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Life’s Journey

WILLIAM EDISON JR. was a quiet and calm gentleman. He never said a negative word about someone. He accentuated the positive things in life. He was born on June 24, 1931, in Third Ward, Houston, Texas from the union of his parents Irene Battle Frazier and William Edison Sr., who have preceded him in death. William Edison Jr. retired from KTRK Channel 13 after 39 years of service as Projection/Video Engineer.

William Edison Jr. was a proud graduate of Jack Yates High School in Houston, Texas. He also completed classes at Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas. He enjoyed building projects, dining out, reading, and listening to music.

William Edison Jr. was married to Mazeola Clovis Edison, who preceded him in death. The story of how they met is a delight to share. William would see Mazeola at a local club in Houston, Texas. He was captivated by her beauty and charm. William sought his opportunity to speak to Mazeola at a family event and the rest is history. They were married in 1961 until her passing in 1997. From their union two children were born, Diane L. Edison and William Edison,III, who was still born.

William Edison Jr. found companionship with his girlfriend, Laverne Hubbard. They would travel together over the years. Laverne is a special woman with a kind and beautiful heart. His son, Herman Hubbard, preceded him in death.

William Edison Jr. leaves to celebrate his life, his daughter, Diane L. Edison of Houston, Texas, his girlfriend, Laverne Hubbard of Houston, Texas, daughter, Debra Hubbard of Houston, Texas, along with a host of dear relatives and friends.