Margaret Ann Edwards

Obituary for Margaret Ann Edwards Margaret Ann (Peggy) Edwards passed away peacefully at home in Fort Jones, California on October 28, 2020. Margaret is survived by her son Tim Edwards, daughter in law Mary (Volkay) Edwards, daughters Mary Parker, Joy Edwards, Julie McQuoid, and son in law Mat McQuoid; grandchildren Dan Edwards (and wife Margaret (Johnson) Edwards and children Abigail, Andy, David and Caitlin), Christina (Edwards) Denman (and husband Damon Denman and children Makenzie, Madison and Lucy) Luke Edwards (and wife Rose (LaJoye) Edwards and children Elena, Felicity, George, Josephine, William and Carina) Amanda Stegall (children Connor and Camille Coyle), Geoffrey Stegall (and wife Alexis Philavong-Stegall), Donald McQuoid and Della McQuoid; Aunt Betty (Potter) Willson, sister-in-law Betty Eastlick and brother-in-law Arnold Justice; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Margaret was preceded in death by her father Charles Byron (Barney) Eastlick, mother Della Catherine (Potter) Eastlick, husband George, siblings Janet (Eastlick) Justice, Bernard (Bud) Eastlick and John Eastlick. Margaret was a loving, kind and generous mother, grandmother and friend. She was born April 9, 1927 in Oro Fino, California and graduated from Yreka High School. Living through the depression had an impact on her core values and the person she was. Prior to marrying George she had some interesting jobs including a roller skating order filler at Sears Roebuck Catalog Center while living with her Aunt Betty in Oakland, California. She also worked in Dr. Shclappi's office in Yreka for several years. After raising four children in Scott Valley, she returned to school in her fifties to earn her AA degree. Her family was so proud. She then went to work for the Siskiyou County Dept of Human Services. The calming effect she had on others was very helpful in her work there for many years. Margaret was a devoted member of the Etna United Methodist Church. Her favorite pastimes included making special quilts for her many grandchildren, crocheting and knitting amazing sweaters for family and friends, reading and crossword puzzles. The family greatly appreciates the loving care provided by her caregiver Jen. Her kind heart and quiet strength will be missed by all who knew and loved her. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m, Friday, November 6 at Fort Jones Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please donate to Madrone Hospice, 255 Collier Circle, Yreka, CA 96097.

Margaret Ann Edwards

April 9, 1927 - October 28, 2020