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Edith R. Walters NORFOLK - Edith Rae Walters, 78, passed away peacefully Oct. 31, 2008, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Walters was born Aug. 7, 1930, to the late Kelly Forehand and Helen Lane in Norfolk. She was a lifelong resident of Norfolk and was a registered nurse for more than 40 years. Her family and friends will always remember her as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who always put her family first. She will be deeply missed. Left to cherish her memory are five sons, Timothy, Jeffrey, Mark, Paul and John Walters; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward A. Walters. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Norview Chapel. A celebration of life will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com.
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Margie Buxbaum
November 5, 2008
To All The Boys & Your Families,
I was very sad for all of you, to hear of your mom's passing. I hope that time will heal your hearts. Please know that you all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Margie Buxbaum
Jennifer Salvadore (Powell)
November 5, 2008
My thoughts are with you all in this difficult time.
Karen (Dillard) Roquemore
November 4, 2008
I was very sad to hear of your Mother's passing. I hope in the days ahead only wonderful memories will fill your hearts and ease your pain. You have many friends and loved ones to help you through the difficult days ahead. John, I wish I could be there with you. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers always.
Susan Prewitt
November 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. What a courageous woman, and loving mother and wife.
Karen (Booth) Wills
November 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all you boys and your families. Your Mom was a kind, gentle woman with a quick smile for all. May fond memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Bobbi Forehand
November 4, 2008
Tim, Jeff, Mark, John, Paul and families,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. You mother was such a sweet and loving member of our family. I wish I could have been there with you.
I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Love to all,
Bobbi (Forehand)
Vicky (Forehand) Hail
November 4, 2008
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother...she was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed by all of you, I'm sure. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
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