Edsell, James R., age 81, of Knoxville, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2013. Member of West Haven Baptist Church. Always willing to help family and friends, and gave faithfully to his church. Veteran, U.S. Army. Preceded in death by his wife, Polly Edsell; sister, Irene. Survived by his son, Douglas Edsell; daughter, Joyce (David) Goode; grandson, Travis Goode; brothers, Henry, Fred, Ronald; sister, Wanda Gaddis. Family will receive friends at Weaver Funeral Home, 6-8pm Thursday, with 8pm service, Rev. Geoff Prows officiating. Family and friends will gather at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens, Friday, 1:45pm for 2pm interment services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite children’s charity. Arrangements by Weaver Funeral Home, 5815 Western Avenue (588-3868). Condolences may be left at www.weaverfuneralservices.com