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Clarence Edwards Obituary
He retired after 40 years of Civil Service from Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point N.C. Clarence was a member of the First Baptist Church in Havelock. He was also a member of Twin Rivers Corvette Club and played in the Tidewater Seniors Golf Association.
He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence M. Edwards Sr. and Myrtle Godwin Edwards.
He is survived by his wife Sharon Edwards of Carolina Pines; brother Keith Edwards of Havelock, N.C.; two uncles, Carly Edwards of Asheboro, N.C., and Leamon Godwin of Dunn N.C., and numerous cousins.
Services will be held Tuesday July 5, 2011, at Cotten Funeral Home Chapel at 11 a.m., and will be conducted by Rev. Dr. Don Hadley. Interment will follow at Spring Branch Baptist Church Cemetery, Dunn, N.C. at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 5, 2011.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund at 111 Hollywood Blvd., Havelock, NC 28532.
Condolences may be sent to the Edwards family at cottenfuneralhome.com.
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Mary Virginia Horne
July 10, 2011
Beth, I just got the news about Clarence. He was a great guy and I treasure our memories at Carolina Pines. He was such a good friend to me when I was going through an awful time in my life. I wish I could have been there for him and for you now. He was loved and respected by so many. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sandra Butts
July 9, 2011
Beth, I am so sorry to hear about Clarence. I got to know him better at work. You are in my prayers. I treasure the times I got to see and talk with both of you. God bless and keep you and comfort you in your loss,
Sandy Finch Butts
Patti & Glenn Lupton
July 8, 2011
Beth, Glenn & I are so sorry to hear about Ed, we have just learned of his passing. Glenn has such fond memories of working with Ed at the Point and we pray your memories will give comfort during your time of loss. In our thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn Jernigan
July 5, 2011
Beth, I know that you are are going to miss Clarence Jr, but he is in a better place and he is in no pain now and I have some good memories of him and i can rember hime about a little over a month you both came down and we had lunch at Cracker Barell and had a good visit and he was looking good. Will keep you in my prayers. Carolyn Jernigan ( Dunn, N.C.)
Bryan Scoggins
July 5, 2011
Beth, many people are sharing your loss. I knew Clarence most of my life. He was one of the most kind and gentle men that I have had the pleasure of knowing. He is in a place now with no pain, just good memories.
Wanda Eubanks
July 4, 2011
Beth, seeing you and Clarence always brought a smile to my face. I loved him like a big brother; he was my mentor at work; I learned from his calm professional demeanor. I hope the life you shared will bring you many happy memories as you process your grief. He loved his Beth. Wanda and Debbie
Opal Kathryn Colville
July 4, 2011
Beth, may you find peace amid your grief and take solace in knowing what a loving, caring person you had in Clarence. I have many fond memories of our times at Grandpa Godwin's along with the Godwin-Williford reunions.
John Kelley
July 4, 2011
Clarence was a wonderful man and cousin. He left me with many parting gifts that I call memories. I shall cherish them greatly.
tina sandlin
July 4, 2011
BETH--Louis,Jerry and I want to offer you our deepest sympathy and our continued prayers. All of us who knew Clarence loved him and will miss him. God bless you and know that we will all be together again someday. Louis, Tina, and Jerry Sandlin
July 4, 2011
Clarence and Beth..From your old neighbors... Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Barb and Dennis Faust, Greenville,NC
Dorothy Birdsall
July 3, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Rick Holloway
July 3, 2011
Only knew you for a short time Clarence from Carolina Pines CC but in that short time I can honestly say I've been cheated of the company of a fine man.
Lauri Ford
July 3, 2011
Clarence & Beth - To know you IS to love you. My heart and prayers are with you, Beth. Forever Friends.
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