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He was preceded in death by his father, Benjamin G. Edwards; grandparents, Robert and Alma Wyatt and George and Eva Edwards; step-grandmother, Sadie E. Walker; stepfather, Maryland Prosise; four aunts and three uncles.
Chico was an active member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Dewitt, VA, where he was baptized at an early age. He attended Dinwiddie Public Schools. He was a retired employee of Southside Virginia Training Center (SVTC), however, at the time of death, he was employed by Browder's Towing. He was a very loving family man that enjoyed life and was always willing to help anyone. He was an avid sports fan; and if the New York Giants or Atlanta Braves were playing, he was sure to be watching and rooting them on.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his mother, Vivian W. E. Prosise; one son, Dwayne Roberts; one brother, Roderick "Hoagie" Edwards (Bessie); devoted cousins whom were like siblings, Anthony "Snudgie" Wyatt (Tina), Angela Wyatt and daughter, Rickela "Keekee" Crittendon; four step-sisters, Nadine Bolling (Larry), Melanie Walker, Charlene Johnson (Calvin), and Cassandra Harris (Lee); seven aunts, Doletha Bonner (James), Gertrude Morgan, Narvenia Jones, Dorothy B. Wyatt, Gloria J. Wyatt, Ida R. Wyatt and Flossie W. Wyatt; two uncles, Talmage "Billy" Wyatt and Courtney Faulcon; several devoted friends, Rozia Davis, Browder's Towing and Services, and James Nowlin. He also leaves nieces and a host of nephews, cousins and friends.
A special thanks to the staff at VCU/MCV Medical Center, Massey Cancer Center and Encompass Home Health Services.
Services for Mr. Benjamin M. "Chico" Edwards will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, December 24, 2015, at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 16616 Glebe Road, Dewitt, Va., the Rev. Gerald Brandon, pastor, eulogist. Interment to follow at the Dinwiddie Memorial Park.
The family will assemble 10 a.m. the day of the service and will receive friends at the residence and may be contacted by calling (317) 626-7999 or (804) 732-0238.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Edwards at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for BENJAMIN EDWARDS
Thomas Family
January 12, 2016
It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.
Gwen Moore
December 25, 2015
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
With sincere sympathy,
Ramona Raines
December 24, 2015
Chico, such a wonderful, sweet and humble man of God. You always spoke to me and asked me if I knew this song or that song. You will definitely be missed! My prayers are with your family during this time!! Rest In Paradise my friend!!
Angela Wyatt
December 24, 2015
So hard to believe I'm typing the words, Rest In Peace with the name Chico following it. I know you're in a better place dear cousin and I'm at perfect peace in knowing that as well. It is a heartfelt goodbye I say to you but I know we will see each other again. Thanks for not only trusting me & Kee to be there for you in your time of need, but I say to you also Thank you for the times you were there for us, because as I laid sick 15 yrs ago I had you there to say, Baby girl you're gonna be ok, then 5 yrs ago when daddy & I needed you, all I had to do was call and say Hey Chico and never did I hear, I'll see, I heard, ok cuz, I'll get Unc there don't worry so it was my pleasure to say ok Chico I'm on my way & yeah I got you because it was always in love.
Yes, I'll miss the late night early morning calls, the laughs we shared because I can honestly say we shared no tears of sorrow with all the situations that came and went, we knew it was all God's plan so still today I have no sorrow, I saw you growing tired and I asked God as you told me," I'm ready", to Grant you your Wings, You'd Fought A Good & Faithful fight, and as you told me, your work here had been done.
So Chico I don't have to Say Save a Seat for Me because anybody that knew you knew for sure Chico will be that friend watching out for and waiting for them so until I get to heaven enjoy Big Ben. Love ya Bitty & Kee
Rodney Lee
December 22, 2015
Rest in Peace Chico
Vilma Short
December 22, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your special memories bring you comfort.
Tammy Gholson
December 22, 2015
Sorry for the passing of your love one, Keeping family in prayer.
John Goodwyn
December 22, 2015
To The Edwards/Wyatt Family;
As a long time Family Friend, my heart goes out with the Deepest Condolences. Our Father in Heaven has prepared a place for another child of his to come and rest in peace.
Robin Tucker-Ellis
December 22, 2015
My sincere condolences are extended to your family in the passing of your loved one. May God grant you peace, joy and comfort now and the days ahead.
irvin wyatt
December 22, 2015
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Felisha & Nikki Wyatt
December 22, 2015
We will miss you big cuz, Chico. May you rest in peace.
Mattie Smith
December 22, 2015
Rest in peace, no more pain
Curtis "Kokomo" Smith
December 22, 2015
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the Edwards family.Chico was a good and dear friend of mine.RIP CHICO!!!
Marlo Perry
December 22, 2015
I sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Chico was a nice friend and co-worker. I pray that God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning.
Crystal King Boyd
December 21, 2015
My friend chico, you will be forever missed!!
james nowlin
December 21, 2015
Well this is one of the last things, i can do for you my friend, and it's the hardest thing saying good bye to you. You had a way of growing on a person and that is what i liked of you ,fly high my friend. Rest In Peace ,Till we meet again.
Amy Davis
December 21, 2015
Chico will always be within your heart and the many others that loved him and as close as a beautiful memory. R.I.P. You will be missed.
Demetria "Dee Dee" Davis
December 21, 2015
Uncle Chico will be greatly missed but his warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit will be remembered forever. See you again, Rest in Peace
Shirley Pegram & Bea Bonner
December 21, 2015
My condolences to the Wyatt family so sorry to hear of your loss, may God continue to comfort you'all.
KJ Granderson
December 20, 2015
Vivian and Roderick & Dwayne,
Praying for you all in the loss of your son, brother and father. May God grant you peace in the time of grief and sadness.
birgit nowlin
December 20, 2015
I'm so gonna miss you you moved on to a better place, but believe, you will stay in our hearts forever, till we meet again Rip
Belinda Baugh
December 20, 2015
He truly will be missed,May God strengthening you and the family at this hour
RON MOODY
December 19, 2015
WORKED WITH HIM AT SVTC GOOD MAN
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