James “Jim” G. Edwards
November 16, 2012
Obituary
MADISON/POYNETTE – James G. “Jim” Edwards, age 61, passed away on Friday, Nov. 16, 2012. He was born on Nov. 6, 1951, the son of Duane and Lois Edwards. Jim enjoyed spending time on the lake in his retirement. He worked for Oscar Mayer for 30 years, retiring in 1998. He also worked for Dunham Express and as a TSA agent for the Madison Airport. Jim was an avid golfer, hunter, fisherman, and longtime member of the American Bowling Congress . He was a member of Sons of American Legion, a lifelong member of NRA and a 30 year member of United Food and Commercial Workers Union, Local 538. Jim is survived by his daughters, Stacy (Michael) Rich and Kristine (Chris) Wright; and their mother, Kathy (Kohl) Edwards; grandchildren, Evan and Kylie Rich, Lauren, Hadleigh and Landon Wright; and a sister, Susan Kohl (Ron). He was preceded in death by his parents. A celebration of life will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012, with a gathering to follow at VFW Post No. 7591, 301 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison. A special thank you to the staff at Meriter ICU and Angels Grace Hospice for their compassionate care.
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Don and Mary Schey
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To the family of Jim: We were saddened to learn of Jim leaving us. We did not know he was ill. His smile will always remain with us. He always was the one to get the Oscar boys together for lunch after retirement. He also let us enjoy his home on the lake. Sincere sympathy to you, Don and Mary
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The Heinemann Family
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Kristine and family,
We were so saddened to hear about your loss. Your dad sounded like such a great guy with an amazing sense of humor and positive outlook on life. Please know the neighborhood is here to help y'all in any way we can.
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Marla Slinger
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I met Jim this summer when we had dinner with a mutual friend, Mary Beck. He was such a wonderful man, he had the art of conversation. I just wanted to express my sympathy and wish you the best.