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Rebecca Edwards Obituary
Mrs. Edwards, 83, of Charlotte, NC died Sunday, February 28, 2010 at Southminster Retirement Community. She was born July 5, 1926 in Marshville, NC, daughter of the late Harry Lee Edwards and Daisy Helms Edwards. Mrs. Edwards graduated from Queens College and did post graduate studies at Wake Forest University. She was homemaker and a retired school teacher having taught English and American History. She loved her friends, golf and bridge. Mrs. Edwards was a former member of Myers Park Baptist Church and a current member of Sharon Presbyterian Church. She was married to Vernon Houston 'Lum' Edwards who passed away in 2004. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Haskell Lee Edwards.
Mrs. Edwards is survived by her daughter, Beth Vaughan and her husband, John, and two grandchildren, Dan and Anna Vaughan, all of Charlotte; and two nephews, David and Jonathan Edwards.
There will be a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, March 3, 2010 at Sharon Presbyterian Church with the Reverend Dr. Robert Blumer and the Reverend Ron Nelson officiating. The family will receive friends following the service in the parlor at the church. Interment will be private in Forest Lawn East Cemetery.
Memorials my be sent to Sharon Presbyterian Church, 5201 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC 28210 or to the American Heart Association, 222 South Church, Suite 303, Charlotte, NC 28202.
Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service. Please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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March 4, 2010
Mrs. Edwards was a wonderful lady and neighbor. We were sad when she moved but were always glad to see her when she did her "drive throughs" to check on the street. She will greatly missed.
Debbie, Keith, Kylie and Chase Fackrell
March 4, 2010
We'll always cherish the fellowship, fun and laughter we shared on the golf course with Becky. You'll always be our 4th. Thanks for being a shining example of fair play and sportmanship and thanks for keeping the three of us straight. We love you -
Norma, Chieko and Mo
March 4, 2010
We have lost a dear friend. Becky was truly a Southern lady, kind, full of wisdom and worthy of everyone's respect. What wonderful memories she leaves with us. A part of her will always remain in our hearts. Love you Becky. Thanks for the privilege of being your friend. To Beth, John, Dan and Anna whom you loved dearly, our heartfelt condolences. Mo and Bill
Jenny Wiebler McCoy
March 2, 2010
Dear Beth, I was so sorry to read of your mother's passing in today's paper. She was a wonderful, gracious person who loved you dearly. She never, ever missed a day writing to you when we were freshmen at school; one of the highlights of my day was walking to the P.O. with you and knowing that your mom had written -- even if it was just news of the cat. I remember how proud she was of herself when she lost weight and how great she looked. She had a great sense of humor and style. Your mother was just lovely. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I wish you peace and love. Jenny
Debby McGovern
March 2, 2010
My husband & I joined Cedarwood CC in 1989. At that time I could barely play golf and we went out to play one weekend morning. They paired us up with Becky and another lady, Madge. Becky could not have been more gracious and encouraging (so too was Madge). There were many more times that Becky & I got to play golf together and I treasure the time that I got to spend with her (and Lum).
Beverly Williams
March 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, John, Anna, and Dan.
Aunt Beverly
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