making people laugh.

     Rodney is survived by his four children, Jeff Edwards (Gail), Kansas City, MO, Susie Larimore (Dan), Nevada, MO, Dave Edwards (Diane), Bartlesville, OK, and Jody Edwards (Heidi), Conifer, CO; eight grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; a brother, Roger Edwards, Roy, UT; and numerous nieces and nephews.   He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; his parents; two sisters; three brothers; and a grandson, Ethan Barnes.

     A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at Osage Hills State Park in Bartlesville, OK.    

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