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Obituary For Edward Greenwood

Edward Greenwood was born on April 19, 1968 in Durant, MS to Felix and Lillie D. Greenwood. He passed away unexpectedly due to a heart attack on May 15, 2020 at his residence in Alexandria VA at the age of 52.

He graduated in 1986 from McAdams High School in Sallis, MS. After graduation he joined the Navy and retired after 22 years of service. He earned several medals. While in the Navy Edward earned his Bachelor's Degree in Management of Technical Operations and Master's in Management. Upon retirement from the Navy he started a second career with Preferred Systems Solutions (McLean, VA) as a Lead Contract Specialist supporting the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He was looking forward to retiring from that current job next year and pursuing his love of traveling and spending time with family.

Edward was a dedicated and loving father to his daughter Kayla Southard (Stacy) and granddaddy to his grandson Adam Burton. He treasured his daughter and grandson and embraced every moment with them. He had a great sense of humor and always made people around him laugh. He made friends everywhere he went and was well respected and loved by his coworkers. He lived a very stress free, fulfilling life and always wished the same for his siblings. He leaves to mourn his passing, his daughter Kayla Southard (Stacy) and grandson, Adam Burton of Opelika, Alabama.

Along with the above-mentioned loved ones, Edward is survived by his father, Felix Greenwood, Jr of Sallis, MS. Four brothers: Felix, III (Ruth) of Sallis, MS.; Thomas of Canton, MS; Robert (Carol) of Virginia Beach, VA; and James (Patricia) of Sallis, MS. Five sisters: Mary N. Greenwood of Milwaukee, WI; Betty J. Roundtree (Rinzy) of Milwaukee, WI; Brenda J. Greenwood of Milwaukee, WI; Linda F. Riley of Sallis MS; and twin sister Evelyn Swain (Myron) of Lompoc, CA. The mother of his daughter, Karen Greenwood of Toney AL, also survives him.

His mother Lillie D Greenwood and oldest brother Cicero Greenwood precedes him in death. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles, will miss him dearly.

A graveside funeral service will be held at New Bethel Cemetery, 4202 Attala Rd 4213, Sallis, MS at 2:00 p.m. on May 29, 2020. However, due to the current state of affairs a private service is scheduled for immediate family only.

~PLACE OF GRAVESIDE: New Bethel Cemetery, Sallis, MS

~DATE OF GRAVESIDE: Friday 5/29/20 at 2:00 p.m.

~INTERMENT: New Bethel Cemetery, Sallis, MS

~VIEWING: Thursday 5/28/20 (1:00-4:00 p.m.) Friday 5/29/20 (10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.)

Guest Book

I'm at a lost for words! I have been trying to contact my brother for the last couple of years and my search has led me here! I'm in tears as Ed was like a brother to me. We served together in the Navy and both retired together. I will miss his deep conversations and wisdom. I will keep his family in our prayers, but this one hurts! Love you bro! - Grigley

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I wanted to send my condolences to Ed's family. I worked with Ed for a couple years at the FBI. He was a great co-worker and his many stories made the work days better. He was a wonderful human and someone I was proud to call a friend. He will be missed by many. Rest in peace Ed. -Tamara

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Ed, Just wanted to say thank you for all you did and you will be sorely missed... -Feticia Guest

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My deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of your loved one. To Ed thank youuuuu for your friendship over the past 5 years. Your stories from serving, retirement plans and your helpful financial advice is forever etched into my memory may your soul rest in heavenly peace. Ingrid Williams

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My prayers and sincere condolences to the family. I worked with Ed for a few years at the FBI. He was truly a blessing and great friend. I will never forget how he helped me and my husband. I will miss the daily cooking talks. Gwen Campbell, Co-Worker

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My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I briefly worked with Ed at the FBI in DC. He was such a great resource of help to me. I not only lost a former coworker but I lost a fellow Veteran and friend. He was such a blessing to so many Veterans helping them obtain benefits and giving guidance. From one Army Soldier to one Navy Sailor RIP Ed HOOAH!!! ShaReese Garner

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I am with you in your time of lost. Love never dies and as long as you are alive he is with you. Parents are not perfect yet God is in control. I am sending my prayers are with you family. Blessed are they that morn for they shall be comforted.

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My sincere condolences and prayers to the family. I (Althea) worked with Ed for several years at the FBI in Washington DC. Extremely conservative, well respected no nonsense gentleman. I will missed the occasional calls and emails. Rest in peace Ed!

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My thoughts and prayers are with Ed's family and others who loved him. Ed and I (an Air Force veteran) would joke about retiring to the the Old Soldiers home on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. I imagine we would have had a lot of Marine and Army jokes. What a hilarious, kind, and decent person you were. Blessings to those who enjoyed Ed. Leonard Wines, Co-worker

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Ed you never knew, my personalized tags are Cicero, your eldest brother's name.smile

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The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for all the love, prayers, flowers, cards and condolences that have been graciously extended. We thank you so much. We extend our appreciation to Pastor Mac Jamison and Winters Funeral Home. The Greenwood Family.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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