Jerry Wilson Edwards

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. Jerry Wilson Edwards, age 85 of Monroe, Georgia who entered rest Tuesday, February 14, 2023.  Mr. Edwards was born in Thomaston, Georgia a son of the late Woodrow and Gussie Blount Edwards.  Mr. Edwards was a graduate of Jefferson High School, a member of Monroe First Baptist Church and was a retired Technician with Western Union and Sprint.

Survivors include his wife, Maxine Silman Edwards.  Daughter, Lynn Edwards, son, Brian Edwards (Julie).  Two granddaughters, Samantha and Eden Edwards.  Grandson, Jeremy Edwards.  A brother, Mike Edwards (Deborah) also survives.

Memorial services will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday, February 18, 2023 from the Monroe First Baptist Church with Dr. Todd Ware officiating with burial of Cremains to follow in the Woodbine Cemetery, Jefferson, Georgia at 4:00 P.M.  The family will receive friends prior to the service 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. at the Monroe First Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Mr. Jerry Wilson Edwards to the Monroe First Baptist Church at www.fbcmonroe..com or to FISH at www.fishofwalton.org

Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder Highway, Jefferson, Georgia.  706-367-5467       
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