James Frank Edwards Jr., son of James “Stump” Edwards and Bessie Orr, died on May 16, 2022 at the age of 91.
Frank was born on May 5, 1931 in Richland Springs, where he graduated from high school.
He served his country in the U.S. Air Force after high school. He then met and married his wife of 65 years, Janis Tucker.
Frank had a diverse career owning several businesses in the Killeen area. His most memorable job was working in maintenance running the bus barn.
He could play just about any instrument by ear. Many will remember his musical talents and may have played with him on occasion.
During his retirement, he took to barbecuing and enjoyed feeding people.
He was preceded in death by his wife.
Survivors include his children, David Edwards of Buchanan Dam, Donald Edwards and wife Wanda of Farr West, Utah, DeNay Irons and husband Mark of Austin, and Jana Busby and husband Mike of Waco; five grandchildren; and 12 greatgrandchildren.
A service was held May 19 at First Street Church of Christ in Lampasas. Interment followed at Andice Cemetery. Heritage Funeral Home had charge of arrangements.
