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1958
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2022
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William Edwards Obituary
LIMA -- Mr. William McKinley Edwards Jr., age 64, passed from this life on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Carecore Nursing Home in Lima, OH.
He served in the United States Army.
He was born on June 23, 1958 in Muncie, Indiana to the union of William McKinley Edward Sr. and Jessie Mae (Warren) McKinley. His parents preceded him death.
He leaves to cherish his precious memory a loving wife, Marilyn J. Edwards; one son; William M. Edward III of Lima, OH; 3 step-sons, Rico Glenn, Travis Gleen both of Lima. OH and Terrell Glenn of Bowling Green, KY; 3 step-daughters, Jenna Brown, Nita Beasley and Brenda Beasley all of Lima, OH; one brother, William B. Edwards of Muncie, IN; 4 sisters, Sharon Diallo and Orlanthia Evans both of Muncie, IN and Loretta Edwarrds and Sheri Gary both of Lima, OH; special granddaughter, Chi'Cia Glenn of Lima, OH and a host nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by 4 sisters, Gloria J. Anthony, Patricia Taylor, Carol Manley and Ladelle Bryant.
A home going services will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. at the Philippian Missionary Baptist Church, Inc. with Dr. Lamont B. Monford.
Visitation/Wake services will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. also at the Funeral Home.
Interment: Memorial Park Cemetery where V.F.W. services in his honor will be held. Services entrusted to: Jones-Clark Funeral Home, Inc.
To order flowers and to offer condolences to the Jones Family, visit www.jonesclarkfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for William Edwards
Alicia Walker
November 3, 2022
Bj I'm so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and the family if u need to talk u know I got you. Keep your head up friend
Gwendolyn Scott
November 2, 2022
Condolences and Prayers to BJ, Sheri, family and friends - may God continue to comfort you and strengthen you.
Granddaughter, Shawntel
November 2, 2022
I'M GOING TO MISS U SO MUCH GRANDDAD!!!!! I LOVE U ALWAYS...
Adrian'e Jenkins
November 1, 2022
Gone but not 4 gotten rest easy my friend until we meet again
LaDora Wilcox
October 30, 2022
My Condolences to you and the Family
My God Give you strength and comfort
In your time of Sorrow
Paulette Warren
October 30, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending family prayers and my deepest sympathy. May GOD meet you at your need through these difficult days.
Marva Thompson
October 30, 2022
My Condolences and Deepest Sympathy To The Family Billy Blue was a great friend to Me, He will be Missed!
Tina Elliott
October 30, 2022
My condolences to the family
May God comfort you all during this difficult time
Tina Tate-Elliott
Mary Curtis... South Carolina
October 30, 2022
BJ... Sending my condolences to you and your family. Hold on to God unchanging hands.
Barry Geary
October 30, 2022
We send Love, Prayers and our deepest sympathy to the family from Barry Geary and family.
Patricia Smith
October 30, 2022
May the Family be filled with Gods Love in this difficult time of Life....
Linda D Irons
October 29, 2022
My GOD Keep His Arms Around The Family...
Marguerite S
October 29, 2022
BJ-No words can express how my heart aches for you and your family on your loss. You and your father shared a special bond and I enjoyed all of the stories you´ve shared about him. Continuing to pray for strength for you and your family. Always here for you, your friend
Melody Mel
October 29, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
R. I. H Billy Blue you will be truly missed! One Love.
James Patterson
October 29, 2022
Billy I´m going to miss our talks on life and dogs! I will miss you my friend.I will see you again in the promised land. It´s been my pleaser to be your medicine man.
millie pitts
October 29, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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