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Robert ‘Bob’ Howard Edwards – Plumas Information

Robert (Bob) Howard Edwards, a longtime member of the Quincy community, passed away on May 16, 2023. He was born on July 2, 1937 in San Francisco, California. In 1946, Bob and his parents, Von and Connie Edwards, moved to Quincy. Bob has touched the lives of many with his kind-hearted manner, unwavering dedication and zest for life.

From a young age, Bob demonstrated an insatiable curiosity and an innate interest in the outdoors. He attended Quincy High School where he excelled both academically and athletically (soccer) and demonstrated his natural leadership qualities. Bob’s love of learning continued as he pursued higher education at Chico State, where he earned a business degree, played football, served as a fraternity officer, was a member of the Lambda Pi fraternity, and met his wife, Mary. This knowledge would serve as the basis for his successful career as owner of Plumas General Insurance Agency and partner of Murray and Edwards Insurance – serving 43 years in Plumas and Lassen Counties.

A devoted family man, Bob valued his role as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He married the love of his life, Mary Humphreys, and together they built a beautiful life of love, joy, travel and treasured memories over the next 64 years. Their children Sharon, Joanne and Bill (Christina) were the pride and joy of his life and it brought him great joy to support their dreams and achievements. His grandchildren loved their papa very much (Eric, Erin, Austin, Owen, Tyler, Melanie and his two great granddaughters Riley and Everleigh).

Outside of his professional pursuits, Bob had a passion for the outdoors. He found solace and inspiration in the natural beauty of Northern California and beyond. Bob was an avid fisherman and his love of the great outdoors led him on countless jeep adventures in his beloved bright red Willy’s Jeep. Whether he was exploring, camping, or casting a line into a quiet mountain stream or lake, Bob enjoyed being in the great outdoors.

Throughout his life, Bob has been an active member of the Quincy community, giving his time and talent to various organizations and causes. He demonstrated leadership for over 50 years at Plumas Historic Masonic Lodge, Ben Ali Shrine, Plumas County Chamber of Commerce, Plumas County Museum Board of Trustees and the Quincy Rotary Club. While serving on the board of directors of the Feather River College Foundation, he served as chairman of the Student Housing Business Management Committee and the Quincy Racquet Ball Club. He has also served on the Plumas Health Care Foundation of the Plumas District Hospital Board and on the California State Board of Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of California. He has always been involved in community activities, such as refereeing, timekeeping at QHS and FRC football games, and the National Ski Patrol. He served Rotary International selflessly and was deeply committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. Not only was Bob a perfect 62-year Rotary fellow, he was a sustaining member of the Paul Harris Rotary Foundation and led the Northern CalVada Rotary District 519 youth exchange program, which made a lasting impression on over 2,000 exchange students for more than 30 years. Many of these former students still refer to Bob as “dad” and have stayed in touch with him. Bob’s genuine compassion, warm smile, and helpfulness left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Bob Edwards will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his family, friends and all who had the pleasure of meeting him and enjoying his “big smile” and caring heart. His legacy of kindness, integrity, generosity and resilience will continue to inspire generations to come.

Bob’s Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, June 15, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Quincy Junction Barn, 1843 Quincy Junction Road, Quincy, CA. At 2:00 p.m., there will be a toast in Bob’s honor

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to the Quincy Rotary Club, 2056 E. Main St. Quincy, CA 95971 or the Plumas Health Care Foundation of Plumas District Hospital 1065 Bucks Lake Road, Quincy, CA 95971 or the Plumas County Museum Association. 500 Jackson Street, Quincy, CA 95971 … in memory of Bob Edwards.

May his soul rest in everlasting peace.

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