Edna Mae Fondren

1940 - 2017

Edna Mae Fondren obituary, 1940-2017, Centreville, AL

BORN

1940

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Rockco Funeral Home

805 BIRMINGHAM RD

Centreville, Alabama

Edna Fondren Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 11, 2017.

Mrs. Edna Mae Fondren entered into rest at her residence on Sept. 10, 2017. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Earl Fondren; son, Frederick Earl Fondren(Brenda); daughters, Melissa Ann Hicks(Martin) and Beverly Renee Stewart(Alan); brother, Lorenzo Kynard(Marlyn) of Greensboro; sister, Linda Baughtman(Breuer) of Carrollton, GA; grandchildren, Charity Fondren, Jason Fondren, Nathaniel Hicks, Rachel Hicks, Savannah Stewart, Ben Stewart; great grandchild, Colton James Fondren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Preston and Dozia Kynard; sisters and brothers, Beatrice Washburn, John Lewis Kynard, Dolan Kynard, Nellowayne Cook and Henry Jones Kynard.

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September 12, 2017

BETTY CRAWFORD

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY AT THIS TIME

September 12, 2017

Jennifer Watts

I never got to meet you but heard wonderful things and know that you are sitting at the feet of Jesus. Much love to Mrs. Beverly and family.

September 12, 2017

Charity Fondren

Heaven gained a beautiful angel. They don't make grandmothers like the one I had anymore. She passed around 9:25. I typed in 9:25 as to what verse would pop up. 1 Corinthians 9:25 "Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." This verse summarizes my grandmother's journey in life. Three years ago, we were called to say our goodbyes at the hospital but God touched her. We saw it and she saw what God did for her. She never strayed away from God. Her faith was strong. I am grateful the years after that with her.
I was the first granddaughter and grandchild so that was extra special to me because I have so many memories of just her and me together. She made about all of my baby clothes, clothes for school, blankets, bridesmaid dress, beautywalk dress etc. She could sew about anything. People knew her talent and would drive miles and miles for her sewing abilities. She was proud of that talent. I wish I could sew like her. I love hearing her sing and singing with her at church. Her voice reminded me of Vestal Goodman a gospel singer. Her faith in God was what I admired about her. She spoiled me with her tomatoe sandwiches, ham, mashed potatoes, and fried okra. She sure could cook. She would save me when i was in trouble. Oh boy she saved me one time from a switch whooping. I knew if I ran from my house and up the road to her house, she would save me from any whooping and she did hahaha. When I was little, we would pretend I was in beautywalks. My grandmother was the announcer. My ears were not pierced but we found Bobby pins as earrings. I could go on and on with awesome memories about her. I know she is not hurting anymore but I wish she was still here with us. God needed her more and knew her body was in pain. Seeing someone you love in pain breaks your heart. If you know me I am a grandma's girl always will. If you were fortunate to see and meet my grandparents, you knew they were soul mates for life. I admired there love and faithfulness for one another. Edna and Earl always forever❤❤❤❤. There is a huge piece of my heart gone but I know I will reunite with you in Heaven some day. For now, I know you will be with us as our guardian angel. Love you now, love you always and forever.....

September 11, 2017

Charity Fondren

Amazing Grace was the last song I heard you sing while you were at hospice. It was bitter sweet ❤

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