James Allen Edmiston Jr., 82, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at his home.
Jim was born on August 22, 1942, in Iredell County and was the son of the late James Allen Edmiston Sr. and Allie Gray Douglas Edmiston. He was a retired educator in the Iredell County School District.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Anne Edmiston; son, Doug Edmiston (Dede); stepson, Sam Wilson (Robbie); grandchildren, Blake Bowles, Jimmy Edmiston (Molly), Janie Edmiston and Charlie Edmiston; and sisters, Mary Tolbert (Carl) and Ethel Mercer (Ron). Also left to cherish his memory are his special friends, Mike and Diana Hill, Lois Gonzalez, Kay Robbins, Pam Bumgarner and Paula Zahm.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his daughter, Laura Bowles, and sister, Anne Edmiston.
A private Edmiston family memorial service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Iredell County, 2347 Simonton Road, Statesville, NC 28625 or to the Troutman Fire Department, 125 N. Main Street, Troutman, NC 28166.
The family would like to thank Jim’s Hospice team: Angela Tevepaugh, Abigail Alenso and Kendal Gulledge.
Troutman Funeral Home is serving the family.
My heart is so heavy! Mr. Edmiston was one of the greatest of all time!
So sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. The McConnell family of Mazeppa send to you our prayers and condolences to the family. Jim was a true Edmiston of his family, a man of character and honor. We will miss you Jim. Norris McConnell
Mr. E was a wonderful mentor to so many educators. My heartfelt condolences to the Edmiston family.
Rest in Peace, my Friend! Your smiling face will definitely Brighten up Heaven even more! I do hope you left that paddle at school! I enjoyed hauling hay as well as having you as a teacher! Your work here is finished! Until we meet again!
A great man who touched so many lives. Jim taught me a lot working with him in Iredell Statesville Schools. I have missed his chuckles, wonderful smile and no-nonsense wisdom when we would talk. I know the last several years have been difficult for Jim and his family. Rest assured that he is loved by so many whose lives he has touched. May God Bless Mary Ann, Doug and the family.
Til we meet again!
Mary Anne: I am so very sorry to learn of Jim’s passing. He was such a remarkable and kind man. I’ll always remember his sharp analysis of any situation, his humor, and the sparkle in his eye as he filled you in! He was a treasure that I know you and all his family will forever hold in your hearts. You’ll be in my prayers.