Union
Edith C. Kimball, age 94, of Chapel Street in Union, NH, died on Friday, January 5, 2007 at Littleton Regional Hospital in Littleton, NH, after a brief illness.
She and her identical twin sister Edna were born on March 13, 1912 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, daughters of the late Walter and Catherine (Small) Harris. Edith was educated in the schools of Cambridge and was a graduate of Cambridge High and Latin School.
Edith was a homemaker, who, in early years, worked in the Harvard College Library and the New Hampshire State Library. In earlier years, she was a Girl Scout Leader, having achieved their highest award as an Eagle Girl Scout.
She was a lifelong resident of Union, NH, an active community member with a strong focus on the Union Congregational Church, Deaconess Emeritus,
supervisor of the Sunday School for many years and a member of the Woman's Fellowship.
She was an active member of Unity Chapter #21 Order of the Eastern Star and Reunion Grange #303 of Union.
Widow of the late George B. Kimball, who died in 1992, she is survived by her children: Janice Griffith Perles of Atlanta, GA, Catherine Lynne & husband Douglas Greene of Taunton, MA, Weston & wife Nancy Griffith, Sr. of Bethlehem, NH, 3 Grandchildren: Weston Griffith, Jr. & his wife Mary Robin, Heidi Stoddard & husband Francis and Maxwell Greene, 4 great grandchildren, a step-daughter: Virginia Wentworth of Union, 3 step grandchildren, 9 step great grandchildren and 12 step great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a granddaughter: Heather Lee Griffith, her twin sister: Edna and son in law: Richard Perles.
Calling hours are Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at Peaslee Funeral Home, 24 Central Street in Farmington, NH. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at 11:00 am at the Union Congregational Church on Main Street in Union, NH with Rev. Kaye Bowles, pastor, officiating. Intermentwill follow at Plummers Cemetery . A reception will be held at the Wakefield Resource Center in Union, following the interment. If desired, memorial
donations may be made in her memory to: Union Congregational Church c/o Carolyn Pike, Main Street, Union, NH 03887 or to the Salvation Army . To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com
I was so sad to hear today of Mrs Kimball's passing. I was delighted to see her last summer. I told her at the time that she hadn't changed since 1960 when she used to try to get me to eat oatmeal when I stayed overnight with Lynn! She still had that great smile, too. Although I had seen her rarely since high school, I feel I've lost my second mom. My thoughts are with all of her family.
Laurie Burns
January 31, 2007 | Heredia, Costa Rica
It was my pleasure to have known Edith. She was such a sweet, determined, classy lady. A true inspiration! My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Jill Blumberg
January 13, 2007 | Littleton, NH
Always appreciated the joyful conversations with Aunt Edith - Most recently at last summer's special 65th wedding anniversary for Virginia and Earl. Also, at a previous family gathering at Don Corson's Cloverhill Farm in New Jersey. But Edith's travels expanded farther than I could possibly have kept up with and I feel fortunate to have met up with her on these occasions. She had meaningful relationships with many people. My condolences to you.
Karen Johnston Checho
January 13, 2007 | Mission Viejo, CA
Edith will always hold a special place in my heart. She touched so many and I feel it an honor to have known her. She was a blessing to us all and she will be deeply missed. My prayers are with her family and friends & may God bless.
Wanda Mayranen
January 09, 2007 | Union, NH
Edith was one of the first people to greet me when I began attending the Union Congregational Church. She made me feel welcome, and was one of the reasons I continued to attend and eventually join the church in Union. She was a warm and friendly lady, and will be missed by all who knew her.
Valerie Day
January 09, 2007 | Middleton, NH
Aunt Edith thank you so very much for bein so very kind to my wife deana and myself, you were always so pleasent to be with on the rare ocasion we could spend time toghter...may god bless you
robert harris
January 09, 2007 | Framingham, MA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Aunt Edith was a very special person and we were honored to have her as a member of our family for many years. We will miss her.
Mary Lou Morrison Monnat
January 08, 2007 | Sanbornville, NH
Edith always greeted me with a hug, warm smile and a "how's Molly" whenever we should meet. She always made me feel as though I was still a vital part of Union Village. Her friendship with my Mom has been priceless. Edith was community. She leaves our lives upon a foundation of kind Hearted Spirit. She will be missed.
With Fond Memories,
Barbara (Pratt) & Barry Griffith (and Molly, of course)
Shrewsbury, Vt
Barbara Griffith
January 08, 2007 | Shrewsbury, VT
Anyone who had Aunt Edith in their lives was fortunate, She was a modest,appreciative lady with much knowledge to share. We particularly looked forward to reading her vivid descriptions of the many trips she has taken. This precious lady will be dearly missed.
Barbara Morrison Johnston
January 08, 2007 | Canandaigua, NY
