Freddie Edwards

Freddie Edwards, age 79, of Bladenboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025.

Freddie was born on June 27, 1946, in Robeson County, North Carolina, to the late Miles and Maybell Edwards. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Wendy Davidson, and his siblings Jimmy Edwards and Margaret Bryan.

Freddie was called to minister the Lord’s word on March 6, 1994, and faithfully served as a Deacon at Oak Grove Free Will Baptist Church for 19 years. His unwavering faith, humble service, and devotion to his church family were cornerstones of his life.

He worked as a rural mail courier for 25 years, a job he truly loved. His dependable nature and kind heart made him a welcome presence along his route, where he built lasting relationships with those he served.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Rosalie Jackson Edwards, of the home; his daughter, Rochele Davis, and her husband, Stan Davis; and his cherished grandson, Drake Davis. He is also survived by his sisters: Hilda Bordeaux, Elizabeth Packer (Kent), Wilma Dale Smith (Charles), and Sylvia Batton.

Freddie will be remembered for his quiet strength, steadfast faith, and deep love for his family. His gentle spirit, servant’s heart, and warm smile touched many lives and will be deeply missed.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 31, at Bladen Gaskins Funeral Home in Elizabethtown. A funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 1, at Oak Grove Free Will Baptist Church in Bladenboro, with Reverend Jackie Strickland and Reverend Henry Ward officiating. Burial will follow in the Bryan/Edwards Cemetery in Bladenboro.

 John 14:1-3 

Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am.