Edith M. Griffith's Obituary
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Edith M. Griffith, 95 of Bridgeville, Delaware, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, April 26, 2019, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, Delaware. She was born on July 29, 1923 in Brooklyn, New York, daughter of the late Sven and Edith (Burt) Cederholm.
Mrs. Griffith enjoyed all things outdoors, listening to music and dancing, meeting new friends, and traveling. She held a special place in her heart for her loyal canine companions, as well. Above all, she was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She was loved by many and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Griffith was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles Griffith; her sons: William "Billy" Griffith and Thomas Griffith; and her brother, Sven Cederholm. She is survived by her daughter, Carol Mackauer and her husband Jeffrey of Bridgeville, DE; her grandchildren: Jennifer Emmick and her husband Brandon of Morgantown, PA, Steven Mackauer and his wife Leisa of Lovettsville, VA, Christopher Griffith of Long Island, NY and Daniel Griffith of Long Island, NY; her great-granchildren: Addison Emmick, Logan Emmick, and Baby Mackauer, due soon; and her several nieces and nephews.
A Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at the Laureldale Cemetery Chapel, 4631 Pottsville Pike; Reading, PA, where friends may visit beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow the services.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Mrs. Griffith's memory to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way; Milford, DE 19963.
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