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Brittany Edelen Obituary
Brittany Katherine Edelen, 19 of Annapolis, MD passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 8th. Brittany was preceded in death by her father, Steve Edelen and grandparents, James and Katherine Edelen, George W. and Laura Berry of Annapolis. She is survived by her loving partner, Shane Poteet, mother Linda Edelen and stepfather Joseph LeStrange. Brittany was a graduate of Broadneck High School and was in her sophomore year at Towson University, where she held a 4.0 scholastic average and was a member of the National Collegiate Honor Society. She had recently spent three weeks in Guatemala attending a Spanish immersion course. Brittany was loved by those who knew her. She was always a champion for the person or friend in need and never hesitated to step in when a less fortunate individual needed help. She loved animals and had two dogs and two birds as pets. Traveling with her Mom every year was a regular activity that they both looked forward to. She will be missed by all. A Memorial Gathering will be held from 6-7pm with a Memorial Service beginning at 7:00pm on Wednesday April 12, 2017 at the Hardesty Funeral Home, P.A., 12 Ridgely Ave., Annapolis, MD 21401.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brittany Edelen
Linda Edelen
April 5, 2021
My dearest Britt, not a day goes by that I’m not thinking of you and telling you how much I miss you and love you. You are the best part of me. Thankfully every passing day brings me closer to being with you again.
Rodolfo Beltran
April 14, 2017
We lost our son Carlos Heredia (19)a year ago, we are very sorry to hear about Brittany, we know how hard and difficult time it is now, you will be in our prayers and thoughts... Rodolfo & Patricia Beltran
April 14, 2017
Linda,
I was saddened to hear of the tragic loss of your beautiful daughter Brittany. It sounds like she had a beautiful heart as well.
Sincerest sympathy to you and your family. God's love and your memories of her will help to see you through.
Sue Currier
Judy Sachwald
April 14, 2017
Dear Linda, My thoughts and prayers will be with you as you attempt to find the strength to survive the heartbreaking loss of your daughter. With deepest sympathies, Judy Sachwald
Donna Gerard
April 14, 2017
Linda...My heart is heavy, and my words are few, as I am unable to grasp the enormity of your loss. Brittany was your world, and you were the most perfect mother-daughter team I have ever known. May you keep dancing through life, knowing she is stepping to every beat of your heart, and may she be peacefully watching you live your life with joy from her eternal light.
Sue Gladhill
April 12, 2017
Linda,
I cannot begin to imagine the enormity of your loss. I know Brittany was the center of your universe. My heart breaks for you.
Ashley Pollock
April 12, 2017
Brittany was an amazing friend to me. She was always so thoughtful and caring towards everyone. We sat at the lunch table together and talked. We had so many laughs. Her memory will be with me forever. I will never forget about her. Prayers for her family.
Ashley Jones
April 12, 2017
I didn't know Brinttney very well we weren't close to an extend, but we had theatre together for two years she was popular she had lots of friends and everyone seemed to like Her. At boradneck I was bullied a lot and even though she was so popular she was super nice and super sweet to me I will never forget that and even though she is gone now she will always love on in my memory. My condolences goes to the family and friends of Brittany.
Jennifer Evans
April 12, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I was Brittany's high school counselor and remember her as a caring and kind young lady. She was a wonderful person. My thoughts are with you.
Walt Tucker
April 12, 2017
Linda im so sorry for your loss you and your family are in our prayers
Jilly Horaneck
April 12, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Brittany. Even though our paths have not passed since she had graduated Breakneck, the memories I have of her are full of laughter. These memories will forever be in my heart. My thoughts are with your family.
Trevor Jean
April 12, 2017
I knew Brittany from little moments. We would often walk around after lunch together or talk in class together. Every time I saw Brittany she always seemed genuinely interested in having real conversations. I'm class she outshined the rest of us so brightly it was no surprise she graduated early. She was brilliant, one of the best people you could ever have gotten a chance to meet. Farewell Brittany, your memory wil always be very dear to me.
Millie Hesser
April 12, 2017
I was so very sorry to hear of your family's loss. Brittany was in my class this semester, and I thoroughly enjoyed her graceful presence and contributions to both workshop and discussions. She treated others' work thoughtfully and kindly, producing some wonderful written pieces of her own. Her voice will truly be missed by all. My best to your family in this difficult time.
Sherri Casilio
April 12, 2017
Linda, Joe and family. There are no words to convey our feelings. We will see you in the near future but for now please know we are praying for you all.
Melissa Beer
April 11, 2017
Brittany was my best friend in the whole world for the entirety of 8th grade. I will never forget the weekends we spent doing absolutely nothing, but having the time of our lives. She was an amazing person and a great friend.
Judy Thomas
April 11, 2017
Linda,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your precious daughter! I cannot imagine what you are going through. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
April 11, 2017
My darling Brittany, I love you with all my heart and soul and I always will until my last day. My life without you will never be the same. You brought me happiness I'd never know before, nor ever will again. Mom
Valerie Leonberger
April 11, 2017
Brittany was in my Fiction Writing class this semester. She was a talented writer with an affinity for the odd and mysterious. I have a copy of the last piece she wrote, if the family is interested. I'm so sorry for your loss.
N J
April 11, 2017
So sorry for your loss: May the God of tender mercies and of all comfort, sustain your family during this most difficult time.
Hal Housley
April 11, 2017
Linda; my deepest condolences and sympathy for your families loss of a beautiful and loving daughter. I always thought the world of her.
April 11, 2017
May God carry the family through this stressful time and may you find peace and comfort in knowing that he cares for you.
Cathy Carter
April 11, 2017
So very sorry for your loss Linda. We are praying for you.
Ulla Dean
April 11, 2017
Dearest Linda and family,
We are beyond words of what to say. May she rest in peace and sending all many prayers and warm thoughts. Gone too young too soon.
Love, Hugs and our sincerest condolences to you, your family and friends.
Sincerely
Cliff, kids and Ulla Dean,
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