George Preston "Beaver" "Knute" Edwards, Sr., (82), of Chelmsford, formerly of Lowell, Lawrence, and Wilson, NC, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024 at his home. A Graveside Committal service will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 11 am at Rest Haven Cemetery, 1717 Bishop LN Forbes Lane, Wilson NC 27893. The family will assemble at 10:45 at the cemetery for the committal.

He was the beloved son of the late Willie Edwards and Lula May Edwards. George grew up and was educated in Wilson, NC.

After high school, he relocated to Massachusetts, first settling in Lawrence, then Lowell, and eventually making his home in Chelmsford after his retirement.

George worked as a welder for over 30 years at Process Engineering in Plaistow, NH. Beyond his professional life, he was passionate about music and enjoyed DJ'ing at parties, clubs, the ELKS, and Laconia events.

An avid fisherman, George also had a love for softball, particularly playing with his team, Soul Patrol.

He is survived by his five children: Tyler Dodge, Crystal, Melinda Crabtree, Kristen Harrell, and George Preston Edwards Jr. George is also survived by several grandchildren, many siblings, numerous friends, and his former wife and good friend, Carmen Joubert.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to The McDonough Funeral Home, 14 Highland St., Lowell, MA 01852, (978) 458-6816.

Local arrangements are entrusted to Edwards Funeral Home, 805 Nash St. SE, Wilson NC 27893.

You may direct condolences to edwardscares.com or fax to 252-206-1262.