Funeral Service

Time: 11.30am

Date: Tuesday 26th November 2024

Service Details:
Edith will be received in to All Saints' Church during an evening reception on Monday 25th November 2024 at 6.00pm. Edith will then be laid to rest at Clitheroe Cemetery on Tuesday 26th November during a private family service followed by a Celebration of Life Service at All Saints' Church at 11.30am followed by reception at Sparth House at 12.30pm

Edith Bennison

Peacefully in hospital on 9th November 2024, Edith aged 89 years of Clayton-le-Moors, wife of the latePat, mum of Peter, mother-in-law of Terry, grandma of Blake and Reece and a dear relative and good friend to many.

Edith was a beloved and familiar face in the local community, known for her fierce independence, strong will, and determination to never let anything stand in her way. A lifelong, active member of All Saints Church, Edith’s deep faith served as her guiding light. She dedicated her career to teaching in Chorley and Singapore, and her generosity knew no bounds; she devoted much of her time to charity work, including multiple trips to support Aids projects in Mozambique and other parts of Africa.

A master of bridge, Edith was a regular at the Brierfield and Accrington clubs, and she frequently joined friends in Rishton for friendly games. Her passion for cricket was unmatched, and she was fortunate to travel the world to watch her favorite sport, with trips to Australia, the West Indies, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka.

Edith’s warmth and strength left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She will be fondly remembered and deeply missed.

Edith requested a celebration of her life and to reflect this please wear something bright and cheerful.

Donations in lieu of flowers are requested in memory of Edith on behalf of RNIB & All Saints’ church.  To make a donation, please click the blue donate button at the foot of this page.

Please feel free to leave a message for Edith’s online memorial book by completing the form below.

     

    Joan Angus

    A remarkable lady. Peter, I have fond memories of when you and the twins were at All Saints School together. We send you our love and prayers at this sad time but know how thankful you will be that your mum had such a long and active life.

     

    Linda Bracewell

    I will miss Edith’s presence in church and exchanging a greeting and a kiss on my to put my choir robe on. I hope they make her coffee correctly in heaven or there will be trouble 💕

     

    Rev. Claire McEnery

    I’ll miss this terrific lady so fiercely independent and determined! I’ll miss her saying she will see us next time “All being well!…. What an amazing life of travel, sport and charity! Super strong lady now sorting out her schedules and plans in a heavenly realm! She will be sadly missed 🙏”

     

    Tom and Enid Pearson

    RIP Edith your life’s work is completed, you have been an inspiration xx

     

    Jill Colbridge

    Peter and family … in our thoughts at this sad time… but what a strong remarkable lady she was… Mum has fond memories of Edith.. Take care Peter… from Jean & Michael Cronshaw… Jill , Michelle, Terry and Garth Cronshaw…

     

    Frank Boocock

    Having know Edith all my life I will miss her a great deal. She a,ways spoke her mind but you always knew where you were with Edith. Her love of and knowledge about cricket was legendary. My she now rest in peace.

     

    Ian James

    So many memories of visiting you and your mum when we were oh so young, Peter. Especially her automated card shuffler which I was so impressed with and your treacherous stairs.

     

    Beryl Raw   Queensland, Australia

    I have sent my message directly to your web site as I could not complete it here . I would like it to be included in all the messages.

     

    Beryl   

    My friendship with Edith started in 1954 when we both attended St Hild`s College in Durham, to begin our two year teacher training course. The beginning of a lifelong friendship.
    Despite my having spent the last 55 years living in Australia our friendship has continued, finally reduced to phone calls, once Edith went to the Care Home, when she always told me how important it was, for her to have her visits to church and play bridge. I admired her determination to continue her favourite activities despite declining health problems.My last phone call was a few weeks before she went to hospital.
    Edith visited me many times in Australia and as we both enjoyed travel, finding new places and meeting people, I planned several driving holidays: Western Australia, Tasmania, Norfolk Island and New Zealand, in addition to spending time locally and meeting my friends. These visits were always during the English winter months, with the expectation of “basking” in the Australian sunshine.
    During my visits to the UK, Edith organised for us to go to Italy, Morocco, Egypt and South Africa.This was in addition, to the times she travelled to many part of the world with a friend, to support her British cricket team and they were expected to win, if Edith
    was there as a spectator !!
    Sending love and condolences to Peter and the family, end of an era for them and everyone who knew and loved Edith. She was a special friend to many people.
    Muriel Lindall (Sydney Australia)
    From first meeting Edith in Singapore 60 years ago i admired her indomitable spirit and determination to make the most of life which gave inspiration to all who knew and loved her. My abiding memory of Edith is the sound of her infectious laughter and her lovely Lancashire accent! My sincere condolences to her family and friends on the loss of a remarkable lady.
    Alistair James
    Very Sorry to hear the news about Edith, she was my god-mother & I have fond memories from growing up & Sunday dinners at each of our houses,. She’ll always be Auntie Edith for me.. My deepest sympathies with Peter & family.