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Edith Davis
Edith Davis Franklin, 89, died August 31, 2012, at Northwest Ohio Hospice, Perrysburg, Ohio. She was the only child of Rebecca and Stanley Davis. Known as "La Grande Dame of the Arts" or "The Godmother of Ceramics," Edith was a native Toledoan, born in 1922. Edith was the co-founder of the Potters Guild and founder and trustee of the Toledo Area Glass Guild. She was a charter member of the National League of American Pen Women Northeast Ohio and a member of the Craft Club of Ohio, as well as a member of the Athena Art Society.
Edith is survived by daughter, Nan Franklin Ciralsky (Robert) of Milwaukee, three grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her son, James Franklin.
A memorial service for Edith will be held Sunday, September 2, 2012, 11 a.m. at The Temple, 6453 Sylvania Avenue. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Edith Franklin Youth Arts Fund at Toledo Community Foundation, Inc, 300 Madison Avenue, Suite 1300, Toledo, Oh 43604, Toledo Museum of Art, Hospice of Northwest Ohio, or a charity of the donor's choice.
Arrangements by Robert H. Wick/Wisniewski Funeral Home, 419-535-5840.
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Cindy Ginter
November 18, 2013
I am so grateful that Edith took the time to mentor me and launch my ceramic career. I try always to follow her rules, without them my pots would be junk!
Cate Watts
December 13, 2012
This awesome woman taught me how to work with clay. I owe my love of pottery to her. She will be greatly missed.
Norm &Gloria Schulman
October 2, 2012
We will always remember your wonderful laugh and energyWhat a gift to have shared a part of your life! Wherever you are keep that wheel turning!
Barbara Richardson
September 26, 2012
It was a pleasure and honor to be on the Crosby Gardens Board with Edith as it was voted to be renamed "Toledo Botanical Garden". She always took the time to talk to me and share the wonderful stories of her art.I will miss seeing her at various events.
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Sylke
September 5, 2012
Edith, I so wanted to bring you that cup of coffee last week but ended up in the hospital myself. You will be so missed, words can not even express how I enjoyed seeing you and your kind words of encourgement you gave my daughter Chloe. You are a special woman, we will miss you, you will be always in our thoughts and heart.
Jorge Gallardo
September 3, 2012
Edith was a lovely lady who knew how to live and shared her LOVE with everyone she knew...Toledo lost a GIANT in our community! She is and will always be missed! LOVE YOU EDITH!
Sonia Pinkus
September 3, 2012
Rest in Peace,dear friend.You contributed much to the world.
Dean Emerita Mary Heinrichs
September 3, 2012
Edith was one of the most delightful of our students. She will live in our memories as a charming member of our alumni board.
Arturo Quintero
September 3, 2012
Edith- was a friend to the Arts. The Board members of the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center will miss her.
September 3, 2012
What a beautiful and kind lady. You will be missed by all. Billie Johnson
Barbara Schaffer
September 2, 2012
Edith was an extraordinary person! I have so many memories of her while growing up! My condolences to her family and friends.
Barbara Mindel Schaffer
Michael Zerner
September 2, 2012
My condolences to Edith's family and friends.Edith was a wonderful,kind and incredibly talented person. Her kindness, compassion and wisdom will be missed. I am honored to know her.
Respectfully,
Michael Zerner
Lorrie Ciralsky
September 2, 2012
Wonderful memories! The best way to describe the way you feel after meeting Edith. I will forever treasure our little talks at TMA. She inspired me to try pottery. She will forever be a part of my memories and be missed.
Mia
September 2, 2012
Thank you, for being one of the only women 50 years ago to be present during the founding of the glass art movement you were truly an inspiration to all artist and crafts people for your persistence and dedication to knowledge. May you rest in peace.
Helen Grubb
September 2, 2012
you will be missed
Eric Graber
September 2, 2012
Toledo has lost a Friend, Artist Extrodinaire, Friend, and one of their greatest promotoers for the City and it's Arts Community!
I hope someone wrote down some of her stories...
RIP Dear Lady!
matt squibb
September 2, 2012
Edith was one of Toledo's greatest treasures, there is not a person in the arts community that has not been touched by her creativity, passion, and lust for life.
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