Douglas Dean Edwards, 67, of Troy, MO, formerly of Beaumont, Texas,  passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024. He was born November 8, 1956 in Bethesda, Maryland, the child of Ralph and Patricia (Lane) Edwards. After attending the local schools, he later graduated from high school. Douglas then attended college and received his Bachelor's degree in business. He worked for many years as a Data Analyst, and truly enjoyed his work. In 1996, in Beaumont, Texas, he married Amy Leger. They spent many wonderful years together and treasured each other. In his spare time he enjoyed playing golf, watching the Dallas Cowboy's play football and spending time with his family. Douglas was a expert craftsman, and a talented carpenter. He will be remembered lovingly by all those knew him.

Douglas is survived by his wife, Amy Edwards of Troy,  his children, three sons: Ryan (Kacie) Harrigan of Denton, Texas, Caleb Leger of Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, Ross (Allison) Edwards of Somerville, South Carolina, and one daughter,  Margaret (Brandon) Swanke of Troy, MO, his mother, Patricia Edwards,  his grandson, Beau Swanke of Troy,  and one-on-the way, one brother, Dennis (Cynthia) Edwards of Seabrook, Texas, as well as many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, and his brother, David Edwards.

Visitation to be held on Sunday, May 12, 2024, 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., at McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1304 Boone Street, Troy, MO, 63379, 636-528-8244.

A rosary will be held on Monday, May 13, 2024, 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Success Catholic Church, 20418 US-54, Louisiana, MO, 63353. A funeral mass also to be held on Monday, May 13, 2024, 10:00 a.m., at the church in Louisiana, MO. Father Otto Keiser to officiate.  Interment to follow in the Troy City Cemetery, Troy, MO. Memorial donations may be made to the church c/o the funeral home. Friends and family are invited to visit our website at mccoyblossomfh.com to sign the on-line guest register.