Brian Keith Edwards, Sr. transitioned from this earthly life on November 12, 2022, at 9:07 p.m. at Baton Rouge General Hospital (Bluebonnet) in Baton Rouge, LA.
Brian loved Jesus with his whole heart. He was a devoted and active member of Westgate Church. Brian helped maintain the grounds and facilities at Westgate and he was actively involved with the Warrior's ministry. Brian also served as a mentor for at-risk boys. Brian's love for his pastor, coffee, and fellowship led to Westgate's "Coffee Club" which still convenes after each service.
Brian is survived by his Devoted Wife: Cheryl Denise Edwards; Five Children: Toni Dionne O'Neal of Zachary, LA; Cheral Ann O'Neal of New Orleans, LA; Teneshia Jovon Edwards of Baton Rouge, LA; Antonio O'Neal, III of Zachary, LA; and Brian Keith Edwards, Jr. (Alyssa Porche'Lynn) of Baton Rouge, LA; Six grandchildren: Taniyah Michelle Edwards, Gabrielle La'shun Edwards, Artasia Kitana Brim, Jace Javionne O'Neal, S'amyra Emma Edwards, and Evander Mateo Edwards; Three Brothers: Chaun L. Edwards, Sr. (Karen) of Dayton, OH; Damon Edwards (Chineaka) of Baker, LA; and Ernest Edwards, III (Pamala) of Denham Springs, LA; One sister: Temieka Mitchell (Lenard) of Lorton, VA, Two godchildren: Sierra Cherise Pansano and Felton Thornton, Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, friends, a Church family who loved him dearly, and friends.
Brian was preceded in death by his Parents: Ernest "Senus" Edwards, Jr. and Johnie Pearl Edwards; Two brothers: Trevor Neals Edwards and Christopher Rene' Edwards; Paternal grandparents: Ernest Edwards, Sr. and Rose Dell Edwards; Maternal grandparents: Peter Ray Thomas and Eula Mae Thomas; Two uncles: Porter Edwards Sr. and Peter Ray Thomas Jr.; Two aunts: Ethel Thomas Camese and Aline Thomas Edwards.
Viewing: Saturday, November 19, 2022 from 10:00am to 11:00am at Westgate Church, 1622 Court Street, Port Allen, LA 70767; Services immediately following at 11:00 am. Pastor Alfred Moore officiating; Professional services entrusted to Richardson Funeral Home, 301 E. Mulberry Street, Amite, LA 70422; Burial: Mount Zion Cemetery, 36010 LA Hwy 16, Montpelier, LA 70422.
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR LOVE, SUPPORT, AND PRAYERS……..FAMILY