William "Bill" Edwards, 89, loving son of the late Enid Edwards; affectionate grandson of the late James E. and the late Isabelle Smith; cherished brother of the late Barbara Johnson, Donna Jummati, and James Russell Edwards, devoted friend of the late Valerie Dumbrell; treasured uncle of Janet Benhart, Jeanette Jummati, Larry Jummati, Julie Jummati, April Edwards-Haupt, Robin Van Valkenburg, Steve Johnson, Christina Kohl, Mark Johnson and Heather Edwards; great-uncle and friend to many.

Bill was a free spirit, a frequent traveler and great storyteller. He always had a story or joke (good or bad) to share and truly enjoyed the spotlight. As an avid skier, Bill explored mountain ski runs across the US and Europe with ski club friends. He was a fun and funny person to be around and will be greatly missed.

Visitation, Friday 11:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service, 12:00 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 Talcott Rd, Park Ridge. Interment Mount Emblem Cemetery, Elmhurst. For information, (847)-823-5122.