Editha Shaw, 88, of Lynn Haven, Florida peacefully passed away March 4, 2015 in Tallahassee, Florida. Born March 20, 1926 in the Bronx, City of New York, NY to Carl and Viola Anderson, Editha served her country by joining the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II.
Upon completion of her training, she embarked on her career as a registered nurse bringing her to Red Hook, New York, where she resided for over twenty years and raised her two children. Moving to Houston, Texas in 1969 her career was highlighted by her work with Dr. Michael DeBakey at Methodist Hospital, and later at Hermann Hospital.
Part of the Greatest Generation, Editha was very dedicated to her profession, which spanned more than forty years, and she was fondly remembered and honored by doctors, interns, and patients alike. Upon retirement, Editha moved to Lynn Haven, Florida where she cherished her time with her many friends at water aerobics and Bunko parties.
Editha was predeceased by her adoring parents and brother, Kenneth C. Anderson (WWII veteran, USN, Ret.). A loving mother and wonderful friend to her two children, she is survived by her son, Warren B. Shaw (USAF, Ret.), a daughter Patricia L. Smith and son-in-law Gary W. Smith, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A lover of animals, memorial contributions in Editha's name may be made to the ASPCA or your local Humane Society.
Tallahassee Democrat, Mar 10, 2015
Upon completion of her training, she embarked on her career as a registered nurse bringing her to Red Hook, New York, where she resided for over twenty years and raised her two children. Moving to Houston, Texas in 1969 her career was highlighted by her work with Dr. Michael DeBakey at Methodist Hospital, and later at Hermann Hospital.
Part of the Greatest Generation, Editha was very dedicated to her profession, which spanned more than forty years, and she was fondly remembered and honored by doctors, interns, and patients alike. Upon retirement, Editha moved to Lynn Haven, Florida where she cherished her time with her many friends at water aerobics and Bunko parties.
Editha was predeceased by her adoring parents and brother, Kenneth C. Anderson (WWII veteran, USN, Ret.). A loving mother and wonderful friend to her two children, she is survived by her son, Warren B. Shaw (USAF, Ret.), a daughter Patricia L. Smith and son-in-law Gary W. Smith, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A lover of animals, memorial contributions in Editha's name may be made to the ASPCA or your local Humane Society.
Tallahassee Democrat, Mar 10, 2015
Editha Shaw, 88, of Lynn Haven, Florida peacefully passed away March 4, 2015 in Tallahassee, Florida. Born March 20, 1926 in the Bronx, City of New York, NY to Carl and Viola Anderson, Editha served her country by joining the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II.
Upon completion of her training, she embarked on her career as a registered nurse bringing her to Red Hook, New York, where she resided for over twenty years and raised her two children. Moving to Houston, Texas in 1969 her career was highlighted by her work with Dr. Michael DeBakey at Methodist Hospital, and later at Hermann Hospital.
Part of the Greatest Generation, Editha was very dedicated to her profession, which spanned more than forty years, and she was fondly remembered and honored by doctors, interns, and patients alike. Upon retirement, Editha moved to Lynn Haven, Florida where she cherished her time with her many friends at water aerobics and Bunko parties.
Editha was predeceased by her adoring parents and brother, Kenneth C. Anderson (WWII veteran, USN, Ret.). A loving mother and wonderful friend to her two children, she is survived by her son, Warren B. Shaw (USAF, Ret.), a daughter Patricia L. Smith and son-in-law Gary W. Smith, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A lover of animals, memorial contributions in Editha's name may be made to the ASPCA or your local Humane Society.
Tallahassee Democrat, Mar 10, 2015
Upon completion of her training, she embarked on her career as a registered nurse bringing her to Red Hook, New York, where she resided for over twenty years and raised her two children. Moving to Houston, Texas in 1969 her career was highlighted by her work with Dr. Michael DeBakey at Methodist Hospital, and later at Hermann Hospital.
Part of the Greatest Generation, Editha was very dedicated to her profession, which spanned more than forty years, and she was fondly remembered and honored by doctors, interns, and patients alike. Upon retirement, Editha moved to Lynn Haven, Florida where she cherished her time with her many friends at water aerobics and Bunko parties.
Editha was predeceased by her adoring parents and brother, Kenneth C. Anderson (WWII veteran, USN, Ret.). A loving mother and wonderful friend to her two children, she is survived by her son, Warren B. Shaw (USAF, Ret.), a daughter Patricia L. Smith and son-in-law Gary W. Smith, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A lover of animals, memorial contributions in Editha's name may be made to the ASPCA or your local Humane Society.
Tallahassee Democrat, Mar 10, 2015
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