Elouise P. Edwards

Elouise Patricia (Neill) Edwards was born on July 13, 1937, in Salina, Kansas, to the parents of Harvey and Alice (Vandruff) Neill. Elouise enjoyed the outdoors while fishing, camping, and later in life, became an avid golfer. She was able to attend a golf tournament to watch Tiger Woods play. Her interests also included playing bridge, spending the winters in Texas, and socializing with her friends.

Elouise married Jack Edwards on November 8, 1968, in Pampa, Texas. They settled in McPherson, Kansas where she lived for 53 years until moving into Pine Village in Moundridge Kansas. Her marriage with Jack included her four children; Pamela, Angelina, Lynette, and Jeff. The youngest was to lose his life in a tragic car accident, which deeply affected the entire family. Jeff had accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, which made saying goodbye to Jeff a little easier.

In addition to her outdoor activities, Elouise’s years in McPherson were filled with raising a family, spending time with friends, and was joint owner of Edwards Backhoe Service and Edwards Oil Properties. Elouise was a very important part of making those businesses successful.

She also had a knack for interior decorating, which was very evident in all her homes. In her life, she was always willing to help people with their decorating questions or needs. Her ability to look at decorating issues and see multiple solutions was a great attribute.

In her younger days, Elouise sang hymns for church services and weddings. Now, all the hymns she sang as a vocalist, have become a reality to her. There must have been a great rejoicing when Jeff, Jack, and Elouise met in heaven.

Elouise passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Pine Village, Moundridge, at the age of 88.

Survivors include: three daughters, Pamela Wilson (Roy) of Fulton, IL, Angelina Bonham (Vernon) of McPherson, KS, and Lynette Reagan of McPherson, KS; a brother, Tom Neill (Phyllis) of Wichita, KS; and a sister, Joyce Tauscher of Hays, KS; seven grandchildren, Andrew Bonham, Amanda Wilson, Rachel (Bonham) Anderson, Jeff Wilson, Nathan Reagan, Emily (Reagan) Speirs, and Josh Wilson; 14 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jack Edwards; a son, Jeffery Holtzclaw; and one brother, Lorne Neill.

A private family graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the McPherson Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be given to the Cat House or McPherson Animal Shelter in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Elouise's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Pine Village and Good Shepherd Hospice, for their loving care and support.