Michael P. Edwards

Michael P. Edwards, 70, of Mooresville, passed away September 21st, 2024. He was born August 14th, 1954, in Indianapolis to parents Guy Stanley and Georgia (Upchurch) Edwards.

Michael grew up in Indiana and graduated from Howe high school.

A very hard worker, Michael worked at Chrysler for several years, then began his career at Indianapolis Water Company (now Citizens). After over 30 years at Citizens, he retired and became a farmer.

On April 29th, 1978, Michael married the love of his life, Deborah “Debbie”. They shared 46 wonderful years together.

Michael was a strong, compassionate man, who never knew a stranger and loved a good joke. He was incredibly handy, and knowledgeable about everything from cars to construction. He even built his own barn complete with electrical wiring and plumbing. Michael had a lifelong interest in NASCAR. In his younger years, he raced stock cars. Michael was a devoted father to his two daughters. He coached their sports teams, took them on Disney vacations, and taught them many essential life skills. He was so proud to be a Papa to his four grandchildren and loved spending as much time with them as possible. He and his wife, Debbie, loved to travel and enjoyed many cruises. Michael will be remembered as a charming, gregarious man who was always ready to help anyone in need.

He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Michael is survived by his wife, Debbie; his daughters Christina (David) Bilger, of Edgewater, Maryland and Kathy (Brian) Schludecker, of Greenwood, Indiana; grandchildren Skye Bilger, Samantha Schludecker, Christian Bilger, and McKenzie Schludecker.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation for Michael will be Saturday September 28th, from 1-3 at Flanner Buchanan Washington Park East; his funeral will begin at 3pm. He will be laid to rest at Washington Park East Cemetery.

Mike's service has been recorded and will be uploaded to this link, Please click HERE.. Due to technical difficulties, the service was unable to be uploaded to the link on Saturday, the day of his funeral. It will be uploaded and viewable on Monday, September 30th. We are deeply sorry for the inconvenience, and are making every effort to make Mike's service available as quickly as possible. His service will remain viewable with the link above for 60 days.