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Deidra Edmunds Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Deidra Jeanne Edmunds of Auburn N.Y.
Deidra passed away at the age of 86 on June 23, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Deidra was a woman of remarkable strength and resilience.
She was born in Auburn N.Y., to the late Helen and John (Jaworski) Mathews. Deidra attended Auburn Central High and Union Springs Schools. On November 5, 1957, she married the love of her life, Fredrick Edmunds. They were married for 67 years and together raised four children.
To Deidra, the details mattered. She was always put together - her hair neatly styled, her nails polished, and her outfits thoughtfully accessorized with jewelry. She was especially known for her signature Revlon lipstick, crystal cut coral #700.
Deidra enjoyed gardening and canning for her family and was known for her impeccable baking skills. She cherished her time in Okeechobee, Florida, during the winter months and summers in Auburn, N.Y. She deeply loved her Florida family and the memories they made over the years. Deidra and Fred also shared a love for RV travel.
She is survived by three of her four children, Shawnette Ruzicka, James (Cathy) Edmunds, and Robert (Beth) Edmunds; five grandchildren, Charles (Drew) Stebbins-Harrison, Jonathan (Amethyst) Edmunds, Ashley (Dan) Edmunds-Alfieri, Heather (Joe) Edmunds, and James Edmunds. Deidra also loved to be visited by her three great-grandchildren, Mabel Edmunds, James Edmunds, and Caroline Alfieri.
In addition to her parents, Deidra was predeceased by her husband Fredrick Edmunds; daughter Patricia Edmunds-Stebbins; her brother Jack Mathews.
Deidra and her family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Connie Oram and Shery Tanner for their dedication and compassionate care during her final year of life. The moments they shared are sacred-providing support, dignity, comfort, and quality of life.
A burial will be held at Soule Cemetery on Thursday 06/26/25. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the SPCA as Deidra loved all animals.
Arrangements by Pettigrass Funeral Home.
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Toni Italiano
June 30, 2025
To the Edmunds family,
A brilliant light has left the earth.She sparkled and shone love and beauty on all around her. I loved her big heart most of all. She is now in the arms of her husband and daughter smiling and holding them tight.
Rest in peace Deidra and know that you are loved. Thank you for everything we shared.
Toni
Nancy Caci
June 30, 2025
Dee was a special friend and I'll always remember our times together- such happy memories will never be forgotten.
Lisa Sigona
June 30, 2025
Rest in peace Deidra. You were the sweetest and best to me in my times of loss. You were the angel I needed when I needed one!
Tracey Martin Bakr
June 29, 2025
So, sorry to hear of your mothers passing, they're together again.
May your memories bring you comfort and peace.
Josephine Falsey
June 28, 2025
Jim, Cathy and family,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
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