Jack Lee Edson Elkhart, Indiana Obituary

Jack Lee Edson

<p>Jack Lee Edson, age 91, of Elkhart, passed away Monday, August 8, 2022 at his home. He was born March 11, 1931 in Mt. Vernon, IL to George and Edna Edson. On June 11, 1954 in Mt. Vernon, IL he married Betty Marie Manley who preceded him in death on March 3, 2022.</p> <p>Jack honorably served his country in the United States Army. He began his career as a police officer in Southern Illinois. &nbsp;On November 1, 1964 he began his 21-year career with the Elkhart City Police Department and retired on November 1, 1985. Soon there after Jack worked as a court Bailiff for David Bonfiglio in Elkhart Superior Court 6 from September 30, 1985 until November 2, 2010. In his youth Jack was a coach for the FOP Little League. He and his wife enjoyed bowling and going to the casino. He loved the St. Louis Cardinal&rsquo;s and spending time with his family and friends.</p> <p>Jack is survived by his son, Stanley (Vicki) Edson of Elkhart; granddaughter Lynee (Brian) Perkins of Elkhart; great-grandson Eric Perkins and his dog, &ldquo;Fluffy&rdquo;. Jack was preceded in death by his parents George and Edna Edson, wife Betty Edson and siblings, Norman (Marveen) Edson, Robert &ldquo;Bob&rdquo; (Doris) Edson, Richard Edson, Pearl Carbine, Imogene Hester, Herb (Alice) Edson and Beulah Webb.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Friends may visit with family from 1-4 pm on Saturday, August 13, 2022 at Stemm-Lawson-Peterson Funeral Home, 1531 Cobblestone Blvd., Elkhart, IN 46154. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Elkhart County, 54687 CR 19, Bristol, IN 46507 or <a href="http://www.humanesociety.org">www.humanesociety.org</a> Online condolences may be made to the Edson family at <a href="http://www.stemmlawsonpeterson.com">www.stemmlawsonpeterson.com</a> Burial will at Rice Cemetery next to his wife at a later date.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
March 11, 1931 - August 8, 202203/11/193108/08/2022
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Cynthia Guzzo
September 29, 2022
I worked with Jack in Superior Court 6 and did not hear of his death until yesterday. We had some fun times in spite of the seriousness surrounding us. I will always remember his silly Christmas decorations and his amazing ability to recite songs and poems from memory. S... Continue Reading
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Sandra Schreiber
August 16, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I knew him when I worked for Judge Platt. I loved his terrific sense of humor! I also saw him many times display compassion for others, especially young people. He had a no-nonsense, but kind, attitude with kids that I am sure rea... Continue Reading
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Keith and Karen McFarren
August 13, 2022
Stan and Vicki:

Karen and I have been under the weather all week and won't be able to come to Jack's visitation.
I always enjoyed being around Jack and considered him a friend. But more importantly, he was a good man; a man of integrity and honesty.
He lived a Chris... Continue Reading
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Faith Baughman
August 12, 2022
Prayers to the family. Thank you for your service. Faith Baughman and families.
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Guest
August 11, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With much love from the McGinnis Family (Annette, Dave, David, Tomas, Patrick, Kat and Conor)
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Love Stan & Vicki
August 11, 2022
Dad, we miss you so much! I know that you are happy to be reunited with mom again.
We love you both!
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Stan & Vicki Edson
August 11, 2022
Dad, I know that you are happy to be reunited with mom. We miss you very much!
Love Stan & Vicki
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Love Patty, Alice, Julie and The Robinson’s (Alex, Tracey, Kiara and Kevin)
August 10, 2022
Uncle Jack - we will miss you! Love always
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Linda Mayer-Warner
August 10, 2022
Thank you for all your years of service to your country and the City of Elkhart.
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Lynee, Brian and Eric
August 9, 2022
We love and miss you grandpa!
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