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Williamenia Wright Obituary

Wright, Williamenia Age 70, passed away Monday, June 27, 2011, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Louin, Mississippi on July 20, 1940, she was the daughter of the late William and Olevia (King) Williamson. She received her nursing degree from Joliet Junior College in December 1988 and recently retired from Silver Cross Hospital after 40 years of service. Her greatest pleasures were working in her flower beds, spending time with her granddaughters, shopping, and cheering for the Chicago Bulls! She is survived by her Husband of 50 years, Johnnie L. Wright; her daughters Lisa (Preston) Hicks of Battle Creek, Michigan, Jeannine Patterson of Plymouth, Minnesota; and her granddaughters, Ashlyn Hicks and McKenzie Patterson. Sisters; Idell (Charles) Pierce of Chicago, Lodell Betts of Joliet, Doris Steele of Chicago, Annie Ruth Griffin of Toledo, Ohio, Charlene (Frank) Bates of Shorewood, Illinois, Joyce (Freddie Lee) Robertson of Louin, Mississippi.Williamenia had a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friends. Besides her parents, Williamenia was preceded in death by her sister, Glozeddie Williamson. Visitation will be Friday, July 1, 2011 at Minor-Morris Funeral Home, 112 Richards Street, Joliet, IL. 60433, from 2pm to 6pm and on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 402 Singleton Place, Joliet, IL, 60436 from 10am-11am. Homegoing service will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2011, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church at 11am. Interment will be private. The family asks that donations be made in Williamenia's name to the Joliet Area Community Hospice, 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, IL, 60431.

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Published by Herald-News on Jun. 30, 2011.

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Ruthie Lee-Riley

August 9, 2011

You are such a lucky family to have been blessed with the presence of such an extraordinary woman. Regardless of the time you shared together. I worked with Williamenia at Silver Cross and never knew such a poised, graceful and professional person. She is truly in the hands of the Lord now. Bless you all.

Donisha Fitts-Batts

July 24, 2011

I feel blessed to have spent parts of my life with Mrs. Williamenia.

Jeanine Lewis

July 17, 2011

Dear Jeannine and McKenzie- My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you. So proud of you Jeannine for all you are doing to press forward during this challenging time. I'm here for you.

July 8, 2011

The Wright Family,

I worked with Mrs. Wright at Silver Cross Hospital from 1985-1988. Over the years I have never forgotten Mrs. Wright. At that time she was so determined to finish her nursing degree and she did it. I was so proud of her. She was a beautiful woman with a warm sincere spirit and a wonderful role model. She loved and was so proud of her children. My heart goes out to you all. I pray God's blessing upon you all for strength and peace throughout this most difficult time.
Thelma (Minor) Crudup, St. Peters, MO.

Kristin Nordling

July 6, 2011

Jeannine and McKenzie - - you have been in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, I am very sorry for your loss.

July 4, 2011

Johnny and Girls: May God continue to strengthen and comfort you, and keep you in His Arc of Love.

Dorothy Davis and Family

Jonathan & Melissa Smith

July 3, 2011

To Lisa and Family. May God keep you and bless you. Find peace in knowing that God is still in control. Rest in his arm and allow him to give you a peace that passes all understanding.

James Harris

July 3, 2011

Lisa, Preston and Ashlyn

We are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep you lifted up in our prayers and hope that you will find comfort and peace.

James, Belinda & Jordan Harris

Adriane Allen

July 3, 2011

Lisa and Family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this time. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you.

July 2, 2011

To the family of Williamenia Wright,may bless and keep you in this time of sorrow.Celedwood and Georgia A. McCullum

Mary Weder-Hawes

July 2, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked at Silver Cross with Williamenia several years ago. She was a very sweet lady. The family will be in my prayers.

July 2, 2011

TO JOHN AND THE FAMILY,
WE WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU, THAT GOD WILL CONTINUE TO BLESS AND KEEP YOU DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW.
FLOYD, SR. AND MARGIE WOODS

Nicole Smith

July 2, 2011

Jeannine, the memories you shared with your mother will carry you through. She lives within your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you. N

LaNita White

July 2, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Evangelist Ester Davis

July 2, 2011

I work with Williamena for years at SCH she always greeted me with a smile I cherish the memories that we shared I pray that the Lord will comfort the families and friends with His peace, strengthen you with the faith of His love.

Diane Williams

July 1, 2011

Thank God for allowing me to cross her path...we love you all! praying for you all

July 1, 2011

To the Wright family:
May God strengthen, bless,and keep you during this difficult time.
Raychel Sanders
Houston, Tx

Pam Duffy

July 1, 2011

John, Lisa, & Jeannine~
I was one of the hospice nurses that was welcomed into your home on 6-18-11. Even at such a difficult time for all of you-the family love & loyalty I felt and witnessed was so beautiful. I felt a connection to all of you immediately and a deep love & caring for Williamenia. I thought of each and everyone of you since that day. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
My Deepest Sympathies~Pam Duffy, JACH field nurse

July 1, 2011

I have been a staff physician at Silver Cross Hospital for almost 40 yrs. and it has been my pleasure to have known this most dignified lady. She was a warm and gentle person who always seemed to smile when dealing with physicians and patients. I am sorry that she has left us. She brought comfort to many at Silver Cross and made us at Silver proud to be able to call her part of the "Silver Cross Family" Dr. Daniel Gutierrez

EMMA SIMPSON

July 1, 2011

MR, WRIGHT, LISA AND JEANNINE, I JUST LEARNED OF MRS WRIGHT HOME GOING, MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AN THE GIRLS, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AN THEM AN STRENGHTEN YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. I WORKED WITH MRS WRIGHT BACK IN 1987, SHE WAS A WONDERFUL WOMAN, AN A JOY TO WORK WITH , ALL SHE EVER TALKED ABOUT WAS JOHNNY, AN THE GIRLS. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

MitchandMattie Stevens

July 1, 2011

Jeannine, John, Lisa, and family:
We are holding you close in our hearts and keeping you constantly in our prayers. God knows, He cares, and He heals.
Williamenia was a beautiful person, whom we were blessed to know. Her spirit will continue to encourage us.
Lovingly,
Mitchell and Mattie Stevens

Peggie Evans

July 1, 2011

To Jeannine and the family of Williamenia Wright:
Although my words are inadequate, please know that I am here for you, and I offer my heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
Trust that God will comfort and restore you during this difficult time, and please know that you are constantly in my prayers.
Always,Peggie

Tracey McCoy

July 1, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

derrick williams

July 1, 2011

my prayers and my thoughts are with the entire family during this time.

July 1, 2011

John,Lisa,Jeannine & family:
I was so saddened to hear of Williamenia passing, but she has made her transition to her permanent home and is in the presence of the Lord. I know this is a difficult time, but celebrate how she lived her life..Loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt,and friend. I will cherish the memories of when we worked @ Silver Cross as nurses caring for patients for over 40 years.
Praying that God will strengthen and comfort you.

Barbara Spann
Olive Branch, MS

Jennifer Johnson

July 1, 2011

To the Wright Family. My deepest sympathy is extended to you at this most difficult time. Trust in the Lord to see you through this. He will take care of you.

Sandy Bumber

June 30, 2011

I worked with Williamenia for many years at SCH. She was always very professional and took excellent care of her patients. She was a nice person and a class act. I'm glad I knew her.

Michelle & Tony Warren

June 30, 2011

Mr. Wright, Lisa, Jeannine and the entire family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will continue to pray that God comforts your hearts during this time and the days ahead.

Amanda Patterson

June 30, 2011

Uncle Johnnie, Lisa, and Jeannine, I want to send your family my heartfelt thoughts and prayers during this time. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. I love you and am praying that you are strengthened by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ during this difficult and dark time in your lives.

Harold Hicks

June 30, 2011

Lisa, Ashlyn, Preston, Mr. Wright & Jeannine.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family as you deal with the loss of your love one, Mrs. Wright. I know it will be difficult but keep your faith in God.
(Ashlyn- Grandpop Harold loves you)

Thelma Holman

June 30, 2011

My prayers are with you at this time of sorrow

Rev. Monroe & Jean Smith

June 30, 2011

Lisa, Preston & Ashlyn,
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. Please continue to keep your faith in God who will surely be there for you in the days ahead.
"God will wipe away every tear from their eye, and there will be no more death, sadnss, crying, or pain."
Rev. 21:4

Randy & Dawn Nowak

June 30, 2011

Jeannine, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

June 30, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. May God pour a special blessing on you to comfort you during this time.

Nathaniel, Elisha Williamson

June 30, 2011

I WILL love thee, O Lord, my strength.
The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.
PSALM 18:1,2

Sandy Day

June 30, 2011

Jeannine, your Mom was beautiful inside and out. She was a beacon of light in your and everyone's life she touched. May she rest in peace in God's Grace.

Melony Martin

June 30, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with Uncle Johnnie, Lisa, Jeannie and the entire extended family during this very difficult time.

Keith Wyche

June 30, 2011

My prayers and condolences go out to Jeannine and your family during this difficult time. May the Lord give you comfort both now and in the future.

June 30, 2011

Johnnie, Lisa and Jeannie, I am very sorry to hear of Williamenia's passing. You have all been in my prayers for weeks. I pray that God will give you the comfort that surpasses all human understanding.

Ethie Prudent

June 30, 2011

Your loss has been gravely felt by everyone on the team and in the office. You are missed and McKenzie and you have been in everyone's thoughts. Williamenia seems to have been equally loved and appreciated and I hope that you and your family can find some peace after such a difficult time. My warmest thoughts are with you and your family. Ethie

Charise Westbrooks

June 30, 2011

Jeannine, on behalf of the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority Incorporated, Delta Omicron Chapter and your line S.S. Harmony, we offer our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. Please know that we are here for you and we love you. We ask that God Grace and warm memories of your mother bring you and your family comfort.

June 30, 2011

John, may God comfort you and your family in your hour of sorrow. Cutlow and I will keep you and your children in our prayers.You have our heartfelt sympathy. Josie and Cutlow Kelly

June 30, 2011

To Mr. Wright, You and your daughters are in my prayers. I remember when I delivered my son and Mrs. Wright was my nurse, and she took such good care of me. I remember she said she liked working in that department because it gave her a chance to experience a miracle every day--that was over 20 years ago, and I still remember those profound words. May God Bless You, Connie Ellis-Crest Hill, IL

Flo Freeman

June 30, 2011

To the Wright Family:I am so sorry for the loss of such a warm and beautiful individual. Williamenia always had a beautiful smile and a kind word for everyone. She will be missed.

geraldine mabry-littlepage

June 30, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Tonya Seanior

June 30, 2011

Jeannine,
You are in my prayers and thoughts. May God comfort you and your family.

Patricia McDaniel-Hill

June 30, 2011

To Mr. Wright, Lisa and Jeannine:
My prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time in your lives. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you in the days and years to come. Be Blessed!

Darren Freeman

June 30, 2011

Jeanine, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom was a beautiful person, and will be missed terribly. Please let your father, and sister know I will be thinking of you all, and praying.

LAURIE A WILLIAMS

June 30, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Renee Cole

June 30, 2011

To Jeannine and Family my thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. I know there are no word that could explain your grief but know that you are loved by so many. During this time may you lean on your faith and not your understanding; know that he is a merciful God and he is holding you in his arms even at this hour. You celebrate her life each and everyday by being "who you are" and for that she can sleep peacefully. I love you and although not under the best circumstances look forward to seeing you and giving you a great big hug.

Dorci Winbush

June 30, 2011

Lisa, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My God continue to comfort you and your family during this time. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Anita Carroll

June 30, 2011

To the Williamenia Wright Family:
I recall Nurse Wright at Silver Cross Hospital, during the birth of some of my chidren, and the sickness of my father. Her memory was etched in my mind, due to her apparent committment to her profession of Nursing. May God comfort you during your time of bereavement, and please know, "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal."
Anita Carroll

Dorothy & Bill Arrington

June 30, 2011

To John, Lisa, Jeanine & family:
We were saddened to hear of your loss and we know that you know that God knows what is best for all. We are praying that God will strengthen and comfort you at this time and in days to come. May His peace abide with you now and forever.

God bless,

Danielle Withers

June 30, 2011

Jeannine, Lisa and family: Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to all of you during this difficult time. I was blessed to know Mrs. Wright since childhood. A beautiful woman of such grace, beauty and class. I will miss her, and will cherish her memory deep in my heart. Love to you all, Danielle Withers & Family

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