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Charlotte Edwards Obituary
Suffolk - Charlotte Nica Edwards, 85, originally of Salem and recently of Suffolk, passed away on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 in her home. Charlotte was born on July 7, 1927 in Salem, VA to the late Harvey and Edith Epperly. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, James P. Edwards, Sr.; sons, Douglas Edwards and James P. Edwards Jr.; grandson, Brian; sister, Shelby Holden and her husband, Fred, of Kissimmee, FL; and brother, Dennis Epperly and his wife, Pauline, of Roanoke. Charlotte was a homemaker who enjoyed a long life of decorating her home, collecting antiques, refinishing furniture, and caring for her beloved son, Doug. A graveside service was held on Friday, January 18, at 2 p.m. at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. There will be no visitation. An online guestbook is available at www.johnmoakey.com. The Edwards family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 540-389-5441.
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Greg, Kim, Josh & Zach O'Keeffe
January 17, 2013
Posie and Doug our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Cherish your memories and take comfort in the family and friends that surround you. We send our love and prayers from afar.
Bill and Terry Bradshaw
January 17, 2013
We have been extremely fortunate to have known Charlotte and her family for over 20 years, and have always respected the way she and Posie cared and provided for their son Doug. Although in the last few years, life had slowed her mobility, but her love and devotion to Doug remained rock solid. Along with her sweet smile and quick wit, we'll always remember that devotion, and the unending kindness she always showed our family.
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