James Edwin Edens, Sr., age 81, of Muskegon, passed away Saturday, May 5, 2012 at Lelia & Cyrus Poppen Hospice Residence in Muskegon.

The son of Quision & Dorothy (Pender) Edens, he was born on December 5, 1930 in Muskegon and worked as a shop worker.

Survivors include a son, Harvey Edens of Muskegon.

Honoring his wishes, cremation will take place.

Arrangements were entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.