from the USTA Communications Department

Columbus, OH — Roger William Edwards, 69, died after a long illness on Feb. 12, 2010.

He was a long-time driver/trainer from South Lyon, Mich.

Mr. Edwards is survived by his children, Patrick, Robin (Carl), Diane (Chris) Emrick and James (Alysia); 11 grandchildren; brothers, Roland, John, Ned, Ted and Kenny; and sisters, Martha Jean Lee and Patricia Coffee. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martha and Desmond; and a sister, Nellie Von Beacom.

A small family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Diane Emrick, 795 Vernon Road, Columbus, OH 43209 or e-mail demrick @mail.cosi.org.