Irene Edwards Obituary
Irene Edwards, 85 of North East, MD, died Monday, February 16, 2026, in the Autumn Lake at Calvert Manor, Rising Sun, MD.
Born in Washington, DC, on March 16, 1940.
She was a clerk at Merkur Press and Printing.
She enjoyed solving crossword puzzles, going through picture books, watching The Young & Restless, and watching the Olympics Ice Figure Skating.
Irene is survived by one son: Robert (Lori) Edwards; three grandchildren: Jaelyn Edwards, Nicholas Edwards, and Jessica Edwards; and five great-grandchildren: Zachary Knight, Grayson Wade, Haven Morris, Caleb Wade, and Nevaeh Edwards.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm at Crouch Funeral Home, P.A., 127 South Main Street, North East, MD. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
People and places connected with Irene
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Irene Edwards
Make a Donation
in Irene Edwards's name
How to support Irene's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Irene Edwards's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
