William Charles Edwards, 82, of Lynn died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010 in St. Lukes Hospital, Columbus.

Born in Polk County, he was the son of the late Charles B. and Maudi Swann Edwards. He served in the U.S Army during the Korean Conflict, and was a member of Pacolet Baptist Church, Lynn.

Surviving is his wife, Maisie R. Edwards; a son, Roger C. Edwards (Susan) of Asheville, N.C.; two grandchildren, Charles Blain Edwards of Asheville, N.C., and Martha E. Arledge of Mooresboro, N.C., as well as two great grandchildren, Alyssa and Austin Arledge, and a step-granddaughter, Monica L. Wilson of Asheville, N.C.

Graveside services will be held Friday, Dec. 31, 2010 at 11 a.m. in Polk Memorial Gardens, Columbus, with Rev. Bruce Norville officiating.

Memorials may be made to the St. Lukes Foundation, 101 Hospital Dr. Columbus, N.C. 28722.

An online guest register may be signed at www.mcfarlandfuneralchapel.com.

McFarland Funeral Chapel, Tryon.