Edna Mae (Lee) Hedrick

Edna Mae (Lee) Hedrick, 88, of Memphis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 29, 2025. Her journey began on March 23, 1937, in Borden, where she was born in a log cabin to Richard and Laura (Swartz) Lee. Throughout her life, Edna cultivated a multitude of passions that reflected her vibrant spirit. She had an adventurous heart, reveling in the joy of travel, the beauty of gardening, and the thrill of collecting.

A skilled quilter, Edna created countless intricate works of art, each stitched piece woven with love and care, which she generously shared with her family, leaving a legacy of warmth and creativity. Her fondness for Elvis Presley was also a notable aspect of her personality, showcasing her fun spirit.

Known affectionately as "Ma," Edna was a caretaker at heart, extending kindness and nurturing to all those she encountered. Many children were fortunate to experience her love, as she served as a babysitter to numerous families.

Edna's legacy is one of love and resilience, marked by enduring relationships and cherished memories. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Hedrick; her son, Dale Sneed; two grandchildren, Nicki Sneed and Paul House; and her eight siblings.

She is survived by her loving children, Lisa House (Gary) and Chuck Hedrick (Lora). Also left to cherish her memory are her daughter-in-law, Annette Sneed; her grandchildren, Christine Sneed (Jared), Alicia Wilson (Thomas), Ashley Schmidt (Kyle), C.W. Hedrick (Kailey), Jamie Stookey (Ashley), Josh Stookey, and Kayla Stookey; as well as her great-grandchildren, Kendel, Zoey, Elly, Carson, Eli, Alaura, and Dalen; her brother, Mervin Lee, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation for Edna will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, located at 3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany and continue on Friday after 9:00 a.m. A funeral service honoring her life will take place on Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home, with burial to follow at Miller Cemetery in Borden.

Contributions in her memory may be made to Hosparus - the Community Hospice of Southern Indiana.