"We are saddened on finding out about the passing of Verna Jean. She and Ivan welcomed us into their lives even though we are distant Collingwood relatives. They were very special to us. Please give our condolences to Ivan. Also hugs from us."
In loving memory of
Verna Jean Edwards
March 29, 1932 - October 10, 2016
Millersburg- Verna Jean Edwards was born March 29, 1932 near Webster, Iowa, the daughter of Francis Raymond & Verna Rose (Brannian) Grimm. She graduated from Millersburg High School in 1950 and went on to receive her teaching certificate from Central College in Pella. While at home she cooked in the summers at East Iowa Bible Camp. She taught for two years at Marengo before she married and later was a substitute teacher for different area schools. On June 4, 1954 Verna Jean was united in marriage to Ivan Kenneth Edwards at Community Church, Millersburg. Verna Jean was a member of the Community Church, rural Millersburg, where she taught Sunday school and VBS for many years. She was very active in Iowa County 4-H from club leader to several volunteer county positions. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, reading and following her grandchildren's activities. Verna Jean passed away on Monday, October 10, 2016 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines, at the age of 84 years.
She is survived by her husband Ivan of Pella; three children: Stephen R. Edwards of Grimes, IA, Rhea (Randy) Leete of Elk Horn, IA and David L. (Gwyn) Edwards of Monroe, IA; four grandchildren Nathan (Shannon) Leete of Avoca, IA, Jessica (Brad) Painter of Abeline, KS, Tyler Leete of St. Peter, MN and Payge Edwards of Monroe, IA; two great grandchildren Clay and Seth Painter; a sister Cheryl (Clayton) Linscheid of Sterling, IL; three brothers Ronald (Janice) Grimm of Deep River, Darryl (Peggy) Grimm of Williamsburg and Alan (Vicky) Grimm of North English; two step brothers James (Betty) Herdliska of Erskine, MN and Ron (Linda) Herdliska of Solon. She was preceded by her parents Raymond & Verna Grimm and her stepmother Jennie L. Grimm.
Celebration of Life Service will be held 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 14, 2016 at the Community Church, rural Millersburg. Pastor Lester Zook will officiate. Burial will be in the Community Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, from 5-7 pm at the Powell Funeral Home, North English. Memorials may be given to Community Church. Messages and tributes may be left at www.powellfuneralhomes.com
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"I pastored Community Church from 2008-2012. Verna Jean was a sweet lady who was married to a wonderful husband and honored veteran."
"Sorry to hear about the death of Verna Edwards. Wish we could attend but we live in Charleston, SC. Our prayers to all the Edwards Family. Charles Collingwood"
"My sympathies to the entire Grimm family. Jim, Ron and family, sorry for your loss as well of a sister acquired by marriage of Raymond to your mom who I endearingly loved as a friend. I remember her cooking at EIBC. She is in heaven with all those others passing on before her. Love, Helen Kirkpatrick "
"Dear Family, We wish we were a little closer and could be with you tomorrow. Very difficult to loose a parent! However, we have a very loving God who has blessed us with eternal life if we but believe in Him, as you all know. God gave me the song, "Going Home for Christmas" by Steven Curtis Chapman the first Christmas our mom was in heaven. Perhaps it will be of meaning to you as the holidays approach. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs from South Carolina."
"I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying you find peace in knowing she is in a better place. And that even though she is not here on earth, know she is with you always. She has influenced a part of each one of your lives and you have that part of her with you always. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. "
"Dear Brad and Jess, Thinking and praying for you all during this difficult time. Love you all! Steven and Lauren Van Buren "
" Thinking of you and your family Dave, my prayers are with you all."
"Sorry for your loss we are keeping you and your family in our prayers. Dan and Diane Gracey"
"I am so sorry for your loss. The death of a love one can be extremely difficult to cope with. Many have found comfort in the many promises found in God's word the bible. Acts 24:15 has special meaning for many. There it speaks about the resurrection. By means of the resurrection our loving Creator, Jehovah God, will restore life back to those sleeping in death as promised (Titus1:2). Please embrace this wonderful promise of God during this difficult time."