Roll Call Tribute

Mark Lee Edwards 

June 27, 1945 - May 12, 2024 

Mark Lee Edwards, born June 27, 1945. Eldest son of Hank and Martha Edwards. Brother to Mike Edwards, all deceased.

Our beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather-"Big Daddy," friend, fellow human being, transitioned from this world on May 12, 2024, after an incredibly brave fight with Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia and amyloidosis which ravished his kidneys. In his final days, Mark was surrounded by his loving family in his home. We are hopeful he was greeted by his parents, Martha and Hank, and brother, Michael, whom he missed terribly, 

He is survived by four wonderful children- Patrick, Jason, Rachel and Clark who are following their passions and making a difference in the world; grandfather to Leo and Apollo. Married to Kathleen Morgan Edwards, the love of his life. 

Mark is deeply missed by many and will always be remembered for his giving heart, indomitable spirit and energy, never ending passion and zest for life, witty sense of humor, love of water, nature and anything "fishy," his wisdom, his incredible intelligence, and most importantly, his love of his family and friends. And yes, his love of flight and flying airplanes. Whether full scale or remote controlled, Mark was born to be "in the clouds."

Mark holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Human Factors Engineering from Texas A&M University and worked in the field for over 50 years solving issues of human safety and mobility. Mark learned very early in life that he was passionate about making this world a better place than when he entered it. That passion manifested itself in a life long pursuit to improve the safety of motor vehicle travel. Mark's career efforts literally saved tens of thousands of lives. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Society of Automotive Engineers and the National Academy of Sciences have all recognized his contributions to his field.

A Celebration of Mark's life will be held for his family at Surreybrooke Gardens in Middletown, MD, a place of peace and great beauty for Mark and Kathy.