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JOHNSON, EDNA MAY Edna May Laiscell Johnson, beloved wife of James Johnson, Jr., died at her home in Branford February 6, 2013. She was born November 11, 1938 in Fairhaven, MA, a daughter of the late John and Rhoda DePina Laiscell. Mrs. Johnson formerly worked for the State of Connecticut, in human resources for Echlin Manufacturing and as a secretary at CT Hospice. She and her husband were the former owners of Dinky's Caf in New Haven and she also bartended at the Elm Caf in Branford. She was a member of the Branford Elks Club, BPOE 1939, and was a member of St. Stephen's AME Zion Church. Besides her husband she is survived by her children, Rhoda Phillips and James (Danielle) Johnson, III of Branford; her grandchildren, Walter Rivera and Meagan Phillips; her great-granddaughter, Ava Swiderski; her brothers, John (Diane) Laiscell of Providence, RI and Edward (Marlene) Laiscell of MD; and her sisters, Judith Laiscell (Clarence Perry) of Rocky Hill and Debra Laiscell of Middletown. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends are may call Sunday from 3 - 6 pm at the W. S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, 244 North Main St., Branford, and are invited to a funeral service Monday morning at 11:00 in St. Stephen's AME Zion Church, Rogers St., Branford. For directions and online memorial see www.wsclancy.com.
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Our love and prayers are with you
Ron and Gerry Sewell
February 13, 2013
You were always good to me and my daughter Makayla. I will miss you! Rhoda im sending you hugs <3 Grandma..its time to rest <3
julie pitts
February 12, 2013
I am so very sorry for the loss of Edna.She was my friend,co worker and a mom to all.love you Edna. You be missed more than you know.
briget arcand
February 11, 2013
My sister i will miss you deeply you are my heart i will treasure my native american skirt you made me also my ski hat I Love you i know we will see each other again Now your free from pain and with mom and dad i Know you will be watching over us God Bless you Your Sister Debbie
Debra Laiscell
February 9, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
C C
February 8, 2013
Dear Rhoda and family
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a great lady and had a beautiful smile.
Nancy Samsel Mathews
Nancy Mathews
February 8, 2013
Edna was a special soul who will forever hold a phenomenal space in my heart. She helped to fill a huge void in mine and my son jasons life after the passing of my own mother. She helped us in countless ways even stern and warm encouraging words. She would say it just like it was! The loss myself and many feel is undescribable . Edna your imprint in this life was remarkable and you shall never be forgotten especially by me. I love you forever. Rest in peace and keep your beautiful smile to light the way for others to follow. Miss you.
Karen Paradis
February 7, 2013
The memories Bill & I have of Edna will always bring a smile to our face. Our deepest sympathies & prayers are with the whole Johnson family and should you need anything please do not hesitate to call us.
Bill & Donna Pherson
February 7, 2013
I am sorry that you are not here with us physically but you with always be in our hearts..You were a women whom I truly loved with all my heart.. you had so many good times and bad..but mostly they were laughs upon laughs..we will always have a bond for food between you and that awesome fried chicken and me getting you cannolis ..we always will laugh about how you used to hide them in the back of the fridge so nobody would have them lol...and the best of all when we would be at the elm dancing to our boy Stevie Ray Vaughn..I love you and miss you dearly but I know that you will be with us everyday and I will hold that promise I made to you that I will always watch over your baby sister Love you xox Lisa...PS we cant forget our saying at the bar " Bye....Bye... for all the losers lol.. you me and Debbie know what that means and will always laugh about xoxoox <3<3<3
Lisa Mazzotta-Ivaldi
February 7, 2013
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