CLARA E. EDWARDS
June 15, 1919 - March 8, 2009
Clara E. Edwards (Groat) of Vancouver, WA, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2009 at SW Washington Hospital after a short illness, with her daughter, Linda at her bedside. She was 89.
Clara was born on June 15, 1919 in Manor (Ridgefield), WA to Raymond and Edith (Ayres) Groat. After her schooling, she met and married Allan L. "Buck" Edwards. Allan worked on a farm in OR and was last employed by Fort Vancouver Plywood.
After their marriage and while still living in Oregon, Clara and Allan's three children were born. The family moved to Orchards until 1978 and then to Vancouver.
While Clara was raising her family she worked as a housekeeper/ dishwasher at Coughlin Convalescent/Nursing home in Hazel Dell for 19 years. She then retired to working in her flower beds, while surrounded by special neighbors, and taking care of her grandchildren.
Survivors include her daughter, Madeline (Gary Huffman) Baldwin of Fort Mohave, AZ; son, Robert Edwards of Auckland, NZ; and daughter, Linda (Vern) Anderson of Vancouver; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Clara was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Allan; and loving and dedicated son-in-law, Vern Anderson.
A viewing will be held Sat., March 14, 2009, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Hamilton-Mylan Funeral Home, 302 W. 11th St., Vancouver with graveside services to be held at noon on Mon., March 16, 2009 at the Brush Prairie Cemetery, 11815 NE 117th Ave.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Clara's memory to The Humane Society of WA.
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To Linda, Sue, Rodney and Family:
It had been many years since I had talked to your Mom so it was nice to see and visit with her the last few years. Her flower garden was beautiful. Linda, your dedication to your Mom's daily life, health, and well being was beyond the call of a daughter. I know your Mom really loved you for it.
Your friend, Carla
Carla Weber
March 30, 2009
Only met Clara once and that was short, but sweet. If she was anything like her daughter, Linda, she had to of been a great lady.
Mark Anderson
March 16, 2009
How lucky we were to have such an amazing Grandma! Always slipping us Grandkids sodas, quarters and chocolate. You always had a ready smile, a hug and a (patient!) kind and gentle heart. We are going to miss you terribly Grams.
Love you,
Cassy McCracken
March 15, 2009
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER WHAT A GREAT COOK YOU MOM WAS, ESPECIALLY THE FRENCH TOAST AND DATE COOKIES, SHE HAD THE GREENEST THUMB I HAVE EVER SEEN, THE PLANT IN THE LIVING ROOM WAS BIG ENOUGH TO FIT IN A MALL. HOW LUCKY YOU ALL WERE TO HAVE SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON IN YOUR LIFE. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. YOUR FRIEND ALWAYS NEVA
NEVA BEACHELL
March 14, 2009
"One Who Practices Hospitality Entertains God Himself." This old saying makes me think of Clara's generosity to her family and guests. She was a great cook and homemaker and proudly loved her family above all. It was a priviledge to have briefly known her and I feel deep sadness for her family.
Karen Walker
March 13, 2009
We All Love You Grams and you'll be missed,but your close to your hearts and thoughts and memories always. WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH.
WE LOVE YOU , SUE AND ALEX FROM NORTH CAROLINA.
sue collins
March 13, 2009
Grandma, I will always treasure your "giggle", and all the Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter Dinners at your house with you, Uncle Vern, cousins and family. You always just "Whipped up" some big meal for us when we came to visit, and you were always so patient and kind to all of us grandchildren. You always had your smile on, and always a little dog on your lap. My thanks to Cousin Rodney for always being around for Grandma Edwards and keeping her company. Rest in Peace Grandma.
Grandson - Bob Jr.
Bob Edwards Jr.
March 13, 2009
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