Charles M. Edwards 1944-2026
NILES — Charles M. Edwards, 81, passed away Saturday morning, Jan. 24, 2026, at his home and surrounded by his family.
“Chuck,” as he was affectionately known, was born May 7, 1944, in Youngstown, a son of the late Clyde E. and Ellen E. Datkuliak Edwards.
He was a 1962 graduate of Hubbard High School and worked as a welder for the former Packard Electric Corp. in Warren for more than 25 years prior to retiring. He also proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1962 to 1965.
Chuck married the former Toni L. Cameron on March 15, 2009. They were together for 35 years and shared almost 17 years of marriage and many happy memories. She survives him.
Chuck was an avid fisherman and loved taking annual trips to Canada with his fishing buddies for more than 30 years. He was also very handy and could build or fix just about anything. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and extended family, especially his beloved grandchildren. Chuck was a loving, caring husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Besides his wife, Chuck is survived by three children, Kristine Moffitt, Charles Edwards and Charlene Edwards, all of Hubbard. He also leaves behind three stepchildren, Christy Kovacs of Austintown, Kelly (Dane) Wilson of Twinsburg and Carrie (Aaron) Byard of Silver Lake; 12 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and several lifelong friends.
Besides his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.
In accordance with his wishes, there will be no funeral services or calling hours. The family is planning a celebration of Chuck’s life to be held at a later date.
Anyone wishing to express their sympathy can do so by making a contribution to Sanctuary Hospice, 6715 Tippecanoe Road, Suite B-101, Canfield, OH 44406, in memory of Charles.
Arrangements for Mr. Edwards are being provided by Lane Funeral Homes, Mineral Ridge Chapel, 1350 N. Canfield Niles Road, Mineral Ridge.
This obituary may be viewed and condolences can be sent by visiting www.lanefuneralhomes.com.
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