Myrtle Marie Edwards

Myrtle Marie Edwards, born Myrtle Marie Charles, passed away on September 25, 2026, in Seymour, Indiana, at the age of 90. She was born on July 31, 1936, in Brownstown, Indiana, and lived a life marked by warmth, faith, hard work, and a joyful spirit that touched those around her.

Myrtle was spunky, sweet, playful, and always smiling. She brought lightness and love into everyday moments, whether she was sharing laughter over a card game or filling her home with the comforts of a home-cooked meal. She loved playing cards, especially Uno, with her friends, and also enjoyed fishing, working jigsaw puzzles, gardening, sewing, and singing along with the radio. In the kitchen, she was especially well known for her pumpkin cake, spanish chicken, and country cooking, all made with the kind of care that made people feel welcomed and loved.

She was a hardworking woman throughout her life. Myrtle retired from Travomatic after 15 years of service. She also worked at Seymour Electronics and Gerwin Shoe Factory. Her steady dedication in her work was matched by her devotion to her family and community.

On September 20, 1952, she married her husband, Denver Edwards, in Freetown. Their marriage was the beginning of a shared life and family that remained central to her heart. Myrtle was also a longstanding member of Kurtz Nazarene Church, where her faith was an enduring part of her life.

She is survived by her son, Denver Edwards Jr., and his wife Laura; by her daughter, Donna Lynn Horn, and Donna’s significant other, Chad Creech; by her sister, Carol Nowland-Kurtz; by her daughters-in-law, Debbie Edwards and Laura Edwards; and by her sisters-in-law, Janet Charles and Audrey Charles. Each of them carries forward cherished memories of Myrtle’s smile, her playful nature, her good food, and the many simple joys she shared so generously.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Denver Edwards; her father, Thomas Charles; her mother, Stella Mikels Charles; her son, Mark Edwards; her daughters, Hazel Marie Wilson and Kathy Jo Stout; her brothers, Robert Charles, Thomas Charles, Ted Charles and Monta Charles; her sisters, Betty Lou Smith and Patti Hanner; her granddaughter, Angela Williams; and her brothers-in-law, Nobel Nowland and Nolan Hanner. One great grandson, Caden Grove. Their memories remained part of her life and story, and she is now reunited with those she loved who went before her.

Myrtle Marie Edwards will be remembered for her loving heart, her enduring faith, her hardworking nature, and the happiness she found in family, friendship, and the everyday blessings of life. Her memory will live on in the lives she nourished, the laughter she shared, and the love she gave so freely.

Visitation will be held on October 23, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Kurtz Church of the Nazarene. A Celebration of Life will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Kurtz Church of the Nazarene.

The family requests memorials be directed to Kurtz Nazarene Church.

Friends are invited to leave condolence messages for the family at www.christensenfamilyfuneral.com

Daniel and Betsy Christensen have been entrusted with the arrangements.