Merry Christmas Edgar, age 87, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Aunt passed away February 24th, 2021. Born in Fitzgerald, Ga. on September 24th, 1933. She moved to Waycross, Ga at young age. She graduated from Ware County High school. Merry is preceded in death by her parents John L. Christmas, and Elizabeth Morgan Christmas, her brothers John Christmas, and Harald Christmas, her husband Gary L. Edgar. Merry is survived by her children Rick Edgar (Carol), Lindy Malsky (Alex). Grandchildren Matthew Edgar, Taylor Edgar, Emily E. Bari (Aymal), Shannon Murray (Geoff), Sam Martorella, Michael Puia, Tommy Hobbs, Merri Alice Hobbs. Great-grandchildren Elsie Edgar, Gracelynn Murray, Nate Murray, Raffi Bari, Ella Bari. Merry had a long and successful career with (Southern Bell, AT&T), she was given an award for the youngest female manager in the Southeast Division 1956. Her other loves were China Painting, where she held the position of President in her group in Jacksonville. Gardening was her favorite pastime, and enjoyed her friends in her Garden Circle. Merry will be missed by all who knew her, we will always cherish memories of her graciousness, kindness, and the ability to always have a cheerful outlook. One of those rare people who brought us JOY every time we saw her. She has left us a powerful example of how to live and care for others, how to endure, comfort, and triumph over life’s challenges. Graveside services will be held Friday, March 5, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Greenlawn Cemetery in Waycross Georgia. In Lieu of Flowers Donations may be made to Advent Christian Village P.O. Box 4305 Dowling Park Fl., 32064.
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