Fred Edwards Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Fred Edwards of Dexter, Missouri, born in New Madrid, Missouri, who passed away on August 19, 2025, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Fred Edwards to show support.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Fred leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Fred may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Uel Lee Edwards and Evelyn Treece Edwards; and his grandsons, Billy Wayne Garner Jr. and Justin Glen Holifield. He is survived by: his wife Melba Sue Gates; and his children, Freddy Lee Edwards of Kelso, Billy Garner of Cape Girardeau, Jimmy Garner of Dexter, Scotty Garner of Illinois and Janis Bruce of Sikeston, Missouri. He is also survived by fifteen grandchildren, and fifteen great-grandchildren.
