James R. (Jim) Edwards, age 49, of Eucha, OK, died Wednesday January 6, 2010 at Freeman Healthcare Systems in Joplin. He was born July 17, 1960 in Bartlesville, OK the son of James R. and Connie (Bible) Edwards. He was raised and received his education in Dewey, OK graduating from Dewey High School. He moved to the lake area two years ago from Bartlesville and worked as a trim carpenter with Carl Lindesmith. Jim loved riding horses and mules. He enjoyed living on Grand lake, fishing, boating swimming and spending time with his family. James leaves behind his wife Kim of the home, his parents James and Connie Edwards Sr. of Bartlesville, OK, his children; Amanda Edwards, James R. Edwards III, Stephenh Edwards all of Tulsa, OK a step daughter Kynley Crouch of the home, one sister, Laura Lothe of Texas and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Family services are planed for a later date. Arrangements are by Luginbuel South Grand Lake Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.honoringmemories.com.