Birth date: Dec 4, 1945 Death date: Jun 11, 2022
Mae Frances Dawson Edwards Self was born in Plant City, Florida on December 4, 1945 to Benjamin and Frances Dawson. She grew up in Lakeland, Florida and graduated from Kathleen High School class of 1964. She worked at People's Ban Read Obituary
Mar was my neighbor for many years. We spent time together just sitting outside visiting and even raking fall leaves together. She was the best neighbor you could have. She talked lovingly about her family. Rest in peace Mae. Jill Humphrey
My memories of Mae Dae have been mostly through the eyes of her daughter Belinda. Mother/Daughter relationships are unique, sometimes challenging and sometimes they draw out gifts and strengths we never knew we had.
Belinda told the world that her mother mattered, that she was worth the love and care she was pouring into her - even when it wasn't Hallmark - even when it hurt - through the covid challenges - even when she thought she had no more love to give. When love is not enough - we tap into God's love - because God's love never fails.
Belinda worked at finding that smile on her mom's face - on bringing treasures to her that would let her visually see all the love she had for her momma. My dear friend fought for her mom and her right to live her last days in comfort and peace.
My prayer for the family is for peace. I pray they embrace the gift of grief - that they take the time to be held closely by the Lord - under the shelter of the Most High and receive all the Love He has for them.
Rest in peace Mae Dae, Maggie
