Martha Edwards, 84, wife of William “Matt” Edwards, Jr., passed away Thursday, July 26, 2018, at her home in Sumter following a long illness.

Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Linda Rosser (Ricky); and a son, Larry Edwards (Jonnie). She was “Me-Ma” and Grandma to nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a sister, Mary Wright; a special niece like a daughter, Joyce McColl; and a special friend and neighbor, Stacy Bagwell.

She was preceded in death by two sons, Wayne Edwards and Bobby Edwards.

The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 P.M. Sunday at Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and other times at the home.

A graveside service will be held at 3:30 P.M. Sunday in the Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery with her beloved nephew, the Rev. Daniel McColl officiating.

The family extends special appreciation to Dr. Ansel McFaddin for his kindness and care to my wife and our Mother. We would also like to thank the staff of Hospice Care of South Carolina for all of their care and compassion.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 950 48th Avenue North, Suite 101, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.

Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium of Sumter is in charge of the arrangements.

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