James Preston Edwards

Evans Funeral Home announces the death of Mr. James Preston Edwards, age 88, of Jefferson, who passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2010. Mr. Edwards, born April 23, 1922 in Talmo, Georgia, was a son of the late, Sam and Della Church Edwards. He was a self employed carpenter, farmer, and trout fisherman; and was a member of Oconee Baptist Church. Mr. Edwards was an Army Veteran of World War II; serving in North Africa, Italy, and France. He was preceded in death by his brothers, William, Robert, Dennis, and Edgar Edwards. Sister, Willa Mae Wykel.

Survivors include his wife, Lois Bonita Wright Edwards of Jefferson. Daughter, Gail Edwards Weeks and her husband Lamar of Jefferson. Grandson, Justin Weeks and his wife Virginia of Jefferson. Great-grandchildren, Annie Weeks and James Weeks. Brother, Doug Edwards and his wife Sandy of Spartanburg, South Carolina.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, July 30, 2010 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Evans Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Carlan officiating. Interment will follow in Jackson Memorial Park, Commerce. Serving as pallbearers will be Dustin Waldrop, Mark Edwards, Eddie Fleeman, Jeff Edwards, Billy Edwards, and Rob Edwards.

The family will receive friends on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson. 706-367-5467.

Online condolences at www.evansfuneralhomeinc.com