March 11th, 2021
Clarence Monroe Edwards, lovingly known as Uncle Brud and the Bread Man, went home to be with the Lord on March 9th, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Pleasantville, NJ to the late Clarkson and Lillian Edwards. Over the years, Clarence worked at several places in the area including, Bond Bread, Faith Baptist Church, The Christian Academy, Upper Chichester Police Station and Phoenix and Citi Steel.
Clarence was a devoted member of the North Chester Baptist Church for over 50 years. He was always ready to help others in need. He served the Lord by volunteering and delivering food for Amazing Grace Outreach Ministries and Citi Team Ministry. In addition to his faith, Clarence was devoted to his family.
Clarence is survived by his sons, Wayne and Michael Edwards; sister, Sarah Frances Hyson; grandchildren, Kimberly Bowen, Kelly McDaniel, Holly Hughes, Tom Edwards, and Victoria Edwards and 14 great-grandchildren.
His funeral services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to Amazing Grace Outreach Ministries 211 E. Main St. Middletown, DE 19709 or to Cityteam at www.cityteam.org/donate.
I will miss you more knowing I can’t visit u again on this planet but I will see u soon enough in heaven ..
I love an miss u grandpop..always in our hearts an thoughts
We have missed you for a long time due to the pandemic I never thought we would not get a real goodbye. Our hearts are heavy and you will be missed Love You Uncle C.
Miss and love you uncle brud.
I have only met Clarence a few times. But he was a big personality. I’m sure he will be missed by many. Just a nice man. Please keep me updated when memorial service is held.
Uncle Brud was one of my favorite people. He made a point to stop in EVERY week to give me goodies and endless amounts of food for the boys and I. We never went without, because of him. And he nearly gave me every one of his Pollyanna gifts… because I just “had to have it” and he would never take no for an answer. Ever. I will sorely miss his visits and big hugs. He will never be forgotten. We love you, Uncle Brud. ❤️
We have missed Clarence here at North Chester Baptist beginning when he was no longer able to drive. He was always ready with a smile and a helping hand. I personally remember one day when he came to my rescue. I had accidentally locked myself out of the church office and he happened to drive up. He didn’t look like a knight in shining armor, but that’s the way I saw him that day. It’s comforting to know he is enjoying being in the presence of the Savior he loved so well, and we will see him again one day.
Betty Taylor, church secretary
What a great person and Uncle. He was loved and will be missed.
My wife and I are heartbroken over the passing of Clarence. He was such an incredible blessing to us. There were many many times he gave us bread, muffins, donuts, etc. We were privileged to have him at our house for dinner a few times in the last 5 years. Clarence we love you and thank God for you my friend. Because of your faith in Jesus we will see you in Heaven soon! God bless you my dear friend.
RIP, Uncle Brud. May you be greeted with sweeter bread than you greeted us with. ❤
Uncle Clarence (Brud) I still can’t believe I am writing a tribute because of your passing. Words cannot describe this difficult moment, but if this is the last time I get to say goodbye then I know I will do so with the knowledge that I consider myself blessed to have had you in my life and our family!
Mike & Wayne I know there is nothing for me to say that will make your loss easier but know that I am sending you my love and support. Dee
Mike n Dee: Thank you for being there. I have wonderful, warm mrmories. RIP, Uncle Brud! I send condolences to all. With much Love,
Uncle Brud! I still can’t believe I am writing a tribute because of your passing. Words cannot describe this difficult moment, but if this is the last time I get to say goodbye then I know I will do so with the knowledge that I consider myself blessed to have you in my life. RIP Dee & Mark
Prayers for Uncle C loved him and will be missed
Oh how we are going to miss our visits & lunch together. Always in our hearts,❤.