Gary Edwards Obituary
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Gary was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish, and search for arrowheads.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Dian Hannah Edwards; parents, Walter Edwards Sr. and Arretta Edwards; sisters, Peggy Lipscomb and Wanda Whisenant; brothers, Walter Edwards Jr., Doug Edwards, Tommy Edwards, Donnie Edwards, and Roger Edwards.
He is survived by his sons, Scott Edwards (Gemini), Nathan Edwards (Stacy), and Ezra Edwards (Brandi); grandchildren, Joseph Edwards, Reagan Edwards, Isla Edwards, and Adeline Edwards; sister, Connie Edwards; brothers, Robert Edwards, Jimmy Edwards (Pat), David Edwards (Nora), and Mitchell Edwards (Brenda); numerous nieces and nephews; and lifelong friends, Larry and Charsley Gamblin and family.
The family will receive friends at Usrey Funeral Home - Pell City from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
The funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, with Alvin Johnson officiating. Interment will be at St. Clair Memorial Gardens.
Condolences may be offered online at www.usreyfuneralhome.com.
Usrey Funeral Home – Pell City is in charge of arrangements.
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