Obituary of Jewell Lee Edwards

Mr. Jewell Lee Edwards, 75, was born on August 8,1942 in Washington, AR. He passed away peacefully on July 5, 2018 in Little Rock, AR. He is preceded in death by his Mother and Father, 1 brother, and 1 son. He was an active member of the Eleventh Street Baptist Church, where he served as an usher. He was also a member of the Eleventh Street brotherhood. Mr.Edwards was an avid fisherman, he loved gardening, and he was an amazing cook. Mr. Edwards was well known for baking cheesecake and cooking ribs. He retired from Cooper Tire USW752L.

He leaves to cherish his memories:

3 Sons: Jerry Lee Edwards of Shreveport, LA. William (Taniala) Edwards of Athens, TX and Vincent Edwards of Arlington, TX.

3 Daughters: Cynthia (John) Hemphill of Foreman, AR. Geraldine (Tony) Roberts and Josette (Jerry) Boons of Little Rock, AR.

1 Brother: George (Ruthie) Edwards of Texarkana, TX.

1 Sister: Willie Bell Dixon of Texarkana, AR.

14 Grandchildren, 13 Great-Grandchildren & 1 Great-Great Grandchild

As well as a host of many other relatives and friends.

*Special Thank You to Estella Edwards for continued love and support, and standing in the gap throughout his illness*