Edith Maude Daly

Edith Maude Wade Daly, a native of the beautiful Emerald Isle of Montserrat, British West Indies and long-time resident of Boston, Massachusetts, gained her wings and went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 21, 2024. She was 92 years old when she peacefully passed away surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on August 16, 1932 to the late Walter and Catherine Daly Wade. She was the thirteenth of fifteen children. Edith was affectionately known as” Kumba” by her beloved siblings. She married Joseph Richard Daly in Boston, Massachusetts on October 3, 1959 and they had four children, Catherine, Joseph “Keith” Jr, David Kevin and Derick. Edith received her primary and secondary education in Montserrat. Upon immigrating to the United States, she pursued her higher education and graduated from Boston State College with a bachelor’s degree and later returned to Boston State College where she received her master’s degree in Social Work. During her career as a social worker, Edith worked for the State of Massachusetts, in the Boston and Roxbury areas, where she provided child welfare services for many years. She retired in her mid-fifties and moved with her husband, Joseph, to Montserrat where he became an ordained Reverend and they both served the Lord as the pastor and first lady of the Pilgrim Holiness Church in Davy Hill, Montserrat until their return to the United States in 2005. Edith later moved to the State of Maryland where she lived out her senior years with her son Derick and his wife Dina. She enjoyed traveling around the world with her husband and sisters. She was a talented musician, hairdresser, tailor and had quite a green thumb. Her gardens were admired by many. She loved spending time with her family and taking daily walks. Edith was a loving and devoted wife, mother, mother-in law, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend and will be greatly missed. She was gentle, kind, generous, and thoughtful. Everyone knew her for her willingness to help, her ability to make you smile, her warm heart and great personality. She is remembered as a mentor, visionary and a Godly woman whose passion for Christ inspired those around her. Her legacy continues through the many lives she touched. Edith received the Lord at an early age and had a great desire to personally know the Lord. She was a devout Christian her entire life, serving as a worship leader where she played the piano and served in many other roles at Beulah Pilgrim Holiness Church in Roxbury, MA. Edith loved the Lord and ensured that her loved ones not only attended church on a regular basis but also knew the bible. Quite often she was seen talking, reading, and discussing the bible with many young adults who were appreciative of her lessons and discussions. Her one purpose was to ensure that her loved ones knew Jesus and accepted him as their Lord and Savior. She is survived by her children Catherine Constant, David Kevin Daly and Derick Walter Daly, Son-in-law Errol Constant, Daughters-in-law: Desreen Daly, Osvaldina “Dina” Gomes Daly, Sheila Daly and Georgette Daly. She is the grandmother of eight, Stephen Constant, Karen Ann Constant, Rashell Nicole Daly, Sheree’ Edythe Daly, Kendrick Joseph Daly, Sean Daly, Andrew Joao Daly and Keith Jamal Daly, Great Grandmother to Everest Constant, Kanyon Constant, Leilani Adele Daly, Zion Constant, Kane Daly and Nova Sky Pina. She is also survived by one sister, Ruby Wade Bramble (Nevis, British West Indies), numerous nephews and nieces, as well as a host of great, and great-great nephews and nieces; and many friends near and far. Edith was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Richard Daly and her son Joseph Richard Daly Jr. “Keith”, along with many of her sisters and brothers. Special recognition and appreciation are given to her caregivers who took excellent care of her, in particular, Tiffany Monteiro Garrison. In addition, appreciation is expressed to University of MD Shore Regional Hospital and Talbot Hospice Staff for the incredible care provided to her.

Edith Maude Daly

August 16, 1932 - December 21, 2024