Mr. Daniel David Edens, age 60, Telford, entered the arms of Jesus and was reunited with his father Monday, November 11, 2024.
Mr. Edens was born on December 23, 1963, in Johnson City, Tennessee to Judy Markwood Edens of Telford and the late Richard Lee Edens, Sr.
He attended Abounding Grace Baptist Church.
Mr. Edens retired from the Town of Jonesborough and was a Funeral Assistant for Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home. If there was a word that defined Danny Edens, it would be service. Starting with his service to our country in the U. S. Air Force, continuing to his service to Jonesborough Water Department for over 25 years, serving in churches he attended, serving on the Washington County Commission for over 16 years and being part of the first three generational legacy serving consecutive years. Continually being the stronghold for his family and living every breath for his six grandchildren, never missing a single game, performance, or moment of their life. Service, that’s what he did, it’s who he was.
If you needed advice from Danny, he would be telling you things like “put your phone away” “spend every moment you can with your family,” “find a way to serve others, “but the biggest thing he would tell you is to “give it to God and let Him lead.” The world will be such a different place without him, but that’s how his family will be moving forward, by giving it to God and letting him lead. Danny lived his life to serve others and to do everything for everyone. If you ever wanted to do something in honor of Danny or to help his family, give your life to God, let Him lead and let go of what you can’t control. Not only will he be proud of you, but that’s the way you’ll see Danny again in glory.
In addition to his mother, left to cherish his memory, wife of 40 years, Kelly Gillin Edens; son, Joshua Edens (Ashley); daughter, Sarah Murray (Chase); grandchildren, Leah, Luke, Landree Edens, Titus, Tristan and Trenton Murray; mother-in-law, Paula Davis (Norman), brother, Richard Edens, Jr. (Rhonda); niece, Jordan Richards (Matt); nephew, Adam Edens (Katie); special Uncle, Terry Edens; sister-in-law, Sheri Kelley (Mike); and several cousins and extended family.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the 3rd and 5th floor nursing staff at Holston Valley Hospital, namely Kailyn, Sam, Tristan, Trey, Dr. Christine Fields, and nurse Katherine at Vanderbilt Hospital.
Funeral services will be conducted 4:00 PM, Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Josh Edens, Pastor Chase Murray and Pastor Marty Murr officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00-4:00 PM Sunday prior to the service.
Interment services will be conducted 10:00 AM Monday, November 18, 2024, at Mountain Home National Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Ricky Edens, Jr., Adam Edens, Mark Ferguson, Matt Richards, Scotty Lacey, Mike Gillen, Greg Cloyd and Clinton Little. Junior pallbearers, who will lead the way, oldest grandsons, Luke Edens and Titus Murray. Honorary pallbearers, Josh Howard, Jacob Howard, Aiden Cannon, Caleb Murr and the Men’s Sunday School Class at Abounding Grace.
Kelly, I just learned of Danny's passing. Sending sympathy and will keep you in my prayers. So sorry, Leslie
11/17/2024
Daniel & Clara Dunbar
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. We always enjoyed talking with Danny at the ballfields when we were there with our granddaughters ,he was definitely a family man. he will be missed
11/17/2024
Jeannie and Sammy Tipton
Danny always had a beautiful Smile he served God and loved his family the time we spent together at New Victory was always a joy I’m praying for Kelly Josh and Sarah and the rest of the family May God be with you all
Kelly, Judy and family
I am so sorry to hear about Danny. I have many fond memories at Community Baptist with your family plus times at Limestone FWB when I attended with my sons. Praying for strength and comfort in the future as God holds you close. Love and prayers
Myra and family
Kelly, my deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
11/14/2024
Christina Thorngate
Kelly, my heart goes out to you & your family but it also rejoices that God has received a very special soul to be with Him FOREVER! Cherish every memory you have of the joy "loaned" to you all from God and draw energy from them EVERY DAY going forward. Prayers for you "until you meet again!!"
11/14/2024
Teresa Milhorn
I am so sorry for your loss of your dad and papaw... praying for you and your family ❤️
Kelly,
I was saddened to learn about your husband Danny's passing. Kathleen said that you would appreciate prayer, and I am praying for you and your family. Your husband Danny sounds like a wonderful man. What a great testimony he had and has. God bless you and comfort you now, and in the days ahead. Sue Stern
11/13/2024
Marion & Karen Bailey
We will not be able to attend the service for Danny. Please know that we will there in spirit and prayers. Love you you all very much. God bless.
So sorry to hear about your loss, I remember playing football with Danny my freshman year at Crockett. Praying for you all.
I’m so sorry Kelly. I enjoyed very much getting to work with and know Danny. May God comfort you and your family with loving memories of a kind man.
11/13/2024
Jessica Carpenter
Danny you will be missed beyond words. You are one of the kindest, most patient people. You coached my middle son in baseball aLeah’s making him feel confident and worthy. You always went out of your way to say hello, and ask about the family… even long after you coached Blake. Some of the things I admire most about you is your service to Jesus and the love you have for your family. It was clear to me as soon as I met you, how much your family means to you. I will be praying for them during this time of transition.