Creager, Edward B.
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Edward Byers Creager of Plano, Texas entered heaven’s gates late January 4, 2014 from complications of Parkinson’s Disease and Lupus. He was born August 29, 1941 in Houston to parents Gail and E. B. Creager. Ed grew up in Corpus Christi, graduating from W.B Ray High School in 1959. Ed attended undergrad and law school at the University of Texas at Austin. His aptitude and discipline yielded him a Bachelor of Business Administration (1963) and Doctor of Jurisprudence (1965). He passed both the State Board of Law (1965) and the Texas State Board of Public Accounting (1968). Ed married Sandra K. Bridwell on August 31, 1962 in Austin. They were blessed with a precious family and dear friends in each of the cities they called home, including Austin, Houston, Richardson, and Plano. Ed was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He faithfully served as deacon and on several committees at Parkway Hills Baptist Church. He also served on board of the North Dallas-Park Cities chapter of Kiwanis International. He was an avid jogger until his health impeded him later in life. Although Ed may be described as a quiet man, his actions spoke “love” loudly to all who knew him. Professionally, Ed took his first accounting job with Arthur Anderson in Houston. In the early 1970s he moved his family to the Dallas area to take on the role as tax manager for Alford Meroney & Co, where soon he became a partner in the firm. He completed his professional career as a tax partner with TravisWolff. Ed was a respected advisor and mentor to many. Ed is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sandra Bridwell Creager; son, Dr. Greg Creager and wife Yolanda; daughter, Becky Gaharan; three granddaughters, Olivia Creager, Lauren Gaharan, and Rachel Gaharan; three younger sisters JoBeth (Manfred) Walter, Linda (Edd) Price, and Cathy McDonald; and four nieces, one nephew, and their families. The family would like to thank all their precious friends that have supported them and especially Ed during his battle with Parkinson’s, including the “neighborhood” gang, Parkway Hills Baptist Church family, and Ed’s long time friend and accounting partner, Grady Rountree. Ed’s Celebration of Life service will be Friday, January 10th at 11am officiated by Pastor Sam Dennis at Parkway Hills Baptist Church, 2700 Dallas Parkway, Plano 75093. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Parkway Hills Baptist Church Building Fund. Arrangements are under the direction of ARIA Cremation Service and Funeral Home 19310 Preston Road Dallas, Texas 75252 214-306-6700
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Ed was a wonderful neighbor. I will miss him.
Sandra please know that you and your family are all in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Ed was a very special person and I know you have very special memories that will help you get you through this period of time. And you have your friends in the village and church to lean on. See you soon.
Remember well the day we all moved in on Edgewood in Richardson and the precious memories of our kids growing up together…..thanks for the memories
I am so sorry for your loss. I am sorry that I can’t be there in this time of loss. I will pray for your families during this time of grief..I love you guys!!!
Sandy, You have our Prayers for you and your family. Ed was a friend and we know he is in a better place.
Love, Nila and Carl
So Sorry to hear about Ed. He was an extremely contientious and meticulous counsulor upon whom you could always trust would have the right answer. Always enjoyed talking with him. Deepest sympathy to his family for your tremendous loss.
Sandra,
Ed was a special person to many people. he was my mentor as an usher at Parkway Hills and someone I always admired. He will be missed by all.
Our thoughts are with you today Sandra and family. Ed was a wonderful outstanding man of which you will always be proud. Love and prayers. Kay and Dwayne
Mrs. Creager, Becky, Greg and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Mr. Creager as a very kind man and loving father. Please know you’re in my prayers. With deepest sympathy, Keri James
Sandra, we share you sadness at this time. We knew Ed as a helpful, witty and caring man. We are glad to have known him. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra, my dear sweet friend of old…I want to give you and your Becky & Gregg & families all a big hug for I love you all dearly. Bill & I both know that there will be a hole in your hearts where your Ed held a most special place & in ours, as well. Ed was a quiet, gentleman’s gentleman, trustworthy, loyal, and he fiercely loved his family. Your years in Bellaire West in Houston were way too short but established a friendship that has stood the test of time & distance. Praise God for the life of Ed B. Creager.
Our love, Barb & Bill
Sandra, we love you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you tonight.
Prayers from your Tennessee family for Sandra, Becky, Greg and Ed’s sisters. There was not a finer person with more class anywhere than Ed Creager. He made everyone around him better and he was truly a gifted person. It was always a special time when Ed, Sandra and their family visited us.
Praying for you all to feel God’s comfort during this time.
I am so glad that Mother and I were able to see Ed one last time at the family reunion in Kingsport. I know that his passing will leave a terrible void in your lives. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandra, Greg, Becky and Ed’s sisters. We are so sad to hear of Ed’s passing. He was a wonderful, caring person. Always willing to help and listen. Special memories of our time with your family in Richardson. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. May God bless you and comfort you.
Love, John and Dixie
Sandra, We send our love to you and your entire family. Our prayers are with you for peace during this time of separation. Your church family is here to support you.Ed was a very kind man.
Sandra I was so blessed the day Edward and yourself entered my life. Edward touched so many lives and was such a kind and loving man. God has received a true angel that will missed dearly here on earth. God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandra and Becky, we know the hurt of losing a loved one. But it is so rewarding to know that death has been defeated. That Ed lives in a place that we can once hope to be a part of some day.
Sandra,Becky and family – Praying for strength & comfort today and in the days and months to come. I know he was a wonderful man and loved by so many just as you are as well. Love and Hugs, Leslie