Edith A. Rand's obituary , Passed away on April 2, 2025 in Reading, Massachusetts

Edith A. Rand

October 8, 1944 - April 2, 2025 (80 years old)

Reading, Massachusetts

Edith A. Rand's obituary , Passed away on April 2, 2025 in Reading, Massachusetts

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Douglass Edgerley& Bessom Funeral Home

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Edith A. Rand

October 8, 1944 - April 2, 2025 (80 years old)

Reading, Massachusetts

Edith A. Rand Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Edith A. Rand of Reading, Massachusetts, who passed away at the age of 80, on April 2, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid adieu to Edith's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Edith has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Grasshoff and Lois Grasshoff (Moreside); and her siblings, Alex Grasshoff and Yrsa Grasshoff. She is survived by: her daughter Brittany Smith-Hamlett; her grandson Teddy; and also, Judy West, Rick, Vanessa, Nikalas and Beckie.

In lieu of flowers, you are welcome to send a donation in the name of Edith Rand to one of her following favorite charities: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 444 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, TN 38105 Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 350 South Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02130 or Torrance Educational Foundation P.O. Box 10280 Torrance, CA 90505 Beth Israel Lahey Philanthropy for Hospice 41 Mall Road Burlington, MA 01805 (781) 744-5333.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Douglass Edgerley& Bessom Funeral Home



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