James Edwards Obituary

Jim Edwards, Oral surgeon, Governor, Medical University President, Statesman, Gentle Human Being, All Without Peer. Rest In Peace, You have paid your dues many times over. South Carolina & the World have lost a great Patriot but God has gained a new Disciple.
The Douan Family

When I worked at Republican Headquarters I knew him as such a kind, caring gentleman. Surely he will be missed by so many having contributed so much to so many. My heart goes out to all of you and I send my very deepest sympathy.

I'm saddened to hear of the passing of Gov. Edwards. I met him under the the most unlikely of circumstances, at the 1980 Republican National Convention in Detroit that nominated Ronald Reagan for his first term. We couldn't have been more different; Gov. Edwards was an affable southern gentleman, and I was a long-haired reporter for a northern alternative weekly newspaper. He arrived at the convention late for the opening ceremony and seated himself next to me in the gallery. He introduced himself and asked what had happened in his absence. I filled him in and he politely thanked me. We ran into each other twice more during the proceedings that week, and each time he remembered my name, again thanked me and inquired how I was doing. It was enough that I immediately recalled our meetings when I read the news of his death this evening. My condolences to his family.

We will always feel honored to have been called his friends.
He was truly an amazing person. Anne we love you and share your sorrow in his passing and your joys in his living. He has received his reward for serving our Lord and Savior. Oh' Be Joyful.

I was sorry to hear about the passing of the greatest Governor and Statesman South Carolina will ever know, my friend Gov. James B. Edwards.Not only did this Governor appoint me to the S.C.Human Affairs Commission in 1976, he also extended an open invitation to me to visit his office at any time without an appointment.To this family, please know that your loss is shared by many with memories to cherish.

James Beard jr
Timmonsville, S.C.

I respectfully light a candle in the memory of our dear family friend, Jim Edwards. Our love to Ann and Family, with many cherished memories shared over the years with the Phillip D. Sasser Family.

We extend heartfelt condolences to family and friends on their loss of Mr. Edwards. What an accomplished man who will truly be missed. May treasured memories warm your heart and comfort you during your time of grief.

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

I am saddened to hear of Governor Edwards death. It was my extreme pleasure and honor to care for him on his visits to MUSC and Dr Fox. He was always so sweet and down to earth. Mrs Edwards and family my thoughts and deepest feelings go out to you all. I am a better person for having known him.

What a privilege for us to have known Jim and the entire family. He has left quite a legacy and will be missed by many. Our sincere sympathy to all of you.

Dr. Jim was an exemplary professional, politician and human being. My prayers go out to the entire Edwards' family during this difficult period. I remember when my Mom and Miss Vertie would travel together to the Methodist nursing home, when my Mom got invited to tea at the Governor's mansion, and when Jimmy took me to my fist formal dance. I still have the remnants of my corsage from that night that was made from a beautiful purple orchid grown by Dr. Jim.

All our love, thoughts and prayers to the family. May God bless you with peace knowing he now walks with the one he lived his life to meet, Jesus Christ.

Thank you for sharing this wonderful man with us for so many years. Rest in Peace Dr Edwards.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of a truly good man, Dr. Jim Edwards.

Ann and Family, My sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. His mother, Bertie, was my fifth grade teacher at SI Elementary School, and some years back, he was my teen daughter's surgeon removing her wisdom teeth. Over the years as we met, this busy man remembered me and spoke with kindness. My last contact was in October 2013 at the MHS 50's reunion on Goldbug Island. He was loved and admired by so many. May God comfort your hearts as you miss him in your lives.

Thanks to the family for sharing this great man with us. He treated all very well over the years. His efforts at MUSC and in state government improved health care and medical training. I enjoyed his stories of summers in Hollywood and his many travels. He led in many causes to improve the plight of the poor. He is already missed.

Sending prayers to Anne Edwards and family at this difficult time. Governor Edwards was a true Southern gentleman whom everyone adored! He will be greatly missed.

Jim Edwards touched thousands of lives in his roles as Oral Surgeon, Governor, Secretary and University President. Yet he made each person feel as if they were special to him. His generosity of spirit and humility are a model for us all. I treasure his guidance and kindness and that of his wife and best friend, Ann. We will not see his like again.
Danielle Newberry Ripich

Sending God's love and peace to this wonderful family.

We extend our deepest condolences to Anne and your family. You were a true icon to Charleston, S.C. and the U.S. We can not imagine life without your robust laughter. Thank you for your service, your many kindnesses to us and to my Mom. I will have to say, "you were one of a kind." Gentle and loving to your family and your friends. Rest in Peace our dear friend.

What a wonderful life, Dr. Jim. Go with God now. Our sympathies to you Mrs. Ann.

I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful man and was dearly loved by the Utsey family. My heartfelt sympathy.
Joyce Utsey Asbelle

Mr. Jim Edwards actually touched the lives of my family, and he was a good friend to my grandfather Fred B. Towles. May God's eternal light shine on him. God Bless his family.

Dr. Edwards pulled my wisdom teeth as the recommendation of my orthodontist, Dr. Mendelsohn, when I was 15 ~ what a lovely man and an awesome oral surgeon! Prayers to the entire Edwards family during this time.

Jim was the quintessential patriot and southern gentleman. Rest in peace my friend.

TO the Edwards family we the Fludd-Jerideau family wish to extend to you our deepest sorrow and condolences. We are not only your neighbors of Mount Pleasant, but our very proud followers of your years of service and committed faithfulness in times of need. Thank You. Da Ceila grand & great grands.

With Sadness for the lose we send prayer and
Comfort to the Family
Jerry and Ilse white

Sending prayers and my deepest sympathy.

Edwards Family,
My sincere sympathy to your family. I pray you find comfort in our Lord and in your precious memories.