Mary Ann Edwards James Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Mary Ann Edwards James 1926-2022 Mary Ann Edwards James was born on July 7, 1926 in Crawford, Mississippi to Eva & John Edwards. At 3 months old her father died, leaving her mother with 8 mouths to feed. When Mary Ann was 5, she and her sisters were to taken to the Meridian Home for girls, in Meridian, Ms. Her father, being a mason, was such a blessing during the difficult era of the Great Depression. Mary Ann lived there throughout her high school years & also received secretarial training, which served her well as a career. She married Robert Clinton James and is survived by their three children; Robert Clinton James Jr. (Lorre), Judith Ann James, and Glenn Edward James. She is preceded in death by John & Eva Edwards (parents); Robert Clinton James (spouse); her four sisters, and two brothers. Mary Ann retired from Jones County Community Hospital in 1991. Much appreciation to the Masons of Mississippi for providing her a home & education, and also various libraries for providing audible books, and reading equipment. Maryanne expressed a great appreciation for the many friends who helped her over the years. Services for Mrs. James will be held on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. at Memory Chapel Funeral Home with a graveside service to follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in Mary Ann James’ name to Hattiesburg Living for The Blind. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.memorychapellaurel.com

Mary Ann Edwards James

July 7, 1926 - June 9, 2022