White Family Funeral Home | Bowie, Texas

Obituary For Dennis Wayne Edelman

Dennis Edelman, resident of Sunset, Texas, passed away February 17th at the age of 50. A memorial service is scheduled for all who wish to honor the life of Dennis at 10:00am on Tuesday, February 23rd at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie, Texas, with a reception immediately following at the First Baptist Church of Sunset. Floral arrangements to be made by A Cottage Floral of Bowie, Texas. Dennis was born June 9th, 1970 in Casper, Wyoming. He graduated from Adams City High School in Denver, Colorado in 1988. Dennis met the love of his life Laurie in 1993 and they married on April 17th 1999. Shortly after they moved to Sunset, Texas he began working as a master diesel mechanic, eventually opening his own specialty diesel repair shop in Bowie, Texas. Customers often referred to Dennis as the “truck whisperer”. Dennis was a devoted father and husband. He was a pillar of the community; Dennis was known to go above and beyond for his fellow neighbors and customers. Dennis loved camping, fishing and spending time at the ocean. Dennis was an excellent listener, always willing to help with any problem, however he never offered unsolicited advice, but had a knack for asking the right questions and challenged people to solve problems themselves. Dennis’ sense of humor was truly unique; he always had the right joke or story to make anyone laugh at any time. Dennis’ devotion to his family is what set him apart as a man. Every moment of love he gave to those close to him will be cherished forever and deeply missed. Dennis is survived by his wife; Laurie Edelman, His children; Joshua Edelman, Zachary Edelman, Kayla Edelman and Sophie Edelman; His mother Laura Edelman; His Brother Jeremy Edelman. He was preceded in death by his father Dennis Edelman. Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie, TX.

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A great friend with an amazing heart! I'll miss him, the jokes in the shop and on the road. Prayers and sympathies to the family. Ernesto Perez

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We send our condolences and prayers. We met Kayla's parents on her Texas State University graduation. Her parents were extremely proud and happy. Yes, it was Dennis's friendliness and humor that put us at ease. God bless everyone. The Ybarra Family

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I will miss him tremendously his laugh for sure I just pray that I can have half the heart that he had he Was one of a kind person I am glad god let us cross paths it was nothing but pure enjoyment I know we are not suppose to question god but he will be truly missed by many love Bobby Coggin

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My deepest sympathies..my prayers are with you& your family..

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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