Clarence Herman Edmondson

On Tuesday, October 10, 2023, Clarence Herman Edmondson, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away at age 85 quietly at his home surrounded by his family members to join his loving wife Mary Leslie who passed earlier this year. Clarence was born on November 20, 1937, in Eldersburg, Maryland to Charles Raymond Edmondson and Nellie Mamie Ruch. Clarence’s is survived by his loving sons Chad R. Edmondson and wife Melanie of Ellicott City, MD, and Kevin C. Edmondson and wife Karen of Sherrils Ford, NC, and their four beloved grandchildren. The two met at a high school dance, were married shortly thereafter in April 1958, and have shared 65 wonderful years. When they began their life journey together, Clarence worked for Baltimore Gas & Electric Company, where he continued for 25 years. Clarence attended University of Baltimore where he graduated with a degree in business in 1971. After retirement from BGE, Clarence opened Normandy Liquors which he owned and managed for the next 20 years. He was a 60- Year member of the Freedom Lodge, #112 A.F. & A.M. He was also a member and manager of Turf Valley Golf Course. He continued to enjoy the Tuesday Men’s League at Rattlewood Golf Course in Mt. Airy through this fall. The role he treasured most was as grandfather to their blessed grandchildren: Brandi; Jake; Bret; Sam; and the newest, grandchild of the heart, Sam's wife Sally Edmondson. His most recent joy was hearing that he would soon become a great-grandfather. He treasured spending time with them each day whether it was on the beach in Ocean City or at a local Howard County sporting venue. He and Mary were life-time members of St. James United Methodist Church where he served in several Chair positions within the organization. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to please consider a memorial gift to St. James United Methodist, 12470 Old Frederick Road, Marriottsville, MD 21104. A viewing will be held on Monday, October 16, 2023, from 10am to 12pm at Haight Funeral Home and Chapel, 6416 Sykesville Rd, Eldersburg, MD 21784. A celebration service will be held on Monday, October 16th at 1pm at St. James United Methodist Church, 12470 Old Frederick Rd. Marriottsville, MD 21104. A private family burial will follow the service. Online condolences may be offered at www.haightfuneralhome.com

Clarence Herman Edmondson

November 20, 1937 - October 10, 2023