Edith Doreen Mercer

Edith passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at White Ash Brook on 24th November 2023 aged 97 years and formerly of Clayton-le-Moors. The devoted wife of the late Daniel, loving and loved mum of Eileen, John, Robert, David and Steven and a cherished nan, great-nan and great-great-nan and also a dearly loved relative and friend to many. Edith will be missed by all her family and those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Born in Llanelli, Wales, Edith made the move to Lancashire where she spent her life living in Clayton-le-Moors. She was a well known and loved face in the local community and spent over 60 years living in her much loved home on Pickup Street. She was a hardworking lady who began her working life aged fourteen in the local bakery, over the years she worked for various places including Mount Pleasant School and Accrington Victoria Hospital. She loved to cook and her meat and potato pies and broth were always looked forward to by all of the family. She was the most doting family lady and always looked forward to spending time with her nearest and dearest and she loved nothing more than the family coming together for a celebration. Edith loved her holidays and Blackpool was here favourite destination, she would visit several times each years and loved to attend to shows.

Family flowers only please. Donations are being gratefully received in Edith’s memory on behalf of Alzheimer’s Society. To make a donation please click the ‘Make A Donation’ button at the bottom of this page.

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Julie Holden

Sorry to hear about the passing of Edith. Lovely lady grown up wit the family . Sending  sincere condolences to all the family.. xx

Jill Neil & Matthew Colbridge

Deepest sympathy David and all the family on the passing of your lovely Mum. Fond memories of a lovely lady with a smile and laughing giggle is how I will remember Edith. Rest in peace now.

Bryan Cardwell

So sorry to hear the sad news about your mum Rob, have so many wonderful memories, sincere condolences to you and the family xx