James Edwards
Obituary
James Morris Edwards, Jr. was born in Connerville, OK on February 21, 1928 to James Morris Edwards, Sr. and Delylah (James) Edwards. He passed from this life on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 in Tulsa, OK at the age of 83. James graduated from the Chilocco Indian School and attended and graduated from the Naval Air Force Academy. He was a member of the Chilocco Executive Board and was inducted into the Chilocco Hall of Fame. He held the position of Vice President of the Choctaw Code Talkers organization and was a member of the Tulsa Indian Methodist Church. James loved the sport of bowling, golf and football. He is survived by his wife, Jeanie; his son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Samantha, of Tulsa; and a host of cousins and friends.
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Tributes & Memories
So sorry for your sudden loss.
Paula Cedar Barclay
Jim was a great man. He always had a kind word and a great smile whenever you saw him. He will truly be missed by the Chilocco Greater Southwest Chapter where he was a member. Our love and prayers go out for Jeanie and family members. Betty D. Shannon, President Keith Franklin, Vice President
Chilocco Greater Southwest Chapter of New Mexico
We were very saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was a great man with kind words and tender heart. We will forever call him friend. Jeannie, we will always be here for you.
J Paul Brown and Gayla Williams
Our sincere condolences to Jeannie and Mike on the loss of Jim. To those of us who worked with him on the Board, he exemplified not only a true leader, but vast knowledge about Chilocco, its history, and great wisdom that we will all miss. His legacy is the Chilocco Alumni Association and I know members truly loved the Edwards family. We always knew he had the answers when we had questions;
Jim Baker and CNAA
We as humans never want to face the loss of a loved one but as Christians we have our faith and we know that Jim is dancing with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We will miss him. My heart goes out to the family and Jeannie we love you and our prayers are with you and family.
Karlata (karley) Jackson