Edward LaVerne Dedmon

Edward LaVerne Dedmon, age 93, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026. He was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on October 25, 1932, to the late Eppy and Cecil (Crump) Dedmon. Edward met his wife, JoAnn, when they were just 18 at Lake Aurora Christian Assembly in Lake Wales, FL, and they were married for 73 years. Edward was a US Air Force and National Guard veteran, who served during the Korean War. He worked as a Law Enforcement Officer for 46 years serving both the Tampa and Manatee area. Edward was a good-hearted man of God, and long-time member of North Mt. Zion Church of God. He was described as a pleasant spirit, who was easy to talk to. He was an avid hunter, and loved to practice his sharp-shooting skills. He loved his wife and family dearly, and he will be deeply missed.

Edward is survived by his wife, JoAnn; son, Eddie (Patti) Dedmon; daughter, Vicki Dedmon Gurganus; brother, Robert Dedmon; grandchildren, April Turner, David Prater, Jason Prater, Zackary Gurganus, Lonnie (Megan) Phillips and great grandson Zachary Phillips along with loving nieces and nephews. 

Celebration of Life: Saturday, November 7, 2026 at North Mt. Zion at 11:00am with Rev. Ryan Wilson officiating.