Ms Shirley Francis Edwards

Ms Shirley Francis Edwards

Shirley Edwards Obituary

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Shirley Francis Edwards (Frankie), 88, of Fincastle passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, two daughters and two daughters-in-law.
She is survived by her sons, David Edwards, Granville Edwards, Randall Edwards; and daughter Shelby Edwards Powers; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Frankie was a hard worker loved her family, going camping, beach trips, and blue grass and gospel music festivals. She retired from housekeeping.
A celebration of Frankie's life will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Lotz Funeral Home, 1001 Franklin Road, Roanoke, Virginia 24016.
Online condolences may be made at www.lotzfuneralhomeroanoke.com
Lotz Funeral Home - Roanoke

1001 Franklin Road SW, Roanoke, VA 24016-4399

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