Dr. Kenneth's Memory Wall
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Hello Wendy and Family,
Our vision and memory of Ken is the young, energetic and prayerful man that we knew before we left St. Joseph more than 20 years ago. We weren’t expecting to hear that Ken had passed, and with that the devastating loss to family, friends and community. What isn’t surprising is Ken’s prayer journey on the Camino and devotion to Connor. We send our sincerest condolences to you and all the Edwards family. May Ken and Connor rest in peace. Amen.
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Peter & Judy Frosini
November 10th, 2025 at 11:52am
I was blessed to work with many superb and compassionate physicians, nurses and other health care professionals during my career in medicine. None surpassed Ken in dedication to excellence and to the care of his patients. He understood the big issues in healthcare and contributed countless hours to medical staff work including mentoring me. He holds the distinction of being the only physician to ever make a housecall at my home, just one instance of Ken expertly and kindly caring for me and my family.
What stands out for me was Ken’s energy and enthusiasm for life. Chicago Bears games, travel, dining Ken was always up for it. All undergirded by sincere faith. I will miss him.
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Dennis F Thompson
November 4th, 2025 at 5:08pm
Dear Wendy and Family,
Our hearts are broken at the loss of our brother and friend Ken. We were very blessed to know him as our physician colleague and friend. Our community and world were blessed to have him in our community. He will be dearly missed - may God bless his soul and your family during this difficult time.
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Michael Wang
October 30th, 2025 at 4:59pm
Dear Wendy and family
Words fail when such an unexpected loss occurs. We met while assigned together at the Naval Hospital Great Lakes. We shared those early professional moments as we started our careers together. You supported me when Jane passed away. Our civilian practices where in different locations, but seemed
remarkedly parallel. We only came together every few years, but it always seemed as no time had passed between visits. I am so happy we shared dinner just before your trip. It was, as always, a time of great joy and laughter. Dismayed we could not join your family for the service. We were stuck in Texas and traveling with pets.
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Jamesand Terry Timoney
October 29th, 2025 at 12:54pm
Dear Wendy and family,
Louise and I will never forget the kindness you showed us by letting us stay in your townhouse for 2 weeks while you were out of town. You were always so kind to have Louise over for dinner and movies while I was on duty. Louise and I are sorry we couldn't attend the funeral due to Louise's illness.
You are always in our prayers
Love Rich and Louise
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Rich and Louise Nash
October 29th, 2025 at 10:31am
Wendy and family…Blanche and I were sad to hear of Ken’s untimely passing. It was a great pleasure to work with him for so many years fighting the good fight. He and I had many great philosophical discussions. As we say, May his name be a blessing for eternity and the many memories made bring joy to all who loved him and remember him.
Alan and Blanche Mindlin
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Dr. Alan Mindlin
October 28th, 2025 at 8:34pm
Jordan - We are so deeply sorry for your loss. I remember meeting your dad several times in college. He was so proud that you were at Holy Cross and thriving. In later years he always jokingly reminded Brad he was lucky to have ended up with a Holy Cross girl! :) He was so kind and offered guidance and advice to my sister, Jane, before she began her medical career. Praying for you every day and hope that you are finding comfort in knowing that Connor and your Dad playing in heaven.
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Grace and Brad Guinane
October 28th, 2025 at 9:21am
Wendy and family
We are very sorry for your loss
Our family has fond memories of the midsummer MSMS meetings
w Ken and your family
May his memory be a blessing
Kathleen and Mike Sandler
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Mike Sandler
October 27th, 2025 at 11:39am
I worked with Dr Edwards for many years in or as a nurse. Dr Edwards was a great surgeon and was very skilled! He was hard to work with sometimes but he always knew I would do my best and he could count on it . He knew I was involved with the boy scouts and he loved talking about what was going on in our troop! He will be missed and I’m so glad I had the opportunity to work with him. Rest in peace !
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Davonne Trosper
October 26th, 2025 at 7:06pm
I am so so sorry to hear about Doctor Edwards passing. I had him as my Ortho Doctor. I really had a lot of faith in him. He had such terrific bed side manners. I really
Enjoyed having him as my Doctor. Prayers are with his wife and his kids. He is in a lot Better place now. Rest in Peace Doctor Edwar😪🤮❤️
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Amee Mantei
October 24th, 2025 at 11:00pm
Ken was my classmate at Holy Cross and a great guy. I see that there is another post about his attending a U.S. Open Golf Championship. He saw at least one other one, with me in 1980, the final round at Baltusrol in Springfield, NJ, a tournament won by the great Jack Nicklaus. I will always treasure that memory. May he rest in God's peace, and may his family be comforted.
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David Smith
October 24th, 2025 at 6:52pm
With thanks and gratitude for the many years of service to our community and heartfelt sympathy to his wife and children. God bless the Edwards family.
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Josephine Doss-Smith & Family
October 24th, 2025 at 2:59pm
Dr Edwards was our Ortho doc, very trustworthy and kind. He sure knew his stuff. My heart goes out to his family - this is such a loss! Praying for you all grieving the loss of this gifted, wonderful man. 🙏🏻
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Cheryl and Rick Glowacki
October 23rd, 2025 at 9:26pm
When we first met Wendy at Lely Resort, we had heard so much about you for an entire year as you wound down your practice. We often joked about the elusive Ken. The next season, we were grateful to get to know you and your sharp wit, intellect, tender soul, and shared faith. Your patience and tutelage with PD on the bocce courts and your excitement when returning to pickleball court with TD were truly inspiring. Though our time together at Lely Resort was brief, we cherish having known you and look forward to being reunited in eternity. To Ken’s family — you always have a shoulder to lean on with us, and we will be here for you always. We celebrate the true gift of Ken and the amazing gifts he left here on earth. Our hearts and prayers are with you always.
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P Downey
October 23rd, 2025 at 8:44pm
US Open PGA Championship at Shinnecock Hills NY June 16, 2018
A special Day with a very Special Guy
Ken with family and friends.
Ken, will be missed by more than be counted
Wishing the Best
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Gene M Connolly Sag Harbor NY
October 23rd, 2025 at 4:10pm
I’m so sorry to hear of Dr. Edwards’ passing. I didn’t know him well but I trusted him to do one knee and one hip replacement for me. That trust was well-placed because the result of both surgeries was successful. I would gladly have referred friends and family to him but, then, he retired. I’m very sad for his family who lost this dear man at such a young age. May your memories of him give you strength throughout your lives.
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Annemarie Kubicek
October 23rd, 2025 at 3:42pm
Collective family gatherings, travel, food and wine events, golf, concerts and yelling at the Chgo Bears (for years), debating politics and the economy were all so much more engaging and vibrant because of Ken’s presence.
So much love going out to Wendy and all the kids.
May he rest in peace!
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Terry Deegan
October 23rd, 2025 at 3:39pm
Great friend and fellow orthopedic resident. A natural leader and an excellent surgeon. Very strong, moral compass and a compassionate physician. Rest in peace my friend. I’m glad we had dinner last year in Chicago Best to you, Wendy and the family love, PAUL and Dolly.
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Paul juliano
October 23rd, 2025 at 2:07pm
I don't know where to begin with wonderful stories about Dr. Edwards. He was an amazing person. Working with him closely in the OR for years, I have many fond memories. From "Quickly Dawnell" to advice on how to teach my teenager her times tables at the dinner table when she was adamant that they were worthless information. He was so very kind and cared so deeply about all those he touched. He gave so much to the community and very specifically to our family. From squeezing our kids with boobs on his already busy schedule to coming in when not on call to fix one of our kids broken femur. This was just the kind of person he was, and we truly loved him for this. He was more than a surgeon we worked with in the OR, but part of our family. Our deepest sympathy and prayers for the many friends and family.
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Dawnell Schmeling
October 23rd, 2025 at 1:11pm