James (Frank) Edwards, age 80, went to be with the Lord Thursday, February 22nd after a long illness. He enjoyed time with his family, especially his grandchildren and playing his guitar. He was a member and deacon of Bryams Fork Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Gladys Edwards; children, Vickie Edwards of Andersonville, Lionel and wife Beverly Edwards of Andersonville, Kendall and wife Melissa Edwards of Clinton and Alicia Edwards of Clinton; grandchildren, Sheena and husband Elliot Reynolds of Andersonville, Kendall II and wife Amanda Edwards of Clinton, Joshua Edwards of Clinton and Nate Wells of Clinton; great grandchildren, Nicholas Reynolds and Kaylee Edwards. The family will receive friends 12:00-1:00pm, Saturday, at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel with funeral service to follow at 1:00pm, with Rev. Justin Howard officiating. Following the funeral service family and friends will meet at Hutchison Cemetery for interment service. Online condolences can be left at www.mynattfh.com