Chad Edwards Obituary

This obituary commemorates the life of Chad Edwards, highlighting his personal journey, academic achievements, and professional career.

A typical Iowa cornfield, reminiscent of Chad Edwards' upbringing.

Chad Eric Edwards (1969-2024)

Chad Eric Edwards was born December 15, 1969, to Robert and Diane (Wiggins) Edwards in Union County, Iowa. Chad was raised and continued to live in Fontanelle, Iowa, on the acreage that he grew up on. He graduated from Bridgewater Fontanelle High School with the class of 1988. He was active in football, basketball, FFA, served as FFA Vice President, was on the FFA Sentinel and in the Letterman's Club all throughout High School. Chad had many names that he went by besides his given name, Chuck, Chuckles, Charlie, and Shark, are just a few. Pastor Steven Broers will officiate the service with burial at a later date. Please feel free to wear Iowa Hawkeye, Dallas Cowboy or Bridgewater-Fontanelle attire to the service.

FFA emblem, marking Chad Edwards' involvement in the organization during high school.

Charles Clayborn Edwards III (1974-2024)

Charles Clayborn Edwards III “Chad”, of Charlotte NC, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Chad was born on July 22, 1974 in South Boston VA to Charles C. and Judy M. Edwards and was married to Keely Monroe Edwards.

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Skyline of Charlotte, North Carolina, where Chad Edwards spent a significant part of his professional life.

Education and Career

After graduating from Halifax County High School, Chad continued his education, graduating cum laude from the College of William Mary in 1996. He received a BS in Business Administration majoring in finance and received the Wall Street Journal Award for top finance student and was a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society. Chad interned for J.P. Morgan & Co. in New York and accepted a position as an analyst for Bank of America Securities in Charlotte, NC after graduation.

Chad continued his education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill receiving a Master of Business Administration and was a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society. in New York, he accepted a position and was promoted to vice-president in global leveraged finance. It was during this time that his life was impacted by the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center. Chad accepted a position with Wells Fargo Securities serving as managing director of leveraged finance and relocated to Charlotte.

Here's a summary of Chad Edwards's education and career:

InstitutionDegree/PositionYear/Location
Halifax County High SchoolGraduation
College of William & MaryBS in Business Administration (cum laude)1996
J.P. Morgan & Co.InternNew York
Bank of America SecuritiesAnalystCharlotte, NC
University of North Carolina at Chapel HillMaster of Business Administration
Wells Fargo SecuritiesManaging Director of Leveraged FinanceCharlotte

Community Involvement

Chad was a life-long member of Berry Hill Presbyterian Church in South Boston and attended Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte. He was an active member of the William & Mary and UNC Alumni Associations.

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