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Edith Fanning Obituary
Jeannette (Mershimer)
Age 81, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, July 5, 2008, in the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA, after a valiant effort against Alzheimer's. Edith was born June 2, 1927 in Princeton, PA, a daughter of Charles and Eva (Forbes) Mershimer. She graduated from New Castle Hospital School of Nursing in 1947, and retired in 1991 from The Green Home Nursing Home as an RN Supervisor. She was a Navy wife for 27 years. Edith was an avid golfer and belonged to the Tyoga Country Club, and was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Wellsboro. She enjoyed her family, reading, golf, and crossword puzzles. Edith was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend and will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved her. Edith is survived by her children, James (June) Fanning of Corning, NY, Robert Fanning of Tampa, FL, Susan (Robert) Cleveland of Wellsboro, PA; stepson, David (Carol) Fanning of Fort Collins, CO; stepdaughter, Rhonda Iacuzzo of Fort Collins, CO; grandchildren, Christopher (Paula) Fanning of Troy, NY, Erin (Andrew) Hughson of Big Flats, NY, Brian, Jonathon, Eric, Alexis, Andy, Garrett, Dylan and Crystal; a great-grandchild, Maredith Hughson; sisters, Jean Day, Lois Mershimer, Eleanor Judge, all of New Castle, PA, and Doris Turner of Tampa, FL; brothers, Richard Mershimer of Sharon, PA, John (Sis) Mershimer of New Castle, PA; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Barbara and Charles Baldwin of Troy, PA; several nieces and nephews. Edith was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Graydon; her sisters, Helen Ayres and Edna Biddle; and her brother, Joseph Mershimer. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, July 10, 2008, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating. Inurnment will be in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in Edith's memory to The Green Home, 37 Central Ave., Wellsboro, PA. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com
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The Day Family
July 9, 2008
The summer of 2007, Aunt Edith came to New Castle to stay for awhile. Even though she may not have known us, she still smiled and I guess we hoped inside that she recognized us. We will miss her.
Joann Curran
July 9, 2008
I always think of Aunt Edith smiling and laughing as she sat at Grandma's kitchen table when visiting the farm. As I got older I was reminded of my father's smile and her's being so similar. I looked forward to any visits from Aunt Edith, Uncle Gray, Jimmy, Bobby and Susan. It meant more fun at Grandma's for me for a week or two in the summer.
Eleanor Judge
July 8, 2008
My sister was one of the nicest people I have ever known. She was always there for me when growing up.She always looked like a movie star when she and Gray went to all the Navy functions.She was a big game player and especially enjoyed playing Yatze which we always played when ever we visited. She'll be sorely missed
Ben and Connie Kossack
July 8, 2008
A friend of the Mershimer family for many years. Sorry to hear of your loss.
June Fanning
July 8, 2008
With so many negative things being said about mother in laws, I can truly say mine not like that at all. She was patient, kind and gentle. These qualities, patience, kindness and gentleness are so evident in her children. I will forever be changed because of the example she set for me.
Susan Fanning-Cleveland
July 6, 2008
My mom was such a wonderful person and I have many happy memories of her. She was the sweetest person I ever knew and I strive everyday to be the kind of person she was. She is at peace now and out of pain.
Karen Lauver
July 6, 2008
Edith was a wonderful friend. I enjoyed her and Gray. We played golf and cards together. I have some wonderful memories of her sense of humor and good nature. I will miss her.
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