Edith Emenike

In Loving Memory

Edith Emenike

Born
28 January 1965
Passed
7 October 2025
Lived In
London
The family wishes to extend deep gratitude to all, for the prayers, support, comforting messages, calls, flowers, cards and gifts during this time of bereavement.

Edith's Life Story

Born
28 January 1965
Passed
7 October 2025
Lived In
London
Edith was a beautiful soul that touched the lives of many both with her beautiful voice in song and through her amazing work. Her life story is a truly amazing one, not necessarily a fairy tale, but a tale of strength and perseverance.

Having been signed to a major record label in her early 20's, she was living her dream releasing her hit single "Someday" in 1994, as well as travelling the world performing. However this did not last forever as she was eventually dropped from the record label. Around this period, she began her battle with drug addiction which lasted several years, however it is how she fought back with the support of her loved ones that defines the type of person she was.

At the time of her passing she was a few days shy of reaching 15 years clean of drugs and alcohol, something she worked very hard towards and was very proud of, as we all were for her. Not only this, but she took pride in helping other recovering addicts on their journeys and was always a source of support and guidance.

No matter what came her way, good, bad or indifferent she met every challenge head on, including her battle with cancer. Despite the shock of finding out she had a terminal illness, she fought hard, as she did every battle in her life right until the end.

So as we come together to celebrate the life of this beautiful soul, beyond the inevitable sadness, let's celebrate the fact we were blessed with the time we had with her.

Funeral Details

Lambeth Crematorium

04/11/2025

11am

Officiant: Rev Denzil Larbi

Memories

Condolences & Memories

(50)
Magdalena17 Oct 2025

Our dearest beautiful Eddy. You will never be forgotten. I pray for your family , that with time they find acceptance and peace without your presence. RIEP

EsjaeReply23 Oct 2025

You depicted a great warrior queen and you will always remain a queen in my mind. Riep.x

Afshin17 Oct 2025

Eddy…you were the first person I sat next to and met almost 12 years ago when I arrived in London and to NA. You embraced me and made me feel welcome. You were such a light and your laugh was so contagious ! I hope you found some peace now. Here are two photos I took of you looking like the real you

Caragh Arthur17 Oct 2025

Eddie. You shall be missed darling. X

Sharon17 Oct 2025

I had the privilege of meeting Eddy in 2009. I was always drawn to her flamboyant and beautiful energy, her fighting spirit, infectious laugh, her support and guidance over the years. Life won’t be the same without you Eddy, but just know that you are loved and missed by all who had the privilege of knowing you. Thank you for showing me that no matter what, going back to the old life is not an option. You’re a true “No Matter What “ warrior. I’ll never forget the laughter at the hospital and seeing you with fresh lashes and nails, in true Eddy Queens fashion, not to mention the wig. You have left a gaping hole in our community and will live on in our hearts. Fly high Eddy Queens…….GBNG

Dominique17 Oct 2025

Eddie you gave me the encouragement to not run away when things got hard & believed in me that i would get my daughter back, you have paved the way for women in recovery to remain strong and support each other, fly high

YVONNE WICKHAM17 Oct 2025

So sorry to hear of this sad news…, Eddy was a fantastic singer and a very uplifting person to be around Give them songs up there Yvonne

Tara St hill18 Oct 2025

Eddy was a ray of sunshine a soul sista I love her laugh her energy and nails her kindness and she was honest to the max the world will moss you eddy but your an angel️now rest in peace beautiful soul ❤️️

AMANDA Richardson18 Oct 2025

So sorry to the family’s loss. Eddy was a strong character with lovely kindness. Will be missed

Charine18 Oct 2025

Oh Eddy! Gone far, far too soon! I was so sure that if anyone could beat this thing, it would be you, with your indomitable, indefatigable spirit and zest for life. You were very open that you wanted to live long enough to see your grandchildren grow up and that chance was cruelly snatched from you … but I’m sure you will still be looking down on them and smiling from above. Shine on superstar! You – and that infectious laugh! – are already very much missed xxx

Chiara Palmieri18 Oct 2025

This makes me really sad, you will be missed so much, I thank you for always encouraging me to go to clean Break and my promise to you I will continue on the path you so help me get on. Always and forever ♥️

Anna19 Oct 2025

Our wonderful Eddy ❤️ since knowing you and the riches you brought all that knew you, when you sang at Terry’s funeral brought tears to everyone’s eyes you will never be forgotten have fun there with Terry and those who passed before you ❤️ Anna, Vicki Ross and fran

Lucy Perman19 Oct 2025

So very sorry to hear of Eddy’s passing. Sending love and my condolences to her family including the Clean Break family. She was an absolute legend and lit up a room with her sparkling presence, good humour and incredible voice. You will be missed Eddy. Lucy

Marina Blake ( Monplaisir )19 Oct 2025

So sorry to hear the passing of Edith. She was my first and best friend when I changed primary school (Rosedale) we were inseparable. She had a beautiful voice and always wanted to perform. My heart is torn. To her family, stay strong and be each others comfort. RIP dear friend

Michelle20 Oct 2025

Eddy made me laugh by just looking at her sometimes . Her funny faces & that unforgettable laugh . l loved performing with her, on many clean break projects. I am glad I got to create a contemporary piece with lucie lou for Eddy We danced whilst Eddy sang her own track . She helped so many people . Including me. We will miss her . Her smile & that magnetic energy will allways fill the walls of clean break Theatre Company . Sending love to her family. Son & grandkids . ❤️ Michelle xxxx

Mandy Law20 Oct 2025

My deepest condolences to the family of of our Queen Edi. Your smile was infectious and your soul beautiful. May you rest in internal peace. God has prepared a place for you to do his work in heaven. We truly love you and you will be forever be in our thoughts. Love from the Law Family

Chibuzo21 Oct 2025

This is so painful. But God knows the best. May your soul rest in peace.

K D21 Oct 2025

Sending condolences to your family. Such a loss, beautiful, wonderful Eddie, sleep peacefully ❤️

Dawn22 Oct 2025

My Condolences go out to the Emenike Family! So sorry to hear this sad news! My heart goes out to you all. Dawn, Delano, Kenny and Chantel xxx

Winston Francis23 Oct 2025

I just spoke to JD and was shocked to hear about the passing of Edith. I’m so so sorry. Please accept my condolences. Respect from Winston Francis and Family.

Fran Moore23 Oct 2025

Sending huge healing love to you all … Eddy “The Queen” touched the lives the world over & is dearly missed … bless her darling heart may she rest well now in eternal peace xxx

Adam Agnilleri24 Oct 2025

I worked with Eddy on a track and met her only twice. We had a great time creating music together. She was kind and a lovely person with a warm caring energy. Memories I won’t forget. Blessed to have connected with her. Thinking of the family and sending my condolences to you all x

Jason Yates26 Oct 2025

Goodnight my fierce, fearless friend. You have seen me, held me and inspired me. I shall miss you everyday to the stars and back. Until we meet again, Eddy. Your friend, Jason

Mickey28 Oct 2025

I still remember the first time we went for coffee, you told me your story and that you were okay. Then you told me that I would be okay, it started my journey of recovery and I take all the lessons you taught me those first few years of working together. You’ll live on through me and all the others that you impacted. Rest in Power

Sarah Dent29 Oct 2025

My dearest honey boo, life will never be the same. We shared so much together over the years in recovery & your the reason, I came to Clean break. I’m eternally grateful for a friendship. Four hopeless addicts and my son George made it to the big apple. The Recovey Convention was called the Impossible Dream. We danced in Time Square and laughed so much. you are always with me. You’re forever in my heart. I love you xx Sarah Jane

LINDA MILLER29 Oct 2025

My beautiful Eddie I find myself thinking about you all the time and realising how much I miss you. It’s the little things, like picturing your big, beautiful smile when something truly delighted you. But mostly, I miss that laugh—the one that started in your belly and burst out, making everyone around you feel like they were in on a wonderful secret. You never seemed to have a single fear. You just charged into life, and I’m so grateful I was there to witness it. Your memory is a treasure I will always hold in my heart.”

Robert Hardware31 Oct 2025

Eddy and I first met when we joined the cast of Black Heroes in the Hall of Fame. Oh, how we laughed together and shared so many good times while touring. It took us a minute to warm to each other but once we did, we were good. An amazing singer/performer with an amazing soul who was so kind hearted to everyone she came in contact with. You are a strong, independent, vibrant being who still had so much to give however, you’ve been called home to glory where you can continue doing the amazing things you always did and keep on giving the gift of you. Thank you Eddy for being in my life’s journey. Fly high Angel. Fly as high as the rainbow carries you. You are loved and will be missed. Peace be still ️ ️ ️ ️

Donna Daley miller31 Oct 2025

She was an inspiration to others helped so many sorry for your loss she will be missed so much

Inka J Lorde31 Oct 2025

I’m so sorry for your loss Such a vibrant soul and I now know that we shared the same Earthstrong day May Eddy RIEP knowing that she was loved by everyone/anyone she met Forever in my heart ❤️ As she done Clean Break proud Everytime What a Legend

Melissa Ewart1 Nov 2025

My darling sweetheart Eddie from day 1 we connected having fun living life in the fellowship of the spirit, we have always been friends, knowing that ill see you when come over the river to south London. I cant seem to process your gone , An angel in the sky with God when ever I see a feather I know its you.. may you rest in peace your loving friend Melissa xxxx

Tamara1 Nov 2025

My darling Edith, you were one of my best friends at school and you were my partner in crime. You touched so many with your personality and love ❤️ You will never been forgotten. My condolences to all your family and friends. Until we meet again my Queen love you ❤️❤️❤️

Joel Trill2 Nov 2025

Eddy, you meant so much to so many people. You inspired with your courage, warmed hearts with your kindness, and taught us that laughter was usually the best medicine for a life well lived! I miss you immensely! Godspeed, my friend! Love Always! Xx

Donna Benjamin2 Nov 2025

Always there for others untill you couldn’t be there. Making us laugh and staying strong. Thank you beautiful voice Eddy QueensNever forgotten

Elias2 Nov 2025

Edith such an inspiration a bright spirit. Can still see your smile & laugh. You really was a Sheree Rest in peace. Your spirit lives on. Nuff love Remain Bless

Shelley3 Nov 2025

Eddy is the Queen of Angels, such an inspiration and comfort to all who came into contact with her. Such a beautiful soul inside and out. A huge loss to this world but her spirit will never be forgotten – especially that beautiful smile and infectious laugh. My deepest condolences to all Eddy’s family and close friends. “The price we pay for love is grief”

Nikki Attree3 Nov 2025

It’s taken me until now to be able to write a message as I’m simply still lost for words that we’ve lost you, I thought you would be around forever. Many wonderful years of friendship, the first few we were joined at the hip. Thank you for adopting me into your family very early on and I will never forget that. I’m so happy you met all of my family too and they are as sad as me at your untimely passing. Thankfully I have a million happy memories of you captured in my heart, mind and on video. You had an amazing voice and I’ve been listening to your music over and over again just to hear your voice. Fly high my sweetheart, I’ll never forget you and will love you forever. I truly have lost a very special friend xxx

Caroline3 Nov 2025

Sing high darling Eddy….I’m just going to keep that laugh and love of yours in my heart.

Ngozi Nwachukwu3 Nov 2025

We love you but God loves you more. May your soul rest in peace.

Sharon J3 Nov 2025

To a Beautiful Strong Black Woman who won in the end… God get ready for a Non Stop Singing Angel

Ricardo Sinclair3 Nov 2025

Eddy it’s been a time thinking of you not being here. Thank you for all of the fun memories we had at Bussey! Thank you for the fun nights out for your birthday and others! You’ve been a light in a time of darkness for so many people. May your light shine on forever in our hearts. Love you always. Rest in POWER girl xxxxx

Streetlytes5727@gmail.com3 Nov 2025

Is there an online link for eddy’s funeral

Juliette Larthe4 Nov 2025

Darling Eddy what a joy you were to me and a supporter, through all the hard times and the good. Witnessing your inspiring efforts creating with Nubian CoHearts and with Clean Break. You always striving to create better worlds and places, showing the way with your strength, vitality and tenacity. The rock you have been for so many. Your incredible spirit, warm soul, kind hugs will never be forgotten. It’s with such great sadness we no longer have you on earth with us and pray you are being as celebrated in heaven as we want to here. What an honor to have been in your orbit, with yr incredible friends and this life you made sure you made the most of. Through the sickness you still shined bright and remain forever a beacon in our hearts.

Pauline Squire4 Nov 2025

Dearest Eddy it was a great pleasure to know you your light shone bright I remember Black Heros in the Hall of Fame how you commanded the stage amazing may God bless your soul may you sing with the Angels Rest in Peace

Michael4 Nov 2025

My condolences to Eddy’s family. Shine on you crazy diamond ✨️

John4 Nov 2025

It was a joy to know you and to see the wonderful changes you made in your life. Go well jxxx

Marcus4 Nov 2025

I just would like to thank you for being one of the torch bearers. Lighting the way for others like myself. Which allows me to do the same. Thank you, Eddy!!! Rest now, we got it from here, my sister.

Demi4 Nov 2025

Eddy – your laughter filled the hallways of Clean Break long before I joined, and when I finally got to hear that laugh in person, I immediately understood why you were so beloved. To be honest it felt like I was meeting a CB celebrity! Then I heard the voice! What an incredible voice you were blessed with! It was such a joy to hear you sing, to see your energy fill the room and sparkle like a firework. Beautiful. A marvel. Totally contagious. Thank you for sharing your light with us all. Sleep sweetly Eddy xx

Elaine & Tony xxxx4 Nov 2025

Eddie xxx myself and my son Tony, we love you from the heart as you know. my darling darling darling , you are truly missed. This is a road we all have to travel, some go sooner than later but we all have to go. And I love you and I miss you. You have a place in my heart always and always. love you my darlin, you know that. Elaine and Tony. Xxxxxx

Nicola Robinson4 Nov 2025

My condolences to Nile and the entire family at this sad times. Rest well. Niki

Linda & family xxx.4 Nov 2025

“Thank you for allowing me to be a part of such a meaningful send-off, even though streaming. I still felt part of being there. The service was conducted with immense dignity and grace.” It was a beautiful ceremony and words from everyone was truly captured. The music choices were meaningful. The urology given by Nile her son really highlighted Eddie and her life with such quality and kindness ( this is an understatement) nile… you know Eddie is sooo proud of you xx all the photos and stories shared today painted such a beautiful story of eddies life. Please know that all family and friends are in my thoughts at this difficult time.. WE ALL LOVE YOU EDDIE XXXXX

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Funeral Details

Location
Lambeth Crematorium
Date
04/11/2025
Time
11am
Officiant
Rev Denzil Larbi

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