Edward Overton Obituary

Al,Stan and Mike: Also Ed's Family--Our prayers go out to you at this time.Ed was a joy to know and will be especially remembered as a little boy growing up with Van and Jane, And also as a fine young man helping with clean up here at my home and also helping others on the Gulf Coast after Katrina.Keep those wonderful memories in your heart always. I know we will.Liz and Family

Al,Stanley and family... Etta and I wish to express our deepest sympathy and prayers in this time of great loss.

kenny i am very sorry for you and your family's loss. I am fortunate to have known your dad and you he will be missed , you and your family are in my prayers .

Dear Betsy and Boys:

We want you to know you all are in our prayers and now Joel and you also as you take care of all the business of the homes. Each day I wonder what I would do without Dick after 50 years. Thank God for Jesus and we know where Ed is now.

love in Christ



Dick and Phyllis Shea

Colleen's Dad and Mom

Dear Overton's:

Ed was the most human of beings I have ever known. Even though I was only lucky enough to spend less than 2 years with your family - way back in the early 70's - we somehow managed to stay connected. During our times of reconnection, I found Ed had grown into a man of integrity - a loving father and devoted husband. My heart aches but I'm told it will heal even though a small hole will remain. Ed touched my life. All my love, memories and thoughts!

In the summer of 1968 on Hillcrest Road in Gulfport, Mississippi, a young Overton family rented a red brick house across from a young Newman family. My little sister Peggy and I played "catch" all summer it seemed with Eddie and his little sister Michael. It was a great summer. The 4 of us had impromptu picnics in neighboring wooded areas; Peggy and I ate peanut butter & banana sandwiches; Michael and Eddie ate pb&p (pickle!!!) sandwiches. We were so sorry to hear of Eddie's death. Van Roland came to my office this past week and told me. We've had no contact with the Overton family since that summer (they may not even remember us) when they moved away, but we remember them clearly and fondly. Eddie was such a kind, thoughtful young fellow. It's not surprising to learn while reading his obituary of his life's values and accomplishments and the respect and admiration that people felt for him. My sister Peggy and I send our very deepest sympathy to all of you and we look forward to meeting Eddie again at Jesus' feet. Surely, there are softballs and gloves in Heaven!

Dear Betsy and Boys:

I still remember Ed at Christian Center and his work with "MOVE". His loving attitude and extreme integrity will not be matched this side of Heaven. Ed always had a smile and encouraging word for me and my family. I remember him directing the boys group on Wednesday evenings when they built dog houses in my garage. Ed leaves a big hole to fill. Betsy, I am keeping you in my prayers. I am so sorry you lost your life mate, he was such a good guy. I can see him working for God building Mansions in Heaven.

Sincerely,

Sandie Claus

Chris (and Family),

So sorry to hear of your father's sudden death. Our prayers are with you. Miss you! Jay and Lisa Craig

Al & Family--We are sorry to hear of your loss, our prays and thoughts are with you and the family.----------Bud Rice & Family

Betsy and Sons - Much love to you all and comfort. I have always loved your family, and being able to coach Chris and Stephen. You and Ed were wonderful examples of integrity, commitment and warmth. Blessings to you all and rest in Jesus.

Kenny, I'm so sorry for your loss... Word's don't express the pain, and no one can understand the comfort that comes with knowing you'll be together again. Take care of your mom, such a sweet lady. Love you guys.

Betsy, may the Lord hold you closely and give you peace as you are seperated from your very best friend for a short time. Our children attended CSCS together and our memories of your family are ones of a loving father and mother who exhibited true strength and faith in the Lord. May the Lord bless you and your family.

I only new Ed for a little over a year. I had the opportunity to ride motorcycles with him in Moab last April. Ed was clearly a man of God and demonstrated that in his life. God Bless.

Chris Hall-Parker, CO

Dear Betsy and Family,



Ed built us a great house in 2000. He became a true friend. He was a man of entegrity and it was a joy working with him. We will miss "Fast Eddy."



Love, Gary and Judy Smedley

Dear Mrs. Overton and family,

I worked for Ed every summer during my high school years (83-86). Ed was very influential in my life and demonstrated integrity,love and great concern for the people that worked for him. We met your family while at Christian Center. I pray that God gives you great comfort in knowing the man that Ed was, and his great influence on many. What a legacy he left in his passionate relationship with Jesus. Grace and peace to you all.

Itwas at Christian Center that I last saw edward. So it's been a

few years. My wife and I remember his involvement in the royal Rangers. He had a heart for

missions. Our prayers are with

the family.

Dear Betsy and family, We will always remember Ed for his generosity. He really helped us make the transition to the mission field when I asked if I could work for him (he had to show me how to hold a hammer!) yet be free to travel to raise our support. We are praying for you and want to see you when we are in the Springs again later this year.

It has been many years since I last saw Eddie, but I will always remember him as a fun-loving "kid". Although I never knew him as an adult...knowing his Mom & Dad & sister and all the wonderful things they told me about him, I know Eddie had to have been a great man. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Al,Stan and family,You know that you are in our hearts and prayers.We love you and are here if you need us.

Dear Betsy and Boys,

My heart just broke for you and the boys. I don't know if you remember us we lived nextdoor to you on Enchanted Cir West. I remember the boys and James our son playing football with Kenny,Chris and Steven. We lost our little Sara last year in and car crash we are still trying to get some peace in our lives but Sara loved God very Much. We miss her so much.

I just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and the boys and all the fond memories on Enchanted Cir. West.If there is anything you need let us know.

Love and God Bless The Losasso Family

5 years after constructing my parents home in Woodland Park, the Hyman fire broke out. Ed called them and offered to have my parents and their belongs move to safety at his home. What a wonder gesture from a wonderful man. May the Lord grant his family peace at this difficult time.

We are deeply sorry for your great loss. You are an amazing family who gives testimony to the Lord in all that you do. Ed will be dearly missed by many. May God's peace minister comfort.

We were very fortunate to have met Ed and his family in 1995 while he was building our home. We got to know him and his partner John very well and it is just heartbreaking to know that both of these fine men are no longer with us. We want to express our deepest sympathies at this time and want the families of both men to know they will be part of our lives forever everytime we walk into our home. We know they are home too!

Our thoughts and memories are with you.

Leo & Donna Boudreaux

Billy the Kid, I will miss you more than you know...nevermind, I'll tell you how much I miss you in Heaven. You have been like a brother from another mother to me. Your smile and joking around, your encouragement, your attitude toward life, your way of helping others, your zest for Lake Powell, and your choice to choose Jesus as your best friend will always be cherished and remembered. May God bless your wonderful family and may they follow in your footsteps to love mercy and walk humbly with their God.

Reverend Jim

Our prayers & sympathy go out to your family and friends.

Your loving friends,

at Rocky Mountain Metalcraft

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Miss Betsy. We will certainly miss Brother Ed's smiling face around our halls here at New Life. May the LORD Jesus' Peace comfort your hearts as only He can. We love you all.

Dear Betsy and Boys, We were so very sorry to hear of Ed's death. Larry always enjoyed visiting with him about house building whenever we were at ballgames together. My husband doesn't find visiting with others easy--he's a pretty shy guy, but Ed always made it work. He was such a likeable man. You and your sons mean a lot to me. I always enjoyed having them in class, and you were always such a support and encouragement. The one thing I can promise you is that Larry and I will be praying for all of you in the days to come. You will continue to be in our hearts and thoughts. Much love, Larry & Carol

Dear Betsy and family,



My husband, Joe, worked for Ed in the 1980's. Our daughter still remembers playing volleyball at your house when you had picnics for the construction crew.



My prayers are with you and your family at this time.



Ed was a wonderful boss to my husband, and a great guy to know.



Fondly,



Gloria Clevers

We are so sorry for your loss. Ed was a wonderful man and always a godly example to Dallas when he played football at CSCS. You are in our prayers during this difficult time.

Fondly,

Mary-Good and family