Cedar City/Meadow-
Deanna Duncan Edwards- Was born in Centerville, UT January 29, 1938 to Gerald Duncan and Gladys Carlos. She passed away surrounded by loving family Saturday, November 28, 2009.
She was raised in Centerville, UT and was a graduate of Davis High School. After High School Deanna served her country in the United States Marine Corps with an honorable discharge in 1959.
She married Val Dean Edwards March 23, 1963. Together they raised 2 Daughters and 2 Sons in Meadow, UT. Wendy Belle, Kelly Dean, Jody Val and Amy Lue.
Later in life Deanna chose again to serve, this time in the medical field of nursing. She is a retiree of IHC.
After her children were raised she followed them to Cedar City, UT, where she continued to serve as the most amazing Grandma ever. Her Grandchildren brought her such joy and happiness. Deanna’s Children and Grand Children meant everything to her. She was so proud of their accomplishments. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and loved serving in various callings.
She is survived by her 4 Children; Wendy Belle (Connie), Kelly Dean (Kelly), Jody Val (Joyce), Amy Lue (Josh). 6 Grand-daughters and 2 Grand- Sons, as well as her Brothers and their Spouses.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, and a Son Ronald Arlyn.
Many thanks to Southern Utah Home Healthy Care and Hospice, Iron County EMS, Valley View Medical Center Emergency staff and the Marine Corps League of Utah.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday, December 3, 2009 at 11:00 AM in the Cedar City 6th Ward Chapel (1650 West Center). The viewing will be held prior to the funeral 9:30 to 10:30 also at the church. Interment will be in the Meadow City Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Swindlehurst Funeral Home, Beaver and Cedar City. On line condolences may be sent to www.swindlehurstfuneralhome.com.