"I am sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Edwards. His son Ryan and his family and the entire Edwards Family are in our prayers. My uncle and father who knew him from Travis HS told me about his masonry work that he was proud of that was featured in his obituary. I then saw about the his work at Blue Hole in Wimberley. Just a week or so prior to his passing, I was at Blue Hole with the family and walking back to the car. A couple walking in front of me stopped to marvel in his work and talking about how difficult the circles within circles and other surrounding areas would have been to create. They stood there for a while just appreciating it. On my way back from the car, I too did the same. I had no idea that this was his work. Amazing work, amazing man. God bless, The Comers"
In loving memory of
Stevan Charles Edwards
August 7, 1950 - August 6, 2020
Stevan (Steve) Charles Edwards, 69, of Austin, Texas passed away on August 6, 2020 in the comfort of his home. Steve was born in Austin to James and Margaret Edwards on August 7, 1950.
Steve graduated from William B. Travis High School in 1968. He was a paratrooper in the U.S. Army National Guard from 1970 to 1976 while starting his career with the Bricklayers' Local Union #8 Texas. His career spanned from 1978 to 2012 as a brick mason and construction manager. During this time he worked for J. L. Hankey Co, lnc and D. Brown Masonry, He owned his own company, E & C Masonry. He later worked for R & R Masonry and Austin Rio Construction. He finished his career with Whitetail Construction in 2012. He was immensely proud of his work. Some of the projects that he was most proud of include, the Burleson Bells at The University of Texas at Austin, Blue Hole in Wimberley, Riverbend Baptist Church and LBJ Wildflower Center and the many projects for family and friends.
Steve is survived by his wife of 49 years, Monika Edwards, his daughter Stephanie Sandoval, her husband, Robert and their daughter, Brooke; his son, Ryan Edwards, his wife, Misty and their daughter, Allison; his Mother, Margaret Edwards and siblings, James, Cynthia, Michael, Cecil and Clifford. He is preceded in death by his father, James O. Edwards.
Memorial donations may be made to Texas 4000, http://bit.ly/brookebikes
Tributes
"Steve was someone who was liked by all who knew him. He was very blessed to be part of such a close and loving family. There are so many wonderful times to remember. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Marilyn and Tommy Carlson"
"I have known Monika for about 60 years and Steve for about 50 and love them both. I have nothing but good memories of Steve and am so very sad to learn of his loss and battle with cancer. My thoughts and prayers are with this family. Susan Feely"
"Great guy and hard worker his masonry skills were fantastic. Great guy to be around We will miss him. "
"What a guy. I\'ve known Steve since the 7th grade. We had fun at Porter JH while growing up among other wild kids. It all seemed tolerable when I would see \"Eddards\" smiling in the crowded halls. He always had a good word and a great laugh. He helped make an insane period of JH an actual fun time. His smile and laugh was present and welcomed once again when 15 fellow classmates met in San Marcos at the Salt Grass for lunch in May, \'19. Steve White said it so well, \"A finer person than Steve cannot be found. My life has been enriched by his friendship. Thank you all for sharing. His memories leave me with smiles.\" Monika, My wife, Linda, and I send out our condolences to you and your entire family. Steve was one of those rare guys who touched everybody in a positive way. He will be missed by many."
"Monika, my sincere condolences to you, Stephanie, Ryan, Mrs. Edwards, and family. A finer person than Steve cannot be found. My life has been enriched by his friendship. Thank you all for sharing. His memories leave me with smiles. Steve White"
"Brent and I send our love during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in Jesus Name! Love, Brent and Judy Woolverton!"
"Dear Monica, I?m so sorry for the loss of your dear husband and life partner. Stevan was such a kind and sweet man. I could go on and on about what a great guy he was. I?m sending love and prayers for peace and comfort for you and your family during this difficult time in your lives.? Delores Coker Eitt"
"Steve was always a kind and caring friend over the 50 years I knew him. He sent me the sweetest card a few years ago, just to say what our friendship meant to him. I still--and always will--treasure that card and his friendship. Monika, you and your children are in my heart and my prayers. "
"We are so sorry to hear about Steve. Condolences from Tommy and Denise Downs"
"The best grandfather a girl could ask for. An amazing man who cared so deeply about his friends and family."
"Steve loved life, his family, friends, fishing and the Longhorns. It is hard to watch someone fight so hard only to lose in the end. He was a great brother. I will miss him so much. "