Ada Jean Edwards
January 7, 1943 – March 23, 2023
Memorial Service
- Friday March 31, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
- St. John’s United Methodist Church 2019 Crawford @ Gray, Houston, TX 77002
A devoted mother of five and grandmother of 11.
A humanitarian who fought for the rights and empowerment of all people.
A Houston City Council member.
A respected spiritual leader and ordained minister.
A pillar in the community.
A highly demanded speaker.
A successful entrepreneur.
And so much more.
CONGRESSMAN SHEILA JACKSON LEE:
“We are all deeply saddened by the passing of a beloved community leader, our own former Councilmember Ada Edwards. Ada loved her constituents and her constituents loved her. As a Houston Councilmember, she enjoyed being a problem solver and took on problems with a fierceness and a belief that they would be resolved in favor of the many vulnerable people she represented. You never had to worry about seeing Councilmember Edwards in the neighborhoods as an elected official or simply as a community activist and leader. You could always count on her bright smile and you knew she had a desire to help whoever it was that was in need.
She was a friend and supporter of one of our great institutions, the Shape Community Center and she was one of the best at articulating the unique African ancestry of our African American neighborhoods. She was able to communicate that history to all Houstonians. Councilmember Edwards always believed that we could attain a just world where everyone was treated with dignity. As I stated earlier, she was loved by many, and it was a joy to see her in and out of her community. She fought for parks, more housing, and she was a very strong advocate for Houston’s children.
Let us resoundingly thank her for her life and legacy and give her the best tribute, which is to continue to help the most vulnerable wherever they are. I was personally enriched by her life! My deepest sympathy to her children and her many wonderful grandchildren. May she rest in peace and rest mightily in power.”
CONGRESSMAN AL GREEN:
“Today the City of Houston lost a friend, a community leader, and a hero when Councilwoman Ada Edwards passed away. She served the city as councilwoman to District D for 6 years, finding solutions when others said there were none, preserving the character and history of our city, and fighting tirelessly for those in need. We shall miss her greatly.”
MAYOR SYLVESTER TURNER:
“Former Houston City Council Member Ada Edwards never forgot where she came from or who she represented. During her time as the District D Council Member, she worked to find solutions without compromising her beliefs and was steadfast in fighting to improve the lives of all Houstonians. She advocated for affordable housing, social justice and community empowerment. She cared deeply about people living in historically under resourced and underserved communities.
Even after she left elected office because of term limits, Edwards remained active and dedicated her time to connecting people to education and employment opportunities, mentoring youth and working with nonprofit organizations.
Houston is a stronger city today because of Ada Edwards’ tireless advocacy and dedication to public service throughout the years. May Ada Edwards Rest In Power.”
MAYOR ANNISE PARKER:
“Ada Edwards was a woman of fierce conviction and firm integrity. She didn’t seek the limelight, but she wasn’t afraid of it. She was a social Justice warrior but a loving and compassionate woman. She didn’t have to raise her voice, because when she rose to speak you knew you had to listen. I’m honored to have known and served with her.”
MAYOR SYLVESTER TURNER:
“Former Houston City Council Member Ada Edwards never forgot where she came from or who she represented. During her time as the District D Council Member, she worked to find solutions without compromising her beliefs and was steadfast in fighting to improve the lives of all Houstonians. She advocated for affordable housing, social justice and community empowerment. She cared deeply about people living in historically under resourced and underserved communities.
Even after she left elected office because of term limits, Edwards remained active and dedicated her time to connecting people to education and employment opportunities, mentoring youth and working with nonprofit organizations.
Houston is a stronger city today because of Ada Edwards’ tireless advocacy and dedication to public service throughout the years. May Ada Edwards Rest In Power.”
MAYOR BILL WHITE:
“Ada was such a unique soul: She was an idealist who valued results more than words or publicity. She was my full partner in City government for 6 years and my family loved her as we would a special, never boring, inspirational aunt.”
COMMISSIONER RODNEY ELLIS:
“Ada Edwards was a force of light. Driven by a radical love of justice and an unwavering faith in the power of the people, she was a fierce and fearless servant leader who changed Houston for the better. She lit a path for us to follow in pursuit of a better, more just world for all. She was Houston’s Ella Baker, an African-American civil rights and human rights activist.”
DR. RUDY RASMUS & PASTOR JUANITA RASMUS:
“Our city is shaken by the loss of my dear friend and social justice advocate Ada Edwards. We are grateful to have been able to carry on her legacy and valued work when the Center for Hope was named Ada J. Edwards in her honor. She was a political force of nature and a voice for the least, last, and left out . She will be deeply missed.”
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@ada_lluch John Edwards, a former Democratic VP candidate was indicted for the same thing. The GOP are the fascists. The right-wings are the ones banning books and trying to decide what can be taught. You’re wrong in nearly every one of your points. Congrats.
@LuluFune @bertho370 @ElonDefender @ada_lluch @JohnDoughReally You’re being played by trump. Clinton paid flowers through a court case, which is perfectly legal. Edwards went to trial and was acquitted. Hillary hasn’t done anything illegal. Hunter laptop has nothing to do with president and getting a job on your family name isn’t illegal.
@bertho370 @ElonDefender @ada_lluch @JohnDoughReally How much did Clinton pay off Jones, Flowers? John Edwards, did he pay? I’m not sure how much they paid whores to shut up, but they didn’t get indicted. Hillary probably knows, she’s a pro at this. This is a “Look here, Not There” There being BidenLaptop. Bragg, Joes Lackey.
@ada_lluch @Genxer1971 @lavern_spicer You’re kinda clueless about what actually goes on in the US.. https://www.businessinsider.com/john-edwards-last-presidential-candidate-charged-with-campaign-finance-violations-2023-3?amp