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Edith Fellows Obituary
Her daughter, Kathy Fields Lander, tells the Los Angeles Times that Fellows died of natural causes Sunday at the Motion Picture & Television Fund retirement home in Los Angeles.
Fellows' mother abandoned her as an infant, and she was raised by her grandmother, who brought her to Hollywood. She made about 50 movies in the 1930s, '40s and '50s, including the 1936 film "Pennies from Heaven." She later turned to the stage and TV.
Fellows was 13 when her mother sued for custody. Fellows testified that she wasn't "used to loving strangers" and remained with her grandmother.
Her childhood earnings were placed in trust, but most later mysteriously vanished.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
26 Entries
Patty Coast
May 26, 2016
God is love and he will be resurrecting almost everyone who has ever lived on the earth ...
Kevin Tersavige
March 14, 2013
Rest in Eternal Peace
God Bless you Edith
Kevin Tersavige
March 14, 2013
Dearest Edith,
You are dearly missed and how I wish I could've met you
Sadly some paths never cross
Rest in Eternal Peace
Emilio Vega
February 28, 2012
How you can show support
Noel Ballatin
July 7, 2011
To the Family of Edith Fellows
Do Not Go to My Graveside and Weep, I am not there, I do not sleep
I Am the Thousand Winds That Blow,
I Am The Diamond Glints On Snow,
I Am The Sunlight On Ripened Grain,
I Am The Gentle Autumn Rain.
When You Awaken To The Morning Hush, I Am The Strong Uplifting Rush, Of Silent Birds In Circled Flight.
I Am The Soft Star That Shines At night.
Do Not Go To My Graveside and Cry, I Am Not There, I Did Not Die.
May God Bless The Fellows Family, and God Bless Edity Fellows.
Darlene Keller
July 6, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Young Edith Fellows
Rick Gosselin
July 6, 2011
A Friend
July 5, 2011
Please allow us to extend our heartfelt sympathy. The Bible teaches that "God is love".(1John 4:16)Surely a God of love cares about the Fellows family and friends at this time of grief. Take comfort in that love. You are in our prayers.
Rubincams
July 5, 2011
Edith was so kind to us. We will always treasure her friendship. Our sympathies go to Kathy, David and Natalie.
July 4, 2011
TO THE FAMILY,I AM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,PLEASE FIND COMFORT AT LUKE 7:11-17.AW.HOUSTON,TX.
Edith Johnson
July 4, 2011
America has lost another classy lady, I enjoyed all of her films. May she now rest in the precious arms of Jesus, and may the Lord of us all grant peace to the Fellows family. I will remember them in my prayers.
Edith Johnson
July 4, 2011
America has lost another class-act. My heart goes out to the bereaved family, hoping you will take shelter in the loving arms of Jesus for your comfort. Ms. Fellows left us a wonderful legacy. Her movies were of the highest quality. May she rest in peace with the Lord now.
BJ Madden
July 3, 2011
My condolences go out to the Fellows family. May prayers strengthen you and comfort you through this time. Psalm 147:3.
F. Simmons
July 2, 2011
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Kathleen Ellis
July 1, 2011
Edith was the very best friend a person could ever have. She was, and always will be, one class act. What a gal! Love you Edith...
July 1, 2011
To the family of Edith Fellows, you have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved one. Our heavenly Father is with you, and He will revive your spirit and crush heart-Isaiah 57:15. (Erma L. Davis, Park Forest, IL.)
old timer
July 1, 2011
Be bless and rest with all the big time stars
alice
July 1, 2011
To the Fellows family. I hope you can find comfort in prayer and in the scriptures, like John 6:40 that reminds us that we will see our loved ones again.
June 30, 2011
dear family of Ms. Edith Fellows, I am sorry to learn of your loss. Here are some comforting words from our heavenly father "throw your burden on Him and He Himself will sustain you" found at Psalm 55:22. take care.
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
June 30, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Joyce Cooper
June 30, 2011
Kathy and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all on the passing of your Mother. Went
to school with you in Columbia and
remember when your Mother made a visit.
It was a pleasure to meet and talk with
her.
R Golay
June 30, 2011
To the the family of Edith Fellows - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will sbe missed by many.
R Linton
June 30, 2011
My sympathies for your loss. I remember seeing Pennies from Heaven. As a child who was handicapped, this movie was very meaningful for me.
Harts
June 30, 2011
Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. May our Heavenly Father, the God of comfort and tender mercies be with you all. With deep sympathy.
shirl
June 30, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Fellows family. You have a treasure of memories I Hope they will bring you some comfort.
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