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Margaret EDWARDS Obituary
She was born Nov. 23, 1948, in Hutchins, Texas, and had resided in Poquoson for the past 24 years. Margaret retired from Verizon and became the owner of Floral Fashions of Poquoson. She was known in the community around her as a caring and compassionate person, and will always be remembered by her family as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
Mrs. Edwards was preceded in death by her parents, Elsie Maude and Leburn Ottis Burns Sr.; and sisters, Barbara Reeves and Carol Burns Crouch.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 39 years, Bruce L. Edwards; two loving daughters, Amy C. Lockhart and husband, Rob F. III, and their son, Ben, all of Raleigh, N.C., and Emily K. Holloway and husband, Shannon W., and their children, Shannon and Kristopher, all of Poquoson; two brothers, Leburn Burns Jr. and wife, Vicki, and their children, Justin, Hannah, and Martha, all of St. Louis, Mo., and Robert Burns and wife, Cindy, and their children, Phillip and Lauren, all of Yorktown; brother-in-law, Robert Wayne Edwards and wife, Trudy of Helotes, Texas; and special companion, "Fiona."
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Saturday, at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson, and at other times at 7 Freemoor Drive, Poquoson. A celebration of Margaret's life service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home, by Pastor M. A. Truckenmiller of Breakthrough Worship Center. Interment will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park, Hampton.
Arrangements are by Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson. Online condolences to www.claytorrollins.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Margaret EDWARDS
Phillip Burns
December 15, 2010
Aunt Margaret was always there for my sister and I, whether it was a kind word or just lunch. I always knew I could stop by her shop to say hi and find a kind word and a great smile waiting for me. I'll miss you Aunt Margaret.
Ruth Ann Reece Horace
December 15, 2010
Though I have been away from the area for over 40 years, I have good memories of Margaret and Bruce from school . My prayers are with the family. May you find comfort in your hour of sorrow.
Ruth Ann Reece Horace
December 15, 2010
Though I have been away from the area for over 40 years, I have good memories of Margaret and Bruce from school . My prayers are with the family. May you find comfort in your hour of sorrow.
Christina Andrews
December 14, 2010
She worked with my aunt at verizon and I met her on facebook she was so nice and we use to send notes back and forth through facebook she was really nice and caring person she will be missed and I will see her or chat with her in the next life...love ya Margaret
December 14, 2010
So very Sorry to hear about your family's loss. I was out of town on vacation or i would have been at the service. We will all miss our classmate and pray for you and your family.Mary Markiewich Hux, Class of '67.
Roslyn Smith Zelenka
December 13, 2010
Dear Bruce,
Our deepest condolences go to you and your family. Margaret touched many lives, some a long time ago (NNHS) , but a person to remember even from far away
December 13, 2010
Classmate Bruce and Family: Our prayers are with you and may you enjoy the memories that 39 years brought. My best to you...Ron Timberlake NNHS 1967
December 13, 2010
Bruce and Family,
Bruce, we were so very sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cheryl & Willie Goodman
Linda, Jay & the Lane Family
December 13, 2010
Dearest Bruce and family,
It's very hard to say good bye to the young tall girl with all that beautiful long brown hair that walked past our home on Huntington Avenue on her way to 53rd Stret. She was the younger sister of my friend Barbara and the sister of Jay's friend Leburn. With a house full of cousins across the street, we were delighted to have so many new friends in the neighborhood as well as Noland Methodist Church. Life was so simple back then. All of us going to the same schools and enjoying life. Now, we are scattered in many different states but the bond of that early friendship never broken. Margaret has won another race, and beat us home. I'm sure she has been rejoined with loved ones and friends from long ago. Until we are joined together again, I pray the Love of our Lord Jesus Christ will surround you all during this time of sorrow. Bruce, please know we share your grief. We know you are special, because Margaret said so.
Linda Burton
December 13, 2010
Bruce and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you, Margaret and I went to school together and worked at Verizon for many years. She will be missed.
Jean Wolfe
December 13, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Diane Bigbie
December 13, 2010
Margaret was such a sweet and kind person, I will always remember our talks at Verizon. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, may she rest in peace
Flowers by Floral Fashions for my Wedding
Russ Bailey
December 12, 2010
Margaret was such a kind person. She conceived of a beautiful flower arrangement for my Grandmother that incorporated driftwood and a fishnet. I knew Margaret through her love for her pets. Her compassion and care for her pets as well as her family was always evident. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
December 12, 2010
My daughter had died the day before and when we went to the florist, Margaret was closing (Sat. 10/30/10. I asked her to come to the door and told her our need. She invited us in and she and my granddaughter(12) did the flowers for the casket spray. Later that evening I remembered we had not picked our an arrangement from us. She was so nice and even called back with a wonderful suggestion. We enjoyed visiting with her and getting to know her. I was shocked when I read her obiturary in the paper. I know she is in heaven with my daughter. She had such a sweet sweet spirit.
Brenda Hylton
Forever Young!
margaret lee
December 12, 2010
Bruce, I am so saddened to hear of Margaret's passing. She and I had rekindled our friendship over the years, via emails. He wonderful "bigger than life" personality always shone through with each note I received from her! She will always e forever young in my heart!
God bless you and your family. Margaret Kailos-Lee Clayton, NC
Diana Rondinelli
December 11, 2010
Bruce and family - just to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
December 11, 2010
I knew Mrs Edwards when our children were in high school, My sympathy
to all the family. Dave,Marie,and Darren Loomis
December 11, 2010
Bruce-You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish the many good memories you shared with Margaret.
God Bless
Ron & Debbie
Rahe Insley
December 10, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with Margaret's family. I will never forget her sweet tender loving spirit!! She was always such a blessing each and every time I went into the shop!! I pray that the Lord wraps his loving arms around her family.
Lori Dziechciarz
December 10, 2010
Sweet Margaret, I know you are in Heaven! I know 'your' family and including your Verizon family will miss you dearly. I will always remember the wonderful day that you gave Ron and I our precious 'Dutchess' .... when your Mom could no longer keep her, that beautiful dog gave us much joy! I know Bruce will share many wonderful memories with your grandchildren.....
You will be missed....until we meet again....
Much Love,
Sharon Adcock-Huskisson
December 10, 2010
I knew Margaret through our years at Newport News high School....I remember she was very sweet and friendly. She also worked with my sister, Pam McClelland at the phone company for years....my condolances to the family...I know she will be missed.
Toni Mercer
December 10, 2010
I worked at Verizon with Margaret for many years. With deep sympathy, I share your sorrow. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Brittany Ashworth
December 10, 2010
Margaret had the biggest heart of anyone I know...such a love for her pets, grandchildren, family, and the Lord. I have faith that she is smiling down on us and I thank her for the wonderful times we shared. I miss her greatly and pray for her family during this difficult time.
Brenda Linville
December 10, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Bobbie Hardison
December 10, 2010
I learned of Margaret's passing yesterday and was very saddened.
I only knew her through our conversations when ordering altar flowers for my church, 1st UCC of Hampton. What a dear lady. She will greatly missed.
Marie Dasovich
December 10, 2010
It will be sad to walk into the shop and not see Margaret in her chair at the counter. May her family and friends take comfort in memories.
December 10, 2010
We are very sorry to hear about Margaret. We will keep you all in our prayers. Brad and Rachel Chauvin.
Tim Jones
December 10, 2010
Bruce, Just wanted you know, you and your family are in my prayers. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding, in all your ways trust in him and he will guide your path straight.
Dave & Del Deibel
December 10, 2010
Bruce and Family,
We just learned of Margaret's passing.
We are so sorry to hear that and we will keep her and your family in our prayers.
Marsha Williams
December 10, 2010
I remember all the times that we talked at Verizon, venting about the company and discussing our medical issues. Rest in peace Margaret and God bless Bruce and the rest of the family.
Kay Freeman
December 10, 2010
Bruce,Emily,and Amy,
Margaret has been part of my life,from the first moment I met her at Verizon over 20 years. The most caring,giving,loving,and understanding friend you could ever have. I will miss her every day, our conversations about our grandchildren and our family.
Bruce,Emily,Amy, you will always be in my heart.,
Susan Duty
December 10, 2010
My your family find peace in the Lord. Margaret was always so helpful when I visited Floral Fashions, she will be greatly missed!
Susan and Elliott Duty
December 10, 2010
In Loving Memory of a wonderful person. I will miss not seeing her at the shop and talking with her about our four legged companions. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Debbie Dryden ( Poquoson Va.)
Laura Shearin
December 10, 2010
Our deepest condolences go out to Bruce and his entire family during this very difficult time. Your Submarine Fleet Support shipyard family has you in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Burns
December 10, 2010
Margaret was a wonderful sister-in-law! She always made me feel comfortable at family gatherings, especially those first few years. She adored my children as if they were her own. She loved me enough to trust me to care for Amy and Emily when they were young. What a privilege! Margaret always made sure I was included in the fun/important stuff of their lives. We spent many an hour on the phone discussing teachers, the experience to find just the right dress, curfews, and of course the lucky men that were dating her daughters. Bruce was always willing to provide family gatherings at his house or pitch in at our house. Margaret was the one who would decide when it was time to leave. Thanks, Bruce, for those hours of togetherness! I could always count on Margaret to drop everything and attend to an urgent need for me. She was like the line in the song that says she would drop everything, get in her car, and not ask what as in it me. My life was blessed because I married into this family. Margaret, Bruce, Amy, and Emily have made this family wonderful and special. I love each of you!
Messick Bapt. Eleanor Hubbard
December 10, 2010
Our prayers are with the family of Margaret. She helped our church for many Thanksgiving dinners in the past, as well as flower arraingements. She will be missed by many.
Cindy Burns
December 10, 2010
I will always see your light in Bruce, Amy, and Emily's eyes. Your grandchildren will carry you with them always in their hearts. Your spirit will always be with us! We love you!
Kristi Shaw
December 10, 2010
It will be hard to go to the shop and not see her in her chair, she was so caring and giving. She will truly be missed by all of us, nothing will be the same without her. We have good memories that she leaves us, to help comfort us and the family during this time.
John and Linda Vinacco
December 10, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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