Sylvia Edwards

Passed 04/12/2012

Obituary For Sylvia Edwards

Sylvia Lubertha Bell Edwards, 88, of 1401 Beaufort St. died Thursday, April 12, 2012 in Fayetteville, GA.She was a 1940 West Street High School graduate and graduated cum laude from Winston-Salem Teachers College in 1946 with a degree in Elementary Education. The Master of Science Degree in Education was earned at the University of Pennsylvania. She retired from the Craven County School System with over 30 years as an educator. She was a member of Clinton Chapel AMEZ Church for 88 years and was a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.The funeral service will be conducted 11:00 AM Friday, April 20, 2012 at Clinton Chapel AMEZ Church with the Rev. Jace Cox, officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.She is survived by her two sons, Joseph Edwards of Decatur, GA and Sylvester Edwards of Fayetteville, GA; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority ritualist service will be conducted 6:00 PM Thursday, April 19, 2012 followed by the visitation of friends at Oscar's Memorial Chapel.



Guest Book

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless The Ewards and Bell families with comfort and peace. Mrs. Edwards will always hold a special place in our hearts. Peace and Much Love, The Cherry Family

- Bobbie

I was so sorry to learn of the passing of Mrs. Edwards. My lasting memory of her will be hearing her sing a couple of spirituals with a quartet of ladies at a concert at St. Cyprian's Church. I think I recall correctly that she was the soprano, Mrs. Eva Adams directed, and Mrs. Lauretta Smith accompanied on the piano. Their performance was one of the highlights of the concert dedicating and celebrating the restoration of the organ, and in memory of my dad, Mr. Ryder, and the Webb Family. Please know that you have the deepest sympathy of the Ryder Family.

- Loretta

Sylvester and Joseph, please know that Vondell and I both share your feelings of loss at this time. Mrs. Edwards was a special person in my life as you both know. May God give you Peace at this time. Cherish the memories you have of her. Your mother was a beautiful person and every thought of her brings a smile to my face. With Love, Linda Robinson Darden

- Linda

Our prayers and thoughts are with the Edwards family. God will grant you and the family a peace that surpasses all understanding.

- MARCIA

TO CAT and Joe so sorry to hear of your mother,s passing.My prayers prayers are with you and your family. G. wilson -Roch. ny

- gary

Sly and Joe: May the sweet, sweet memories of Mrs. Edwards sustain you during this difficult time. Through the heartaches and pains that you are experiencing right now...God is right there with you. God's presence will bring you comfort and peace. We are praying for you during this time.

- Jackie

I offer my condolences to the Edwards Family for the lost of your love one. It's a wonderful thing to know that God has made plans for us to see our love ones again in paradise, when death and all suffering has come to an end.-Isaiah 25:8; John 5:28,29; John 3:16; Revelation 21:3,4. May God be with your family.

- Mattie

I have always admired your mother. She was always a very classie lady and a true gem. I will always have fond memories of her from First Avenue. I know that you will always Cherish her. May God comfort you during this very difficult time. Continue to look up and be thankful for having such a wonderful mother. My prayers to your family. Gwen Hoskins-Hicks

- Gwendolyn

To Our Family/Friends, we also feel your loss. We loved Mrs. Edwards as well. Savour your memories. -Gerri

- Reginald/Geraldine

Ii is with deep sympathy, I send this; Sylvia was a great cousin to me and my family. May God's Blessings be always with you all. Rev. & Mrs. John L. Gillyard (Shirley Jones) Cousin.

- Shirley

To the family of Mrs. Edwards I am very sadden the hear of the passing of my favorite teacher but God has taght us that his children pass from life to enternal life in Him ! So we will meet again over there where He is.

- Rev. John

My deepest sympathy is extended to the Family of Mrs. Sylvia Edwards. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. God Bless you, Always, Sincerely, Michele

- Michele

The Pelham's Family so sorry to hear of the death of mother Syliva Edward, we are praying for the family, you have our condolences.

- Dr. G.L.

The Gavin Family is sorry for your loss. May your memories of Mrs. Edwards give you strength and joy to endure.

- Patricia

To the Edwards Family, Sly and Joe, May God grant you strength during this challenging hour. Your mom was an awesome lady and educator. Although, she was never my teacher, she 'taught' me at Bangert Elementary...I will never again hear 'The Creation' recited and not remember her fondly. Sandra Taylor

- Sandra

To: The Fmily Bell and Edward's Family Mfs Edwarad will truly be missed. May God console your hearts and give you comfort, She was warm and giving person God loved her and knew it was time for her to come . For she had done best and ran the race. May God continue place His grace and mercy upon you and give you peace.

- Thureallee

To the Edwards & Bell families, please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the tranisitioning of your beloved. I know the raw emotions you are experiencing at this time having gone through the same thing 6 months ago with the passing of my mother. May the loving memories of your beloved and the love of God grant you strength and peace.

- Desiree

Love condolences go out to the Edwards family, may God be with you at this time of sorrow

- Sandra

I extend my sympathy to you all . Mrs. Edwards had two sons she loved dearly. Please know that God is just a prayer away. Thank God for the time you had with her. She was a wonderful woman who always spoke with widsom. May God be with you.

- Karen Midgette

My thoughts and prayers are with the Edward's Family. Mrs. Edward's sponsored me in the Jabberwock! Her kindness and generosity will always be remembered.

- Regina

Mrs. Edwards will be greatly missed. She was and still remains my favorite teacher at Bangert Elementary 40 plus years ago. I will always remember her with very fond memories.

- Mary

God feels the suffering that you and your family are going throeugh, and he truly cares for all of you. Take to heart the promise he made to all who have fallen asleep in death (Acts24:15) When on occasion you are saddened by your loss. Focus on the wonderful hope of living in the new world. (2Peter 3:13) The time is close when we will see the blessings of God's kingdom. (Psalms 37:9,10,11,29)

- Valerie

LOVE CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS ARE GOING TO THE EDWARDS FAMILY. I UNDERSTAND THE LOSS AND I AM HERE IF YOU NEED ME. GOD, IN HIS INFINITE WISDOM, KNOWS HOW TO KEEP AND COMFORT YOU. SHE LOVED YOU SO MUCH. YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE THAT.

- SHIRLEEN