Edward Buel

Lindsey

Edward Buel Lindsey, a towering guardian, pioneer, and dedicated servant, was born on July 3, 1941, in Toledo, Ohio. He was the youngest of six children born to Rev. Frank Lindsey and Florise Lowry Lindsey. After courageously protecting "the faith," his family, his country, his city, and his colleagues, Edward Lindsey peacefully passed away on the morning of December 7, 2024, answering God's call to his eternal home, where he will reside with his Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ.

Edward's education in the Toledo Public School System started at Roosevelt Elementary and moved on to Robinson Jr. High and Jesup W. Scott High Schools.

In June 1960, Ed joined the US Army, stationed in Berlin, Germany with the 6th Infantry Command. He excelled in basketball, earned several medals, and became an expert in weapons. He began his career with the Toledo Police Department in July 1969. In the mid-1970s, becoming the first African American in the Metropolitan Narcotics Unit. Ed retired in June 1988. In 1968,

Ed met Geraldine Reid, and on Valentine's Day in 1970, they exchanged vows at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church. Over the course of their 54-year union, they welcomed 2 children, Edward II -"Chip"- and Melody. The Lindseys also embraced a bonus daughter, June, and lovingly raised their granddaughter, Airielle. Ed's nomination and selection as the 2016 "Father of the Year" at First Church of God stands as one of his proudest moments.

Ed was truly passionate about sports, both as a participant and spectator. However, beyond his love for sports, his greatest joy came from spending time with his family. He took great delight in organizing memorable dinners with Geraldine, especially those on Thanksgiving. If Geraldine didn't cook it Ed was not going to eat it!

In 1974, at a revival with Evangelist Vera Boudreaux, Ed gave his life to the Lord. As a Deacon, at First Church of God, he formed strong bonds with Chuck Shavers, Isaiah Townsend, and Coleman Myers, serving communion until his health declined.

Ed's commanding bass voice, honed through church dramas, sparked his passion for acting. He became known as "the voice of God" for his roles in plays like "Corretta Scott King" and "Exposed". Ed was a man of few words, but, like E. F. Hutton, when he did speak, everyone listened. Out of his mouth flowed words of wisdom. All of his children, grandchildren, and those whose lives he touched were recipients of his depth of wisdom, and his thoughtful commentaries.

On the 9th of September, 2023, Ed experienced Cardiac Arrest. Thanks to the bravery of Xavier, his grandson, and the swift action of neighbor Shane Steinhardt, who performed CPR, Ed was granted an extra 15 months with us through the grace of God.

Edward was preceded in death by both parents, brothers Raymond and Harold Lindsey, sister Jean Lindsey-Rankins. Maple Price, his "granddog" passed Saturday evening, after Ed's passing.

Surviving to honor his memory are his wife, Geraldine; his children Edward, II, Melody Lindsey-Price (Emil), and June Ervin-Williams (Jimmie) of North Carolina; his Spiritual Mom Florie Huntley; his Sisters: Carol Perryman and Verdell Lawson; his nephew, who was like a brother, Harold Lindsey, Jr (Genese); his Brother-in-Law Percy Rankins (Rose); his Sisters-in-Law Ruby Bray, Delores Lindsey, and Nancy Lindsey; 15 Grandchildren: Brianka Ervin of Texas, Diamanique Hunter, Airielle, Roy, K'Yon, Keyon, Trinity, Moriah, Samaria, Summer, E'mauri, Eamon, and Edward, III, Lindsey, and Xavier and Morgann Price; 14 great-grandchildren; God-children: Sheridan Lindsey, Jonathan James, Deliyah Williams, and Kim Carrington-Rambus; Best friend and partner Dieshell Williams; and his barber of over 30 years, Wayne Wilson; nephews, nieces, and a multitude of relatives and friends.