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Mar
12
Graveside service
10:00 a.m.
Good Shepherd Cemetery
Rogers Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043
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Barbara Edson Obituary
Barbara Jean Edson, age 83, peacefully passed away on March 3, 2026. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late John S. Edson and the late Olive L. Edson. Barbara is survived by many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends. She is predeceased by 2 sisters and 3 brothers.
A Graveside Service will be held at Good Shepherd Cemetery, 2805 Rogers Ave. Ellicott City, MD 21043 on Thursday, March 12 at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Barbara's name to Baltimore Rescue Mission, Joseph Richey Hospice, or Helping Up Mission.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
12
Graveside service
10:00 a.m.
Good Shepherd Cemetery
Rogers Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Ambrose Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. - ArbutusOnly 4 days left for delivery to next service.