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Edith “Edie” Dandrea

 

    Edith “Edie” Dandrea, age 52, (nee Kimmel) who fought a courageous six year battle with breast cancer, died peacefully with her family at her side on Friday, October 5, 2007. 

 

     Although we mourn her death, she left us with many special gifts of love and kindness.  Edie lived her entire life in Lorain, Ohio, graduating from Lorain High School in 1974.  Upon graduating from Kent State University, she spent over 10 years with the Lorain County Department of Human Services as a caseworker.  Later, she was a pre-school teacher at Little People’s Palace, a substitute teacher and tutor in the Lorain City School District, where she also taught a Visually Impaired class for a year.  She had a special gentleness with children.

 

     Once diagnosed with cancer, she became determined to fight it with dignity and courage.  She believed her diagnosis gave her the strength to empathize with others and she did so with her interest and volunteering with the Lorain Community Century Club, The Friends of Lorain and at Hospice. 

 

     Family, friends, her home and her dogs were the most important things to Edie.  She had a special bond and relationship with her mother.   Edie is survived by her loving husband Rick, son, Chase, daughter-in-law, Ashley, daughter, Kyle and son, Drew.  She is also survived by her mother Mary Kimmel Bors, her sister Kyle Herndon Gaskell and nieces, nephews and cousins and in-laws.

 

     She was preceded in death by her father, Herb Kimmel.

 

     Calling hours will be from 4-8pm on Monday, October 8th at Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Funeral Home, 1124 W. Fifth Street in Lorain. A Celebration of Life for Edie will be held at 11 A.M. on Tuesday, October 9th at the First Congregational Church, 423 Washington Ave. in Lorain, where she worshipped. The Rev. Carl Richter, her pastor,  will officiate.

 

 

Condolences

 

 

From:     Suzi Scarbrough
Relation: Friend

 

I am so saddened by the loss of a very dear friend.  I have no doubt that Edie is in a much better place and she will continue to make people smile where she is now. Edie was one of a kind, she helped me through my own battle with breast cancer this year and made me see what a strong, courageous person she was and she was my inspiration through this battle. She could just shine wherever she was. Her inner goodness always showed through.  I will miss her very deeply and my love and prayers are with Rick, the kids, and the rest of her family and friends.

 

 

From:     Lori Peace ( Newman )
Relation: co-worker Lorain City Schools

 

Edie was such a welcoming and warm person.  She had such a sweet spirit and I really admire her positive attitude.  You would never have guessed that she was battling cancer until she told you.  She really cared about the children she taught and she had a great sense of humor about life in general.  You, her family, must really be proud to call her your own.  You will all be in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.  She always spoke so highly of you all.  Sincerely, Lori Peace

 

 

From:     Marge Faris
Relation:

 

So sorry to hear the sad news.  I worked with Edie at Lorain County Human Services and saw her many times after.  I also have a grandson named Chase.

Many years after I knew her, I realized who her mother was.  [a friend of Nancy Gilberts]

She will be missed by many.  She made everyone around her feel special.  What a super great person she was. 

I am so sorry and will always remember her.


From:     Nancy Mitchell
Relation: Acquaintance

 

I am so sorry to hear about your loss, Kyle.  I always enjoyed having you hang around the house with my kids.  Let me know if there is anything we can do for you.  Nancy, Justin, Jarrod and Ashley

 

 

From:     Lori Owens
Relation: friend

 

I'm sorry I won't be able to join the family today but I am with you in spirit.

Edie's death is a devastating tragedy. Yet as you gather today to support one another, I know there will be celebrating. If you loved Edie, you understand.

Moreover, our celebration will continue well beyond the weeks, months and years that lie ahead. Edie’s legacy of love, courage, strength and humor lives in each of us. Because she was in our lives, we are in some way better.  I will forever celebrate this blessing.

Thank you Edie!

With love from Lori

 

 

From:     Glenn Schneider Family
Relation: Cousin

 

Rick and Family,
 
     We are saddened by the news of Edie's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of your great loss. 

     Although our paths crossed very infrequently over the years, we will always cherish the memories we shared together supporting our children.

May God strengthen and comfort you in the days ahead,

Glenn, Karen, Alyssa & Aaron

 

From:     Cathy Salmons
Relation: Friend

 

Your family will be in my prayers.


From:     WANDA MCKENZIE
Relation: C0-WORKER AT LITTLE PEOPLE'S PALACE
 

I'VE KNOWN EDIE FOR A LONG TIME HER CHILDREN ATTENDED OUR CENTER WHEN SHE WORKED FOR HUMAN SERVICES AND WE COULD HAVE NOT BEEN ANY LUCKIER TO HAVE HER COME TO OUR CENTER AND BECOME A PRESCHOOL TEACHER SHE WAS THE BEST. WE CONTINUED TO BE FRIENDS AS EVERYONE DOES WITH EDIE SHE HAD THAT WARMTH AND KINDNESS THAT WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND. TO HER FAMILY OUR CONDOLENCES ARE WITH YOU.

 

 

From:     The Villars
Relation: Friend

 

Dear Chase:  We are so sadden by the death of your mother.  Please accept our deepest sympathy to you and your family.  Our prayers are with your family.  I saw your mother not too long ago and talked with her for a while, caught up on news about your marriage and the family.  She was always such a friendly and kind person. 

May the Lord give you and your family strength to deal with is huge loss.


God Bless,
Mrs. Villar and family

 

 

From:     Elmer and Audrey Meyers
Relation: Friends from Church

 

WE EXTEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. EDIE WAS VERY SPECIAL.

 

 

From:     Doris Towner
Relation: Friend

 

Dear Mary, Rick, and family:

My deepest sympathy to all of you in so great a loss. May God hold you close and precious memories sustain you and give you strength through this difficult time.

In sympathy,

Doris Towner

 

 

From:     The Kildow family
Relation: friend

 

Chase,
 The service this morning was beautiful. Your mother touched so many people and it was wonderful to hear what everyone had to say about her. If you do need anything at all, please don't hesitate to call on us. Jess really wishes she could have been there as well. We just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love ya Chase.

 

 

From:     Lorain
Relation: Friend

 

I was so shocked and upset to see Edie had passed on.  My son Dan Papay was on Drew's soccer team and I worked at Level Propane with Chase.  Your family is in my prayers through this tough time. 

God Bless,

Michele Papay

 

From:     Christopher Frederick
Relation: Friend

 

So sorry to hear about your loss.  I remember Edie well from my time as a member at First Church.  My family will keep yours in our prayers.
                                   -Chris Frederick-

           

 

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