Edward "Red" Topaum Jr, 71, was born on December 24, 1950, in Lawton, OK to Edward Topaum Sr, and Mary Elizabeth Starr. He grew up in Carnegie, OK and moved to Oklahoma City, OK. Edward later choose Tulsa to make his home.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and listening to classic rock. He was a strong presence in all of our daily lives and taught us many valuable lessons. Edward was also a proud member of the United States Army.
Our father had a heart of gold and loved everyone he met. He was blessed with the gift of being able to talk about anything. He will be truly missed by all.
Preceded in death by: Rudolph Starr; Alfred "Sada" Topaum; Martin Leon Topaum; Charles "Ricky" O'neil; Emma Topaum Chasenah.
Survivors include his:
Children: Crystal Garcia & husband, Jose
Kevin Ross
Amy Leclair
Grandchildren: Cecilia Ann Garcia & fiance, Jay Hernandez
Esmeralda Shay & husband, Zion
Isabella Garcia & fiance, Deon Townsell
Edward and Henry Garcia
Great Grandchildren: Rylie Guevara and Daizy Mae Shay
Brother: Andrew Curtis Topaum
Numerous other family members and friends.
Wake: 6:00 pm � 8:00 pm, Saturday, February 5, 2022
Ray and Martha's Funeral Home Chapel, Carnegie OK
Funeral: 1:00 pm, Sunday, February 6, 2022
Botone Memorial United Methodist Church, Carnegie, OK
Graveside: Following funeral, Sunday, February 6, 2022
Worley Cemetery, Midwest City, OK
Visitation: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, Friday, February 4, 2022
1:00 am - 6:00 pm, Saturday, February 5, 2022
Ray and Martha's Funeral Home, Carnegie, OK
Under the direction of Ray and Martha's Funeral Home, Carnegie, OK