of Desha, AR
March 5, 1931 - December 11, 2010
Melba Jean (Cuzzort) Edwards, 79, of Desha, Arkansas died Saturday, December 11, 2010 at White River Medical Center in Batesville.
She was born March 5, 1931 in Desha, the daughter of Earnest Huey Cuzzort and Eulalah Carlile Cuzzort.
Melba graduated from Desha High School in 1948 and married Max Edwards, March 7, 1952. She worked at International Shoe Factory, Seiberling Rubber Company, was a cashier at Kelley's Restaurant, and was co-owner of M & M Coffee Service before her retirement.
Melba was a great mom and had a generous nature. She enjoyed Cardinal baseball and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of First Baptist Church at Desha and enjoyed singing in the choir.
She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Max Edwards of Desha; a son Glenn Edwards and wife, Cathy, of Batesville; daughter, Karen Edwards Yeager of Batesville; four grandchildren, Chad Edwards, Bronson Martin and wife, Jamey, Brian Edwards and Brady Yeager; great-grandchildren, Haley Renee Martin, Zachary Lee Martin, and Emily Grace Burgess.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and three sisters, Merle Dean Griffith, Ernestine Payne and Madeline Crowder.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at Desha First Baptist Church officiated by Bro. Troy Sharp and Bro. Clyde Spurgeon.
Burial will be in Alderbrook Cemetery at Desha.
Pallbearers are David Cullins, Mac Harmon, Tommy Kramer, Tom Carlile, Johnny Paul Taylor and Tommy Taylor. Honorary pallbearers are deacons of Desha First Baptist Church and her Grandsons.
The family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Monday, December 13, 2010 at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Scholarship Fund, Desha First Baptist Church, PO Box 129 Desha, AR 72527.
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27 Condolence(s)
Haley Martin
Saturday, February 20, 2021
Mim, i still miss you everyday i love you so much, i am so thankful for everything you did for me. i hope you are having the time of your life up there and causing so much trouble. I love you, ill see one day!
Gene and Greta Seward
Sunday, December 26, 2010
To the Edwards family: just wanted you to know that you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Would have been to the service, but my (Greta's) mom is still in the hospital and we're still taking turns staying with her.
Hope that your wonderful memories of your mom and grandmother bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Turl & Willa Taylor
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Max we were so sorry to hear about Melba--even though we knew how sick that she has been for a long time. We will miss her by just knowing that she isn't there with you. She was a special lady. We know that she didn't like to travel but maybe now is the time for you to come to San Diego. You are welcome anytime. Our Love and Sympathy--Turl & Willa
Linda Jeffrey Davis
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Max and Children,
Melba was one of the sweetest lady you would ever want to know..She was an angel here on earth, she will be missed .You and your family have my deepest sympathy.
Mary Ann (Street) Harvill
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Max, Glenn, Karen & families -
Just wanted you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Melba was such a special lady and I am so glad she was my friend! Take care of each other. Much love, Mike & MaryAnn
Betty Burge Cockrill
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Max, Glen, Karen and families. I am so sorry to hear about Melba. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will grant you a peace that only he can give.
Keith Salter
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
My prayers go out to Max, Glen and Karen during this time of loss. Melba was always so sweet to me and I shall always associate her with the FBC Desha choir. While we will all miss her, she is now cradled in the arms of Jesus and will be spending this Christmas in the presence of the Christ Child. She is indeed blessed.
Kay Stice
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Max, Glen, and Karen,
I'm very sorry for your loss. Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
BARBARA HUNTER REYNOLDS
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
MAX, KAREN, GLEN AND FAMILIES . I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF MELBA'S PASSING. PLEASE KNOW THAT MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL . BARBARA
Linda Jeffery Burgett
Monday, December 13, 2010
Max and Children, I was always so fond of Melba, she always remembered you even if she had not see you in years and always had a beautiful smile for everyone. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you
J.L& Royce Stubbs
Monday, December 13, 2010
Max,Glenn,Karen. Or prayers are with you at this trying time . May God comfort you as only he ca at such times. I often think of the time I worked with Melba at the Rubber Plant, she was such a fun person to know and work with, I treasure those memories, Loren
Kathy Burleson
Monday, December 13, 2010
Glen, Karen, and Max, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Melba. Just know that you are in my heart and on my mind during this difficult time.
Kathy Burleson
Jerry & Connie Townsley
Monday, December 13, 2010
Max, Glen, Karen and family, Melba was a wonderful and delightful woman. We will always remember her fondly. We're so sorry for your loss. You'll be in our prayers.
Bert & Lois Rasmussen Jernigan
Monday, December 13, 2010
Max, Karen & Glen
We are sorry for your loss. We know you will miss her.
We will remember you and your families in prayer in the days ahead.
David & Myra Todd
Monday, December 13, 2010
Karen and family
So sorry to hear about your mother's death.
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time.
Nancy and Sandra Wyatt
Monday, December 13, 2010
Max, Glen, Karen and Famlies
We shall always remember Melba as a Bubbly Ray of Sunshine who will contine to Shine On. We are so sorry for your loss.
Nancy and Sandra Wyatt
Batesville, AR
Bald Knob, AR
Pat Simmons
Monday, December 13, 2010
Max and family
I have very fond memories of Melba and
your family, especially the J.B. Kramer
Wholesale days. I always enjoyed visiting
with her. May God give you comfort during
these difficult times.
Margee Bell Castleberry
Monday, December 13, 2010
We were so sorry to hear about Melba. We always enjoyed being at the ball games with Melba and Max. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rick and Margee Castleberry
Johnny & Mary Hodges
Monday, December 13, 2010
Max and Family; So very sorry to hear of your loss at this time of the year. I think of you often and especially when in your area of the state. Haven't really heard from you since Mom was at Rolling Hills. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Johnny & Mary Hodges, originally from Bradford High School
Harlon & Shirley Martin
Sunday, December 12, 2010
To the family,
We will always remember Melba as sweet and caring lady. I always enjoyed visiting with her. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Our love
Laura Anderson
Sunday, December 12, 2010
We are lifting you up in our prayers during this difficult time. May God surround you in His love and give you peace and comfort.
In Christian Love,
Bryan, Laura & Marley Anderson
Todd, Resa & Stephanie Bolin
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Our prayers are with this family during this difficult time. Words are so hard to express, but remember God's love and comfort will give you the courage and strength for each day as well as the memories of one so dear to your heart. Always remember God gained an Angel.
Darrell,Linda, & Darrin Trammell
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Max & family
You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Richard & Marilyn Earnheart
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Glenn & family....So sorry to learn of your mother's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this sad time.
In His love..
Marilyn & Richard
Joanie Younger
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Max, Glenn, and Karen and family...I was so sorry to hear about Ms Melbas' passing...I never saw her that she wasn't smiling and she always knew ou, no matter where you were or how many years had passed since she'd seen you...She'll be missed by all who knew her...Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers...
Joanie Younger
Justin & Betty Burge
Sunday, December 12, 2010
This family has a special place in our hearts. Our prayers and thoughts are with you, particuarly, in this time. Love to yu'all Justin & Betty
Carolyn Wammack
Saturday, December 11, 2010
The family of Ms. Melba are in my prayers. She was a loving woman, suffers no more, and is in that beautiful place called Heaven. May God be with you during this difficult time.