Mr. John William Edgar , Jr
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Mr. John William Edgar , Jr

  • December 3, 1944 - September 19, 2011
  • McDonough, Georgia
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“John was such an inspiration in leading me to Christ. I could always count on him for prayers and an encouraging word. Eternal peace be to him. I...Read More » ”
1 of 5 | Posted by: Star Essex - louisville, KY

“Angela, my prayers are with you during this difficult time. I'm very sorry for your loss. Laura Crumbley ”
2 of 5 | Posted by: Laura Crumbley - McDonough, GA

“I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Edgar was such a kind and caring man, and I will always cherish the fond memories I had in the Timberridge youth...Read More » ”
3 of 5 | Posted by: Megan Martin - Caledonia, MS

“Angela, John was a such a positive and fun person. We always enjoyed when he visited the office with Jasmine. His outstanding personality would...Read More » ”
4 of 5 | Posted by: Denise Sowell - McDonough, GA

“Jimmy and I are so sorry at your loss. John was a great man and will missed by everyone. He had such a kind heart and was always concerned about...Read More » ”
5 of 5 | Posted by: Karen and Jimmy Cook - McDonough, GA


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Mr. John W. Edgar, Jr., age 66, of McDonough, GA passed away September 19, 2011. John was born in Gadsden, AL the son of the late Mabel Parker Edgar and John William Edgar SR. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Katie Edgar and a brother, Doug LaCroy. John graduated from Piedmont High School and the University of Alabama. He was a faithful member of Timberridge Presbyterian Church where he served as an Elder and enjoyed being in the Hand Bell choir. He was an avid Alabama Fan, he enjoyed gardening, humming birds, hunting, fishing, snow skiing and traveling. Survivors are his wife, Angela Adams Edgar of McDonough; children, John Edgar III (Dina) of Duluth, Laura Cannistra (Peter) of Seattle, and Adam Edgar (Jessica) of Ray City; 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Funeral service for John will be Wednesday, September 21, 2011 – 3:00 PM at Timberridge Presbyterian Church with Rev. Matt Allison officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6 – 8:00 PM. Haisten Funeral Home – McDonough 770-914-8833 haistenfunerals.com