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Joel Edwards Obituary
McDonald and Son Funeral Home in Cumming is in charge of arrangements.
Forsyth County News
April 8, 2018
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Memories and Condolences
for Joel Edwards
Janet (Al) Behrends (Mielke)
April 3, 2025
It's been how many years? Still thinking about his family and the special multi-family time we spent as kids, goofing off, playing, laughing, and being friends. Special to all.
Janet (Al) Behrends (Mielke)
March 31, 2021
It's hard to believe it's been 3 years since Joel died. As kids, our parents multiple friend groups had us kids running around antagonizing each other, but ultimately having lots of fun. Even as a youngster growing-up, Joel was always a lot of fun. I was always looking over my shoulder to make sure he and my brother weren't planning something, especially at the girls. We always looked forward to those family get togethers. Joel especially kept us laughing. Thoughts and prayers will continue to be with all whom Joel called family, as well as those whom called Joel a friend.
Lenai Hellweg
April 10, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Joel in Roswell. He had a way of immediately making you feel you were a part of the team. He was a great guy.
Dennis Lahmann
April 9, 2018
My most sincere appreciation to Joel for always being there, for his immense support and guidance, wisdom, and compassion. He is truly missed. My prayers go out to Susanne, Brian, Mason, and Ben. May God give you strength.
Todd Chanda
April 9, 2018
Although I only knew Joel for a few years while consulting for him at Kimberly-Clark, he was a fun loving and good man. I'll remember the great times on the golf course as well. My condolences and prayers go out to the Joel Edward's family.
Andy & Nanci Campbell
April 9, 2018
We will miss a great, fun loving guy. Our deepest sympathy to Susanne and family. Our hearts go out to you.
Phillip White
April 9, 2018
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Joel's family, especially his Wife and Children. Rest in peace Joel.
LaVerne & Shirley Stetson
April 9, 2018
The Edwards Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the loss of Joel . We Want you to know that we are with you in thoughts and deeds now and in the future.
Janet and Rich Irvine
April 9, 2018
Praying during this difficult time.
Julie Thomson
April 9, 2018
Don & Judy, The wonderful comments about Joel show that he was truly an Edwards, with a big heart, great mind, a sense of humor, and a love of family. May your faith and the support of your family and all your friends in Nebraska and beyond help you through this difficult time. You are in our prayers.
Sue Sudbeck
April 9, 2018
My deepest sympathy to Joel's family. Joel was a great co-worker who always focused on finding solutions. I have many memories of working and traveling with Joel that make me smile. Rest In Peace Joel.
Sue Miller
April 9, 2018
I have very fond memories of Joel as we volunteered together for many years as Judges with GeorgiaFIRST Robotics and the annual FIRST Robotics Competition. He was always gracious and absolutely loved the program and the students involved. His enthusiasm was infectious. He will be greatly missed. God speed.
Sarah Roethel
April 9, 2018
Joel touched so many lives and he had a great sense of humor. I had the pleasure of getting to know him while working at KC and in the future I hope to be as great a leader as he was! Keeping Joel's family and friends in my prayers.
Mary Lou DeLucia
April 8, 2018
Susanne, I am sorry for your loss. I will remember Joel as a kind and dedicated person, quick to smile and spread joy. Your family is in my prayers
Renee Knez Pegram
April 8, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to Joel's family and dear friends. I had the pleasure of working with Joel at Lexington Mill. He was a great teacher and a funny and kind person.
Larry Maher
April 8, 2018
Joel was a man of action who got things done. He raised three great sons and was a loving father and husband. I will forever cherish the fun times we had inside and outside of work. Your life was cut far too short. Rest In Peace my friend.
April 8, 2018
Susanne,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying a great deal for you and the boys. May the comfort of the Holy Spirit surround you I this time and give you the courage you need to face the days ahead.
Kristy Allen and family
Marcia Johnson
April 8, 2018
So sorry to hear this. I've known Joel for many years through our years together at KC. Although I never met his family I think I could have named them all. He spoke very proudly of Suzanne and his boys. Rest in peace Joel.
Craig Trebatoski
April 8, 2018
My condolences go out to the Edwards family. I have many fond memories of working with Joel both at the Lexington NC mill and at Health Care in Rowell. He was always fun to be around and will be always remembered as one of top managers that I ever worked for.
Helena Kenevan
April 8, 2018
I am profoundly sorry for your loss. Joel was a wonderful person. He always, always said hello, smiled and called you by name. A great loss for so many. Your family is in our hearts and prayers. God Bless You.
Rose Hardman
April 8, 2018
I am so saddened to hear of Joel's passing. I worked with Joel for many years when he first joined Kimberly-Clark. He was bright, confident, and action-oriented. Susanne, please know that you and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Stefan Blum
April 8, 2018
Susanne, I am so sorry for your loss. Joel was a great leader, mentor and friend. I will always be thankful to him for hiring me to the Lexington facility and teaching me so much while there. I pray for you and the boys for peace, patience and strength. He will be missed tremendously.
Teresa Shotz
April 8, 2018
Susanne, We are so sorry to hear of the passing if your husband. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
The Shotz Family
Wendy Bridle
April 8, 2018
Im so sorry for your loss. I pray for peace and comfort for you, Suzanne, and the boys.
Jill Goran
April 8, 2018
The news of Joels passing has me reflecting on what an optimistic problem solver he was at work. I was always amazed at Joelss ability to figure things out and get us back on track. Through his actions I learned most problems were solvable and worrying was a waste of time- instead you just go fix them. Joels cheerful approach to driving us forward will be missed at work. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God bless all of you.
Rachael Eley
April 7, 2018
Rest In Peace Joel. Praying for the family during this difficult time
LaDonna Scott
April 7, 2018
So sorry for your loss. I am praying for comfort for the family during this time.
Kristie Sikes
April 7, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time.
Kristy Thomas
April 7, 2018
Joel made time at work just as much fun as time away from work. I will certainly miss you. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Hood Family
April 7, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Julie Ambrose
April 7, 2018
So sorry for your loss - Working with Joel was always a pleasure!
Mary Palinski
April 7, 2018
20 years ago, Joel and Susanne were the first people we met when we moved from Michigan, They became close family friends and we are better people for knowing them. We will miss you Joel. The world is much sadder place without you.
Charles Morell
April 7, 2018
A great friend and an even better man. So many memories over the years. Joel, I will miss you. Rest in peace.
Polly Corriher
April 7, 2018
I worked with Joel KC Lexington...great guy!!! Prayers for the family!
Kendall family
April 7, 2018
Sad news - prayers for strength at this difficult time.
-kendall family
Mike Lankford
April 7, 2018
Suzanne, kids and
I am so sorry for your loss of such a good man, husband and father. I worked with Joel many years at Lexington. He was an absolute joy to work with and for. He was a great guy in every way and I know you are proud of him as I was proud to have him as a friend.
AB
April 7, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the family during this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in the fact that God will make you firm and he will make you strong. He will firmly ground you during this time of grief. - 1 Peter 5:10
L.W. McDonald and Son Funeral Home
April 7, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Anthony Raby
April 6, 2018
Rest easy Joel
John Leonardi
April 6, 2018
I am so sorry to hear about Joels passing. In the short time I knew him, we became friends. I will cheris our outing at Talladega and the friendship we built. May God welcome him into his kingdom. My condolences to the entire Edwards family.
Bill, Holly, Conner, and Colin McCann
April 6, 2018
Gone too sone. We will miss his sharp wit, kind soul, and bright light. Holding you all in prayers of comfort, sympathy, and compassion.
Cherie Everhart
April 6, 2018
So very sad to hear of Joel's death. He was a great co-worker and I learned a lot from him. He had a great combination of smarts, humor, optimism, and commitment. My thoughts are with his family as they deal with such a great loss.
Laurie & Jarred Wood
April 6, 2018
So sorry to hear of Joel's passing. A great guy to work with and fun to be around. Keeping his family in our thoughts and prayers.
Leslie DiPietro
April 6, 2018
We are keeping you and the boys in our prayers. Joel will be greatly missed.
The DiPietro Family
Gayle Brickly
April 6, 2018
I am truly sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family, may our prayers help comfort you.
DBob Shoaf
April 6, 2018
So sorry to hear of Joel's passing. Joel was a great guy and fun to be around. Loved by many and will be missed by many. My prayers are with the family.
Greg and Stacy Vanden Heuvel
April 6, 2018
Joel was a great friend-I could always count on him. Regardless of how long it had been, the conversation picked up right were it left off-normally mid joke or sarcastic comment. We were good friends for 25 years. Whether working around the world or spending time at the lake or golf course-Joel made sure we were laughing.
Susanne-you and the boys are in our thoughts.
The Alwine family
April 6, 2018
Our hearts are heavy and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sweet memories of Joel riding the boys up and down the road with them out of the sunroof of the Porsche! Thinking of you all
Marcia Moore
April 6, 2018
My deepest condolences during this time of sorrow. May God give you peace and comfort that surpasses your understanding.
Darren Williams
April 6, 2018
Joel "Froggy" , was a great guy to work with. My prayers go out to all the family.
Charles and Nancy Ellison
April 6, 2018
Joel was a great friend and colleague. So many memories on and off the field. Nancy and my thoughts are with Susanne and the family.
Ben DeCorso
April 6, 2018
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss. Joel was a great person; well liked and respected. I was one of several that interviewed Joel back around 1994 for a position in the old Treatment Group in R&D. He was smart and witty. I liked him immediately.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom Guthrie
April 6, 2018
Always smiling, always laughing. Gone too soon. Missed by everyone who knew him.
Mike Clark
April 6, 2018
Our (Stacy & Mike Clark) thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Joel will always be within your heart and the many others that loved him/her and as close as a beautiful memory. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4
Judy Maxwell
April 6, 2018
Joel was an amazing person to know. My heart go out to his wife and children. Love, hugs and prayers for all.
The Saunders Family
April 6, 2018
We will always remember his smile. A goodhearted man who enjoyed life. He will be missed.
Kimbrough Middleton
April 6, 2018
So many years....so many memories...so many laughs....so many hours on the machines together NOT laughing ! Rest in Peace my friend. You will be missed.
Mike Payne
April 6, 2018
Deepest condolences to Joel's family. He was one of the best managers I had at KC.
Arthur Richard
April 6, 2018
So very sorry to hear the sad, sad news. I will keep him and your family in my prayers.
Al and Janet Behrends (Mielke)
April 6, 2018
It's hard to believe that this has happened. While we were growing-up, running around, and chasing our siblings around each others yards, this is something we didn't want to believe really happens. Susanne, Brian, Mason, Ben, Don, Judy, John, Jeff, Mary Anne, and all those who love Joel and his family, there aren't any right words to say, but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. We don't know why this happened, we don't know what tomorrow holds.... But we do know WHO holds tomorrow. And Joel is looking in Jesus's eyes, right now. We'll be thinking about you all.
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