Habersham Furniture Mourns the Passing of Founder Joyce Edwards Cash Eddy

Furniture World News Desk on 12/31/2024

Joyce and Matt Eddy

Habersham Furniture announced the passing of its founder, Joyce Edwards Cash Eddy, on October 24, 2024, at the age of 95. An entrepreneur, gifted artist and creative force, she left behind a legacy of timeless design and family-inspired tradition that has enriched homes and communities for over five decades.

Born on October 4, 1929, in Ravenna, Ohio, to William and Cora Mae Cash, she founded Habersham Furniture in Clarkesville, Georgia, in 1972. Drawing on her profound love for art, antiques, and design, she guided Habersham Furniture from a local artisan endeavor into a nationally recognized brand celebrated for impeccable craftsmanship, classic style, and enduring quality.

Her entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to uplifting women in business earned her recognition, including in 1986, when President Ronald Reagan recognized her as Georgia Businesswoman of the Year during a White House briefing for women entrepreneurs.

For those who knew her personally, her life was defined by compassion, faith, and a heartfelt desire to share beauty. She lived with a fiery spirit and generosity, leaving a positive imprint on everyone who crossed her path.

After a distinguished career, Edwards Cash Eddy retired from Habersham, leaving her son, Matt Eddy, to guide the family business alongside his children, Brandon and Mallory Eddy.

“Joyce built a life and a company around celebrating art and design,” said Matt Eddy. “Her legacy lives on in the pieces we create the relationships we build, and our commitment to quality and elegance. We remain steadfast in carrying her vision forward with the same passion and integrity she inspired.”