Jessie Edwards Obituary Jessie Overby Edwards May 7, 1930 - February 3, 2023 Branchville - Jessie Marie Overby Edwards, 92, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus, peacefully at her home, on February 3, 2023 in Branchville, Virginia. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of seventy-three years, Horace Edwards, and her beloved children Nancy Partridge (Eddie) and Kenny Edwards (Koren). She will be fondly remembered by her grandchildren, Jessica Johnson (Jeremy), Tavia Cavallaro (Angelo), Emily Brown (William), Meredith Holt (Will), and Mark Partridge. She was also blessed with nine great-grandchildren, Madi and Adin Brown; Banks, Sailor, and Wells Johnson; Angelina and Sam Cavallaro; and Ellie and Asher Holt. Her family was her greatest treasure, and she was joyfully known as "Granny" by all those who knew her. Mrs. Edwards was born in Branchville, Virginia to Virginia Gertrude Overby and Collis Cuthbert Overby. She was the vice-president of the 1947 graduating class of Boykins High School and later graduated from State Teachers College at Farmville, Virginia (Longwood University) in 1949. That same year, she married the love of her life, and began working for her father s business, Branchville Machinery Company. She also supported her husband s farming operation for over 70 years. Mrs. Edwards was very active in the United Methodist Church community, playing piano, teaching Sunday school, and supporting the local and regional church for over 70 years. In addition to her devotion to Christ and the community, she enjoyed corresponding with friends and family. She never let an occasion, celebration, or opportunity pass without providing the blessing of her hand-written notes, food, and prayer. She and her husband enjoyed weekly dancing dates with friends, gardening and sharing the fruits of their labor, and hosting many Sunday lunches for her loving family. A memorial service will be held at Boykins United Methodist Church on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 2:00 PM. A reception will be held at the church immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the Branchville United Methodist Church or the Branchville Volunteer Fire Department in her honor. The Edwards family would like to extend its sincere gratitude for all of the loving support received by family, friends, and caretakers, including Paulette Barham, Bernice Mayfield, Stephanie Bunn, Shauna Long, Eileen Everett, Dorothy Boone, Amber Hammond, Patricia Peterson, and Gentiva Hospice. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home - Boykins on Feb. 3, 2023. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Jessie-Edwards 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/jessie-edwards-obituary?id=40421019 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Jessie Marie Overby Edwards, 92, died on 3 February 2023 in Branchville, Virginia. Born 7 May 1930, she was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She worked at Branchville Machinery Company and supported her husband's farming operation for over 70 years. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services A memorial service was held at Boykins United Methodist Church on 5 February 2023 at 2:00 PM, followed by a reception at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions were requested for Branchville United Methodist Church or Branchville Volunteer Fire Department. ### The Edited Obituary Jessie Edwards Obituary Jessie Overby Edwards 7 May 1930 - 3 February 2023 Branchville - Jessie Marie Overby Edwards, 92, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus, peacefully at her home, on 3 February 2023 in Branchville, Virginia. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of seventy-three years, Horace Edwards, and her beloved children Nancy Partridge (Eddie) and Kenny Edwards (Koren). She will be fondly remembered by her grandchildren, Jessica Johnson (Jeremy), Tavia Cavallaro (Angelo), Emily Brown (William), Meredith Holt (Will), and Mark Partridge. She was also blessed with nine great-grandchildren, Madi and Adin Brown; Banks, Sailor, and Wells Johnson; Angelina and Sam Cavallaro; and Ellie and Asher Holt. Her family was her greatest treasure, and she was joyfully known as "Granny" by all those who knew her. Mrs. Edwards was born in Branchville, Virginia to Virginia Gertrude Overby and Collis Cuthbert Overby. She was the vice president of the 1947 graduating class of Boykins High School and later graduated from State Teachers College at Farmville, Virginia (Longwood University) in 1949. That same year, she married the love of her life, and began working for her father's business, Branchville Machinery Company. She also supported her husband's farming operation for over 70 years. Mrs. Edwards was very active in the United Methodist Church community, playing piano, teaching Sunday school, and supporting the local and regional church for over 70 years. In addition to her devotion to Christ and the community, she enjoyed corresponding with friends and family. She never let an occasion, celebration, or opportunity pass without providing the blessing of her handwritten notes, food, and prayer. She and her husband enjoyed weekly dancing dates with friends, gardening and sharing the fruits of their labor, and hosting many Sunday lunches for her loving family. A memorial service will be held at Boykins United Methodist Church on Sunday, 5 February 2023 at 2:00 PM. A reception will be held at the church immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the Branchville United Methodist Church or the Branchville Volunteer Fire Department in her honor. The Edwards family would like to extend its sincere gratitude for all of the loving support received by family, friends, and caretakers, including Paulette Barham, Bernice Mayfield, Stephanie Bunn, Shauna Long, Eileen Everett, Dorothy Boone, Amber Hammond, Patricia Peterson, and Gentiva Hospice. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Jessie Marie Overby Edwards | |---------|----------------------------------------| | Age | 92 | | Birth | 7 May 1930; Branchville, Virginia | | Death | 3 February 2023; Branchville, Virginia | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |-----------------------------|----------------|-----------------------| | Jessie Marie Overby Edwards | Decedent | Branchville, Virginia | | Horace Edwards | Spouse | Branchville, Virginia | | Collis Cuthbert Overby | Parent | -- | | Virginia Gertrude Overby | Parent | -- | | Nancy Partridge | Child | -- | | Kenny Edwards | Child | -- | | Jessica Johnson | Grandchild | --- | | Tavia Cavallaro | Grandchild | --- | | Emily Brown | Grandchild | --- | | Meredith Holt | Grandchild | --- | | Mark Partridge | Grandchild | --- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Jessie Edwards was vice president of the 1947 graduating class of Boykins High School. 2. She graduated from State Teachers College at Farmville, Virginia (Longwood University) in 1949. 3. She began working for her father's business, Branchville Machinery Company, in 1949. 4. She supported her husband's farming operation for over 70 years. 5. Mrs. Edwards was very active in the United Methodist Church community for over 70 years. 6. She played piano and taught Sunday school at the church. 7. She enjoyed corresponding with friends and family through handwritten notes. 8. She and her husband enjoyed weekly dancing dates with friends. 9. They also enjoyed gardening and sharing the fruits of their labor. 10. The couple hosted many Sunday lunches for their family. ### Publication Details | Place | Name | Date | |------------|---------------------|------| | Legacy.com | Wright Funeral Home | Boykins | 3 February 2023 |