Rufus Edwards Sr. transitioned from this life Thursday, May 9, 2019. A celebration of life service will be held at noon Saturday, May 18, 2019, at Union Bethel AME Church. Viewing will take place from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, May 17, 2019, with a wake service from 6 to 7 p.m. at the chapel. Services are entrusted to Shivers Funeral Chapel. Visit shiversfuneralchapel.com.