Edward Jay Garcia

St. George, UT – Edward Jay Garcia “Seaweed” passed away in his home surrounded by loved ones on April 17, 2023. He was born August 1957, in Salt Lake City, UT to Edith V. Simpson and Edward “Sonny” Garcia. Ed married Tina Maestas Garcia in St. George, UT on December 4, 2022. Ed attended Granite High in Salt Lake City, UT, and had many close friends from his early years. Ed was a wonderful, devoted father and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He had a personality that brought people together and a smile that would light up the room. Ed was an excellent judge of character and built strong, lasting, and valuable relationships with those he trusted. Although he was very stubborn and opinionated, Ed was a genuine spirit, and those who got to know him were drawn to his energy and the smile in his eyes. Children loved his presence and would always want to spend time with him. Music was a big part of Ed’s life; he enjoyed seeing live shows. He attended hundreds of concerts, his first being at age nine. He truly connected with rock and roll, classic rock and country. When an old-time favorite came on the radio, Ed would turn up the volume, roll down the window and let his long hair blow in the wind. Ed loved dancing and spending time at the casinos. He was fortunate and took home many winnings from Wendover and Mesquite. Ed hit a major jackpot and found Tina, the love of his life. They had an instant connection and have experienced a love unlike any other. Ed lived life to the fullest and loved to laugh, celebrate life, visit with family, and travel. Ed spent substantial time outdoors hunting, fishing and connecting with the wilderness. He spent many days, weeks and months in the Uintah Mountains enjoying nature, surveying the land, tracking wild game and providing food for his family. If you were looking for a bargain, you could always find a good deal at one of Ed’s many yard sales. He was an impressive acquisitionist; some may say “hoarder” and a collector of many things. Ed spent a lifetime salvaging, thrifting, and refurbishing items to resell later or use. Ed is survived by spouse, Tina Maestas Garcia; children – grandchildren, Nicholas Garcia (Lisa) – Taylor, Khristian, Jayda, Kasey, Josie, Kloie of St. George, UT, April O’Shields (Trent) – Tegan, Blake of Denver, CO, Wendy Gibson (Max) – Alta of Sandy, UT, Trevor Eaton (Megan) – and children of St. George, UT, Adam Eaton (Sheena) – Ellie, Paisley, Corbin, Tristan, Beckett of St. George, UT, Ryan Eaton (Chelsey) – Sophie, Scarlett, Audrey, Maverick of Syracuse, UT; and sister Betty Lynn Burton. Ed was proceeded in death by his Mother Edith V. Simpson, brother George E. Morris and stepbrother Lenny Pace. The family would like to thank Zion’s Way for their kind and passionate care, especially his nurse Michelle and therapist Channing. Memorial will be held on Saturday, April 29 at 11:00 AM MT at Serenity Funeral Home 1316 S. 400 E. St. George, UT 84790. A later graveside service will be held in Salt Lake City, UT at Redwood Memorial Gardens followed by a celebration of life (date and time to be determined). Family and friends are invited to share tributes online at www.SerenityStG.com.

Edward Jay Garcia

August 7, 1957 - April 17, 2023