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James D. Edwards Jr.

Tallahassee, Florida

1943 - 2023

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James D. (Jim) Edwards, Jr. November 4, 1943 - July 15, 2023 Tallahassee, Florida - James D. (Jim) Edwards, Jr., former top executive with Arthur Andersen & Co. and influential Atlanta civic leader, died July 15, 2023, in Tallahassee, Florida. He was 79. A loving husband and father, Jim is...

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Mr. Edwards was the son of Professor of Accounting at the University of Georgia in the 1970´s. Dr. Edwards was instrumental in establishing UGA´s School of Accountancy.

Sharon and Jim's family, I had the pleasure of working with Jim while we were partners at Arthur Andersen & Co. He was a true leader and an inspiration to many of us at Andersen. Ed and Nancy Bader

May God be with Jims Family as they grieve his passing--remembering our special times as partners in the best firm ever--Dean Christensen

May God be with the Edwards family during this time of deep sorrow.

Jim was one of the most impressive men I met. He was an accomplished professional in every sense of the word. He put 100% of his effort into Arthur Andersen and his commitment to the firm and its clients knew no bounds. His integrity was visible in everything he touched. He will be missed by all his friends.

Sending love and prayers! James and Mary Michael McLaney

Sharon and David, the BJU Alumni family is praying for you and for all the family. We are proud of all Jim´s accomplishments. What a remarkable man. One of the highlights in my alumni relations role was to get to know Jim and learn his career story. I welcomed Jim´s calls and encouragement. Jim and Sharon were hospitable when I would stop by for visits. He would always ask about my mom who he knew from growing up as neighbors on campus, and I always appreciated his genuine...

Hi Sharon: Yes, Phyllis and I (92) are still here but Jim was too young to say his final goodbye. Arriving in Atlanta in 1972 from Chicago, and being a Yankee, you and Jim were most kind to us. Too many memories to list but Outward Bound With the AA Executive team in the late 1980s is near the top of my list. I was frightened on several occasions during the 3 days in the California Nevadas but Jim absolutely loved it. So much so that he took his son later on another challenge back there. I...

Hi Sharon and family, Jim was a great leader and friend. He will be missed by many. I was fortunate to work with him in Atlanta for many years and later in NY. I remember Jim and Richard Spivak visiting me in my home in CT in 1997 as I was recovering from a heart attack - I so appreciated them making the trip to visit. May he rest in peace. Herb