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Helen M. Mitzie Wright
02/27/1914 — 11/30/2008
From Richland, WA, US | Born in Jeffersontown, KY
Helen M. Mitzie Wright
Helen M. "Mitzie" Wright
Helen M. "Mitzie" Wright passed away Sunday, November 30, 2008 at the age of 94 at Richland Life Care Center.
She will be remembered by all who knew her, relative or friend, for her quick smile and her kind and loving personality.
Mitzie was born February 27, 1914 in Jeffersontown, Kentucky to Edna DeBore and Eberhard Mittler. She received her Nursing Degree from St. Anthony's Hospital Nursing School, Louisville, Kentucky in 1935. She enlisted in the Army Nursing Corps on November 8, 1937 at Walter Reed Hospital. Mitzie was discharged on October 27, 1941 at Ft. Benjamin Harrison in order to be married to Wakefield Wright. JoAnn, their daughter was born in 1942 and they adopted a son, Robert Bobby in 1950.
Mr. and Mrs. Wright arrived in Richland in 1944 where Mitzie and Wakie raised their children. Mitzie went back to nursing at Richland Clinic retiring in 1972.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Mason and her husband, Wakie and their son, Bobby and daughter, Jo.
She is survived by her son-in-law, Willie Evans; Granddaughter, Michele Evans; Grandson, Mike Evans and his wife Cathy; and Great Grandson, Connor Wakefield Evans; her brother, Jack Mittler and wife Betty; brother in law, Bill Wright and his wife, Joyce; sister in law, Catherine Good; and numerous nieces and nephews and cousins.
The family would like to extend sincere appreciation to the staffs of Quail Hollow and Richland Life Care Center and Dr. M.L. Ramesh for the tender loving care given to Mitzie these last few years.
There will be viewing on Friday, December 5th from 5-8pm at Einan's Funeral Home. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, December 6th at 11:00 am at Richland Lutheran Church, Stevens and Van Giesen.
In lieu of flowers her family has asked that donations be made to Good News Media Ministry or the Richland Lutheran Church Foundation.
I was saddened to hear of Mitzieâs passing. I am the grand daughter of Eddie and Maxine Vogel and I remember spending some very special time with Wakie, Mitzie and my grandparents. I will cherish my memories forever.
Mitzie and Wakie were such a part of the Turner family for many years in Richland. They were such special people and we loved to visit with them each time we were in the Tri-Cities. They will always be in our memories and hearts.
My memories of Aunt Mitzie are very special. There are so many to share. I remember our trip to Mexico. She and Uncle Wakie joined my Mom, my brother, and a group of friends for the adventure. We traveled by train to Mexico City. It took 2 days to get to the city. We spent a couple weeks in Mexico and the surrounding areas, and then boarded the train for the two day return trip. We ate sandwiches and cookies that I brought along and we played Zonk! We not only enjoyed Mexico City but we also toured a few other cities. We climbed the pyramids and shopped the markets. We enjoyed the Mariachi’s and even went to some night clubs. I remember eating at one of the buffets. I was eating a bowl of delicious soup. Aunt Mitzie asked if I had tried the Octopus. I said absolutely not! She asked what I was eating and i told her the Sopa de Pulpe. My Mom and everyone laughed since I was on my second serving. Pulpe is Octopus and although I am fluent in Spanish, I did not connect the dots before finishing the second bowl. Aunt Mitzie always knew how to entertain us and keep us happy. Her smile and the twinkle in her eyes were contagious and will be with me forever. I will miss you, Aunt Mitzie and am sad you are gone but on the other hand, I rejoice in that you have moved on to be with Uncle Wakie, Bobby, and Jo. Know that you will always be loved. Cathy Margrethe Hawn’s daughter and Brian my son, Kristina my daughter, Adam my future son-in-law, Kaytia my grandaughter, and Robert ex-husband.
Some of the fondest memories I have of the time I spent living in Richland include the times I spent with Mitzie and Wakie. Living next door to them on El Monte Ct. was such a joy.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family that they loved so much and of which they were so proud.
Our mother, Ruth Meek, was Mitzie’s roommate at Quail Hollow for a time. Near the end of Mom’s life journey my sister and I spent 24 hours a day in Mom and Mitzie’s room. We became very attached to Mitzie with her sweet and loving manner. We knew she was a former golfer so we frequently referred to her golfing days while talking with her. She would reply with smiles and affirmations that warmed us every time. Our prayers are with her and her family, although we know she is now praying for all of us. Thank you, Mitzie, for making our time of trial sunnier.
Affectionately,
Patricia Hodges
Nancy Shoemake
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