Gatha Joyce Edwards's obituary , Passed away on June 21, 2024 in Pelahatchie, Mississippi

Gatha Joyce Edwards

October 2, 1927 - June 21, 2024 (96 years old)

Pelahatchie, Mississippi

Gatha Joyce Edwards's obituary , Passed away on June 21, 2024 in Pelahatchie, Mississippi

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Ott & Lee Funeral Homes

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Gatha Joyce Edwards

October 2, 1927 - June 21, 2024 (96 years old)

Pelahatchie, Mississippi

Gatha Joyce Edwards Obituary

We are sad to announce that on June 21, 2024, at the age of 96, Gatha Joyce Edwards (Pelahatchie, Mississippi) passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gatha Joyce Edwards to pay them a last tribute.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Gatha Joyce leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Gatha Joyce may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

She was predeceased by: her husband Bromberg Edwards; her parents, Jim Jerkins and Ada Sims King; and her brothers, Delowen "Ducky" Longgrear and William Longgrear.

She is survived by: her siblings, Bernard King (Rebecca), Frances Hicks (Don), Mary Garland (David) and Jimmy Jerkins (Marilyn). She is also survived by children, but she was a surrogate mother to her brothers and sister.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ott & Lee Funeral Homes



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June 23

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Leesburg Baptist Church
796 MS-481, Morton, MS 39117

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June 23

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Leesburg Baptist Church
796 MS-481, Morton, MS 39117

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