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Obituary For Dea. John L. Edmonds
Deacon John Lewis Edmonds was born to the late Benjamin and Lucretia Edmonds on July 23, 1943, in Littleton, North Carolina, and was the youngest of five children. He was educated in Halifax County Public Schools and graduated from McIver High School in 1962. During his childhood, he was an active member of Carter’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.
John attended North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, North Carolina, majoring in mechanical engineering and air conditioning and refrigeration until 1965. He then was employed at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill until early 1966. John married the former Clara Powell, joined the United States Air Force, and was stationed at Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama City, Florida, in November 1966. After four years, he was honorably discharged, and John and Clara decided to make Panama City their home.
His professional career included a variety of business endeavors. He was a Metropolitan Life insurance representative for five years, a franchise owner of Tempaco, Inc. (air conditioning, refrigeration, industrial controls, etc.) for 21 years, and an employee for Stromquist & Co. until retirement. Following retirement, he enjoyed his favorite hobbies of woodworking, boiling peanuts, growing vegetables, and spending time with his family.
He was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church where he was ordained as a deacon in the late 1970s. He served God, his church, and his community in many ways - chairman of the deacon board, board member for the Macedonia Panama Gardens Apartments, choir organist, handyman, and anywhere necessary. John was a spiritual stalwart and lived his Christian beliefs. He worked extremely hard and lovingly guided, supported, and provided for his family.
He transitioned peacefully on November 17, 2022. He leaves to share his memory, Clara, his wife of 56 years, his daughter Kim (LaRhann), two grandchildren, Laurel and Logan, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at 11:00 am at the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church located on Cove Boulevard in Panama City, FL. Interment will follow in the Kent Forest Lawn Cemetery on Harrison Avenue with the caring staff of Battle Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Eternal Peace Basket was sent for Dea. John L. Edmonds - November 24, 2022
Joyce L Boudoin sent Traditional Floor Basket for Dea. John L. Edmonds - November 22, 2022
Our sincere condolences. May God grant you comfort and peace during this time. Love Luther, Joyce, Alexis and Loryn Boudoin
Sherwanna F Clarke sent Serene Retreat for Dea. John L. Edmonds - November 21, 2022
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy as you celebrate the life and legacy of Mr. Edmonds. With love, Ian and Sherwanna Clarke
Frederica Dennis sent The Peace Lily for Dea. John L. Edmonds - November 21, 2022
May God's sustaining peace and the enduring love you share sustain you until eternity.
Rev. Dr. Jeffrey L., Frederica, and Jasmine Dennis
Even though our hearts are heavy, we find comfort in knowing that we'll meet again one day. Our earthly friendship and all the great times will forever be cherished.
Deacon Tommy and Cassandra Hinson Panama City, FL
Clara and Kim, God is close in times of sorrow as he is in times of joy. May the reassurance of His loving presence 🌄 make your loss easier to bear 🙏. Perhaps it is not a star🌟 but a smile of a loved one ❤️ gone before us. Love and memories live forever and ever. May love bring you comfort💕 and time bring you peace. Thinking of you with heartfelt sympathy. The Frank Edmonds Family, Baltimore, Maryland.
Uncle John, The memories of growing up with you in Grandma and Grandpa's house has and will always make me smile and warm my heart ❤️ May you walk in quiet peace knowing that God will care for your every need. Love is forever. Faye
Our deepest sympathy to the Edmonds family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We look forward to the time when there will be no need to cry. Revelation 21:3-4 COF
Although our hearts are heavy, we rejoice in the Lord because we know where you are and we know we will see you again. Your love for God shined bright and encourages us to stay strong. Your love, encouragement and support for us will never be forgotten. We love you Uncle John. Love Pastors Glenda and Donald Smith, our children and grandchildren🥰🙏🏾
To be absent from this body is to be present with the Lord. Rest on Uncle John, remember, you can't crown Him til I get there!
To be absent from this body is to be present with the Lord. Rest on Uncle John, remember, you can't crown Him til I get there
To be absent from this body is to be present with the Lord. Rest on Uncle John, just remember, you can't crown Him til I get there.
Your nephew, Grant
Our sincere condolences trust in the Lord he will see you through our prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Dec Joe & Carolyn Jackson
Although no words can really help ease your loss, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Calvin and LaMetrius Byrom
Uncle John, I will miss our long talks about music and playing the (organ for you and drums for me) You were such an inspiration and I admired your love for family. Thanks for accepting me into the family and loving me.
The smile on my wife's face every time she talked to you was priceless. You will truly be missed.
Love Jimmie Smith (Lori's husband)
Uncle Dad, I will miss our long talks, the laughter, the encouragement and my yearly hand made gifts. I have them all because each one holds a special place in my heart. Thank you for loving me like a niece and a daughter. You're forever in my heart. Love your niece, Lori - whom you affectionately called your daughter. GBNF #untilwemeetagain
Prayers for sustaining peace and commfort that only God can provide during this time.
Rev. Dr. Jeffrey L., Frederica, and Jasmine Dennis
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
