Mother Clara Mae Edmond

Celebration of Life Services for Mother Clara Mae Edmond will be held Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 1:00PM. Location: New Bethel Baptist Church 12700 Hwy 57 – Irwinton, Georgia. Interment: Holliman Grove Church Cemetery – McIntyre, Georgia.

Mrs. Clara Mae Edmond was born on March 6, 1942, to the late Cora Pearl Jackson and Othar Baker. She grew up surrounded by her sisters and brother.

Clara was united in marriage to Johnny Preston Edmond, with whom she shared many years until his passing. Throughout her life, Clara was surrounded by a large and loving family who held a special place in her heart.

On September 22, 2026, Clara peacefully departed this life at the age of 84.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Preston Edmond; her parents, Cora Pearl Jackson and Othar Baker; her daughter, Brenda Edmond; three stepdaughters, Reita Bass, Cathy Butts, and Mary Ann Chambers-Pearson; one stepson, Eddie Edmond; her siblings, Justine Little, Helen Curry, Maggie Louder, Ella Mae Morgan, and Clarence Wallace; and her beloved sister in Christ, Christ Louise Ruffin.

Clara leaves to cherish her son, Jerry (Earnestine); her son-in-law, James Bass; her daughter-in-law, Ronna Edmond; her aunt, Hazel Byrd; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Clara will be remembered for the life she lived, the bonds she created, and the many special moments shared with those closest to her. Though her earthly journey has ended, her legacy will continue through her family and the generations that follow.

Mother Clara Mae Edmond will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Public Viewing will be held Friday, September 25, 2026, from 11:00-7:00PM at the funeral home.

Wilkinson County Memorial Chapel – Irwinton has charge of arrangements.