Edward James

Favors

Mr. Edward James Favors was born on April 11, 1948, to Andrew and Lois Favors in Griffin, Georgia. He received his formal education at Fairmont High School in Griffin, Georgia.

Edward accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age and was united with Providence Baptist Church, where he was a member until his passing.

Mr. Edward James Favors was self-employed as a Janitorial Contractor. In his leisure time he enjoyed being a jokester, fishing, traveling and he loved spending time with his family and friends.

On Monday, April 29, 2024, Mr. Edward James Favors entered the Heavenly Gates knowing there will be no more sickness, pain, suffering, only everlasting joy with his Savior Jesus Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Lois Giles; sister, Annette Lockette; brothers, Paul Giles, Lorenza Giles, Willie Andrew Giles, and Jimmy Giles; aunt, Eva Mae Favors; uncle, Ben Favors, Jr.; niece, Zenthia Giles, and nephews, Lorenza Giles, Jr., and Christopher Giles.

Mr. Edward James Favors leaves a lasting legacy, full of loving memories his wife, Margaret Favors; his children, Michael Favors (Audrey Shannon), Edward James Favors, Jr., Edward Lamar Favors, Vincent Favors, Lakesha Favors, Sherry favors, Beyona, and Shondre Mayes; a host of grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren; his siblings, Wayne (Gwendolyn) Giles, Rosa (Alvin) Grisham, Ruth (Robert) Turnipseed, Bernice (Arthur) Maddox, Mary Ann Gordon, and Uyvonnia (John) Colquitt; two sister-in-laws, Linda Giles, and Darlene Giles. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that will miss him dearly.

Final Thoughts: When I come to the end of the road and the sun has set for me, I want no rites in gloom filled room why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little, but not for long and not with heads bowed low. Remember the love that we once shared, miss me but let me go.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Burden's Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday,  May 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel at Burden's Funeral Home. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service hour. Pastor Renita Harris is the Eulogist.