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Edna McCANN Obituary
Edna was born in Elizabeth City County, Va. She lived most of her life in Hampton and was a lifelong member of Ivy Memorial Baptist Church.
Edna was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel; her parents, James M. and Willie Wilson; and three brothers.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Martha and Roger Innis of Newport News; daughter and son-in-law, Ellen and Rick Fletcher of Cressona, Pa.; two grandsons; and several great-grandchildren.
Burial was private.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edna McCANN
4 Entries
Carol Hayes
November 13, 2010
Dear Martha and Roger,
I was saddened to read of your Mom's passing. She was a remarkable lady and always so cheerful when I was around her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alene McCann-Kay
November 12, 2010
Martha, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Roger. Bless you both for the care, love and devotion to your mother. I will cherish my
many fond memories with Edna
forever. My deepest sympathy
in your loss.
Nancy Walden
November 12, 2010
Ellen, you and I were in high school together. My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mother.
November 12, 2010
Martha and Ellen,
Just saw your mom's(Aunt Edna)passing in paper this morning. This is
Vicki McCann Fields (Robert's daughter)Often have thought of you all. I still live in Newport News, too.
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