Andrew James

Edwards

Andrew James Edwards was born on January 31, 1981, in Nuernberg, Germany as Matthew Schneider. He was adopted and lived the majority of his life in the state of Michigan. He passed away in his home in Allegan, MI on November 5, 2026. He was 45 years old.

Andrew is survived by his wife, Kendra (DeMond) Edwards; two sons, Andrik and Desmond Edwards; brother-in-law, Corey DeMond; his mother, Connie (Crawford) Edwards; sister, Stacey (Edwards) Weist; brother-in-law, Joe Weist; sister, Jamie (Edwards) Fletcher; his biological mother, Sue (Schneider) Ashoka and her husband Donaya Ashoka; sister, Selah Ashoka; and brother, Donaya E. Ashoka, Jr; and many other close, beloved family and friends.

Andrew loved driving around and looking out at lakes for relaxation. He loved fishing and playing games with family and friends. He was always a listening ear and cared deeply for his family and friends. Andrew just simply wanted everyone to be happy.

A celebration of Andrew’s life is planned for Sunday, January 31, 2027, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the community room of Thornapple Valley Church, 2750 M-43, Hastings, MI 49058.