Carlos Edwards (10 May 1959 - 8 Oct 2015)

In loving memory of Carlos Edwards who suddenly passed away on 8th October 2015, aged 56 years.
Loving Son, Father and Grandfather, let RIP mean return if possible.
Friends, love ones and especially family,
It is a honour and a privilege for me today to pay tribute to Carlos despite my own reservations and anxiety to stand here before you today I feel I owe this much if nothing else for all he had done for me.
In no way can I express all my feelings to the full or give you a definitive exploration of Carlos here in this short time we have together but I am sure you all have positive loving memories of Carlos one way or the other
Carlos was a remarkable person, unique in his own way and touched the lives of so many. Never bearing grudges or reminding us of our wrong doings but always showing us how we could do things differently.
Carlos was a happy go lucky person never afraid to face the difficulties or challenges that stood before him. Carlos lived life to the max of his ability work hard played hard but too minimal time for rest. Carlos would cycle to work some five miles a day each way rather than drive, reluctant to spend his earnings to glorify himself but was never selfish. Carlos was an entertainer despite his shyness and enjoyed being at the centre of attraction yet Carlos was never boastful or showed of his wealth.
Carlos was a loving partner, a father and a family man these were his strongest values, he was always proud of his family in every way never a bad word yet like most people today faced hard times but do know what? Carlos never gave up or walked away despite what form trouble came in, In Carlos’s world he had an obligation to fulfil and was never too proud to fulfil those obligations.
Carlos was a loving devoted father to spend time with his children in play and be interactive with their up bringing and like a lot of families that too wasn’t without trials and tribulations but always positive with hope looking towards the future I guess the word is “hope” this was the driver in Carlos
Active not only was Carlos a competitive person, particularly at sport but at work always aiming to reach the next milestone in his youth. We spent many of times playing football into the dark evenings or socialising at the local youth club or chip shop with friends and colleagues in a joyful manner and yet despite the seldom conflicts teenagers go through and these were seldom I don’t recall one person every stating wanting nothing more to do with him.
Carlos was not only my brother he was my protector and in many ways he was one of the few people I know I was always able to rely on always there when I needed him not always giving me what I wanted but always gave me security and surety when needed most. In many ways Carlos was my right hand guy but this was Carlos’s meaningful role with whoever he interacted with I will truly miss him “I love you bro” I know of others who will feel the same because he was that kind of guy
Carlos was a man of strong principles and wasn’t afraid or embarrassed to stand by his principles he was a determined and defiant person unwilling to settle for less than deserved and would express his thoughts openly and directly not sneakily or behind your back he would speak out and not let something wrong go unchallenged but he wanted people to know that nothing could be gained from holding grudges or leaving things unclear
Carlos was a philosopher this may be why he was fascinated by astrology he appeared to understand it well and could make sense of it don’t ask me I couldn’t even name the 12 zodiac signs never mind remembering my own. As I am sure most of you know “Carlos could talk!” another one of his attributes yeh! the hind legs of a donkey but you know what I will miss those conversations as I am sure you will too, that’s why we feel he deserves to rest in the bed we have chosen for him I hope he finds it peace and comforting as he lays here.
Carlos was shy about his faith he was always a believer I even remember the day we got home late one evening to be disciplined because we went to see The Bible with a good family friend but didn’t tell our parents where we were going and yet he only ever spoke about how good that epic movie was despite it going on for some four hours or so it kept our interest as young adolescents.
Carlos depicted his moral’s from our up-bringing and the classic epic movies back in the day always showing respect to others no matter who you were
We spoke about life and life’s journeys in the past and although I feel I was cheated in some way in not saying our good byes or that I was not there for him when he may of needed us the most I also know he was afraid this is another accomplishment for him however my faith gives me the strength to find peace and tranquility in knowing that Carlos passed peacefully and was at peace with the world.
My dear brother you have left more than a legacy behind I hope we all listen to him and believe in what he has taught us be strong and stand up for what we believe in never give up when things get tough look to the future with hope and glory don’t ever be afraid for our almighty will protect us.
Carlos we will miss you and always remember you with that cheeky smile and laughter, Love to you respect and admiration my hat goes off to you always
Peace Bro Peace.