Edward Mac Gafford, Sr.
December 22, 1939 ~ April 26, 2018
Edward M. Gafford Sr., age 78, peacefully left this mortal coil on Thursday, April 26, 2018, at San Antonio Military Medical Center in Fort Sam. Born on December 22, 1939 in Uvalde, Texas as the youngest child of Lois Howard and Myrick Gafford Sr.
He attended St. Philip’s College then served 3 eras of the Vietnam War as part of the first ever 44th Medical Brigade. He went on to work for the city of Dallas, then later an owner-operator in Oakland, CA. Before retirement he spent much of his time as an independent courier, church usher, and mentor to youths.
He went by many nicknames, such as “Mack, Papa Ed, Mcgee, and Pops.” Ed liked to share stories, life lessons, and converse about politics. He enjoyed the simple things in life, like a spicy plate of spaghetti, smooth jazz, having guests over, or detailing his new whip. When life got hard, Ed stuck it out. When things looked dire, he always looked at the brighter side and remained calm and understanding. He brought joy and laughter to everyone he had the pleasure of speaking with. Such a great man will never be forgotten, for he will always be in our hearts and our memories. We won’t say goodbye, but instead “See you later.”
He is preceded in death by his parents Lois Howard and Myrick M. Gafford Sr. He is survived by his brother, Myrick Jr “Son” (Charlene) Gafford; sister, Kitsye “Mit” (Maceo) Johns; daughter, Stacy Gafford; son, Levi (Monica) Gafford; daughter, Angela (Tony) Nabors; son, Edward Jr. (Amber) Gafford; son, Tracy (Le'Tanya) Mitchell; and daughter, Kimberly Taylor.
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Memorial Service: May 5, 2018 11:00 am - August 26, 2025 2:34 pm
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My deepest sympathy to the family. Losing a loved one brings a sadness that can be unbearable. May you find comfort in the hope of God’s promise as stated at John 5:28,29 “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out. 1 Corinthians 15:26 tells us “And the last enemy, death, is to be brought to nothing.” Our creator views death as an enemy and will soon do away with death altogether.