Mark A. Edwards

Mark A. Edwards passed away on March 12, 2021 in Santa Rosa at the age of 61 years.  Beloved parent with Sue Perkins to Candace Skikos-Harker (Andrew Skikos), Zachary Mark Edwards (Emma), and the late Christopher Gerald Edwards.  Adored grandfather of Jay and Ava Harker; and Aiden, Austin, and Addison Skikos.  Devoted son of Carol Edwards and the late Robert Edwards.  Cherished brother of Robert Edwards, Craig Edwards, Nancy Tidwell and Carrie Sherrill.  Survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Mark has called Petaluma home for many years.  He taught art at various Petaluma and Marin school districts while also teaching at the Petaluma Art Center.  In his spare time, he loved going to the beach and spending time with his grandchildren.  He was a wonderful and kind man and will be greatly missed.

Friends and family are invited to attend the Funeral Service, Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 1:00 pm at the PARENT-SORENSEN MORTUARY & CREMATORY, 850 Keokuk St., Petaluma.  COVID-19 and social distancing to be observed.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the Petaluma Art Center are appreciated.  Private Interment.

“He has, does, and will always influence everything I draw and paint.”-Dylan Robinson

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