March 13, 2026, 68, Goldsboro – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Warren Devon Edwards, who departed this life on Friday, March 13, 2026 at UNC Health Wayne in Goldsboro, North Carolina. He was 68 years old.
Born on December 15, 1957 in Wayne County, NC, to the late James Lassiter and the late Esther Virginia (Edwards) Hamilton, Warren was a cherished member of his family and community.
A proud patriot, Warren enlisted in the United States Army in 1976. He served his country with honor and distinction for five years, achieving the rank of Sergeant (E-5). Following his honorable discharge, he continued his service for two years in the National Guard. Warren was a lifelong learner, and he furthered his education at Wayne Community College, where he pursued a degree in Automotive Systems Technology. He later worked as a foreman at Best Distributing Company in Goldsboro, NC, from which he retired in 2014.
He leaves to cherish his precious memories: his devoted daughter, Cassandra Yvonne Edwards (Edmond); his loving fiancé, NaToya Simmons of LaGrange; two sisters, Debbie Teachey and Sandra Sheppard of Goldsboro, NC; and two brothers. He was a proud grandfather to Demetrius Raiford, Tyre Vaughn, Keeiaru Lee, and Kuwaun Lee, and a doting great-grandfather to eleven great-grandchildren. He will also be deeply missed by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends
