John Kenneth Edwards, 81, of Powhatan, went home with Jesus after a long illness December 17, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Virginia; sons, Kenneth (Deb), Larry (Mary Linda), Ricky (Deb); daughter, Wanda Nichols (Barry); brother, Robert A. Edwards (Bobbie); sister, Joyce E. Ammons; six grandchildren, Jeremy, Sarah, Rebekah, Patrick, Ryan, Troy and five great grandchildren. John owned and operated J.K. Edwards & Son, Ltd. for over thirty years remodeling and building homes. He was a Past Worshipful Master of Powhatan Lodge #295 where he served as Treasurer for many years. He belonged to Old Powhatan Baptist Church serving the Lord as a teacher of the Men's Class and a deacon for many years. He truly loved the Lord and was blessed by his service. A memorial service will be held Friday at 11 am in the Old Powhatan Baptist Church, 2202 Old Church Rd. Powhatan. The family will receive friends one hour before the service. Interment church cemetery. In lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice of Virginia, 1700 Bayberry St. Suite 300 Richmond, Va. 23226 or Old Powhatan Baptist Church.
Service:
December 20, 2013
Friday 11:00 am
Old Powhatan Baptist Church
2202 Old Church Rd.
Powhatan, Va. 23139
Visitation:
December 20, 2013
Friday 10:00 to 11:00 am
Old Powhatan Baptist Church