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Eunice Wilder Obituary
A Philadelphia native, Eunice graduated from The Philadelphia High School for Girls and received a B.S. in Accounting from Howard University in 1959. It was during college when she met her former husband, former Virginia governor L. Douglas Wilder, with whom she had three children: Lynn, Larry and Loren.
Eunice began her career at Consolidated Bank & Trust Co. After taking time to raise her family, she resumed her career as a cost accountant at Reynolds Metals Company in 1976 and held the position for 10 years. During that time, she also obtained her real estate broker's license and worked at Fowlkes & Ricks, Inc. After obtaining a Certification in Public Accounting (CPA), Eunice left Reynolds to work at Coopers & Lybrand accounting firm. In 1992, she was appointed to the position of Treasurer of the City of Richmond by the Richmond Circuit Court judiciary. Eunice then won six successive elections for treasurer and served 25 years in this position before retiring in 2016.
Eunice was a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Virginia Association of Realtors, the Treasurers' Association of Virginia, and Leadership Metro Richmond.
Eunice was also a member of The Richmond Chapter of The Links, Incorporated and the National Epicureans and this year (2022) marks her 50-year membership in The Girl Friends, Inc.
Eunice exuded happiness, humor, generosity, charisma and enthusiasm. She had creative flair and an artistic spirit. She always exhibited grace and strength notwithstanding any challenges or obstacles and kept a healthy sense of humor throughout.
Eunice was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Lucy Montgomery; and her three sisters, Jean, Jeannette and Sandra. She is survived by her three children, Lynn D. Wilder, Lawrence D. Wilder Jr. and Loren D. Wilder; two grandsons, Wilder J. James and Dean E. James; and nieces and nephews. A private funeral and interment will be held. Online guestbook guest available at affinityfuneralservice.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that gifts be made to Howard University in support of the Eunice Montgomery Wilder Scholarship Fund. Gifts may be made via credit card or electronic check online at https://giving.howard.edu/emw, or by mail at the following address: Howard University, Attn: Eunice M. Wilder Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 417853, Boston, Mass. 02241-7853.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Affinity Funeral Service - Richmond Chapel.
CHRISTINE BROOKS
January 6, 2024
Mrs. Eunice Wilder...still remembered, still missed.
Ruby
January 4, 2024
You did a fine job glad now tmyou ae
Christine Brooks
January 20, 2023
Mrs. Eunice Wilder... Still remembered, still missed...
Terry J. Binford
February 2, 2022
Lynne, Larry, and Loren, my Mother and I send Condolences, Prayers, and Strength. May you all cherish the memories of your Loved One.
Sincerely,
Eleanor and Terry Binford
Kelly Harris-Braxton and George Braxton, Archie Harris and Cheryle Thorne-H
January 31, 2022
Lynne, Larry and Loren, we send our deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear mother. She was a special woman. Prayers for great memories for you and your family.
Daryl Cumber Dance
January 31, 2022
I join the Wilder family in celebrating the life of a unique lady. My family and I loved and admired her. We share your grief.
In deepest sympathy,
Daryl Cumber Dance
Clyde A. Hughes Jr
January 30, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. God bless each of you.
Rudolph and Margaret Ingersoll
January 30, 2022
We extend our deepest condolences to the Wilder Family. May God grant you comfort and peace. We share in your sorrow in the loss of Ms. Eunice Wilder with love.
Rudolph and Margaret Ingersoll
January 30, 2022
We extend our deepest condolences to the Wilder Family. May God comfort you and give you peace. We share in your sorrow with love.
Edward Joseph James
January 29, 2022
Dear Beloved Family and Friends of Eunice M. Wilder.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Eunice was my mother in law during my marriage to Loren, and Eunice has always been very kind and considerate to me through the years since I met her in 1991, shortly after Loren and I began dating.
Eunice was a wonderful conversationalist. I took much pleasure in discussing a wide variety of topics with her over the years, and she was very knowledgeable about many current events. Eunice was a straight shooter and never minced words.
Eunice was always very supportive of our family and she loved her grandchildren Wilder Joseph James and Dean Edward James with all of her heart and desired that they prosper in every area of their lives.
I often asked Eunice to pray for our family, and especially for Wilder and Dean and I let her know that I believe God has a wonderful plan for Wilder and Dean. I am very grateful for all of Eunice´s prayers, including those for my mother, who has also been facing serious health challenges. Both of my parents (Edward Exodus James and Joan Bolden James) loved Eunice and they knew that Eunice truly loved me and that Eunice was very supportive of my family and me.
I am a better person for having been Blessed with the opportunity to know Eunice M. Wilder and to have been a part of her family for more than 2 decades.
May all of Eunice´s, family, friends and acquaintances who are mourning her in this season find Peace of Jesus Christ which Surpasses all understanding, and choose to celebrate her life.
May the Perfect Will of God be Accomplished in the lives of all who are fondly remembering Eunice today.
Love of Jesus Christ,
Edward Joseph James
Greater Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Joanne W Wilmott-Quarles
January 28, 2022
Oh my goodness mrs. Wilder your daughter loves her mommy so much. I'm Joanna that she talked about before he decided to go and so her Wild Oats in Africa somewhere where I wanted to go with her but I couldn't LOL. In the last six or eight months I have been trying to take time to contact you to see Berlin was because of course when you another country you can lose contact quicker than normal. So I say to your children that if your sister is trying to contact me my number is 804-533-9435. We just happen to need each other at the time that we met and I love her dearly. Please contact me for land please or give her my number
Christine M Brooks
January 28, 2022
I met Ms. Wilder while working in City Hall. It was always a pleasure to take a moment to drop by to say hello. Though our meetings were brief, they were so enlightening and full of smiles and laughter. Prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow. Rest in Heaven, Ms. Wilder...you will be truly missed.
Twandra Lomax-Brown
January 28, 2022
Larry, I'd like to extend my sincere condolences to you and your family. May God give you strength and endurance as you navigate through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ivy Seay Adams
January 28, 2022
Mrs. Wilder was always kind to me. I have fond memories of her doing the crossword puzzles and her pancakes. My prayers for comfort and condolences to her family
Angelia Cook Adediran
January 27, 2022
Larry, Loren, and Lynn
Our deepest condolences to you and your families. Your mother blessed so many in service and was truly a gift in public leadership! May God comfort you and give you peace.
Kimberly Brown & Family
January 27, 2022
Larry, Lynn and Loren, thinking of you and your family with our deepest condolences. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Robert Seay
January 27, 2022
Mrs. Wilder was always kind to me. I have fond memories of her doing the crossword puzzles and her pancakes.
My prayers for comfort and condolences to her family
Angela Fountain
January 27, 2022
Ms. E was a wonderful, caring and generous soul, with a sly sense of humor. She will definitely be missed.
Lakiesha Foster
January 27, 2022
Ms. Wilder was such a sweet woman. Loved to speak to her daily when I walked at City Hall. She had so much wisdom. Sorry to hear that she is gone. Rest in paradise.
The Dixon Family
January 27, 2022
Loren and the Wilder family please accept our condolences and prayers - From David & Terri Dixon and family!
Esther vassar
January 26, 2022
Sincere condolences to the family of my dear friend, Eunice M.Wilder. Eunice will be remembered for her loving and generous spirit and heart. Rest in peace, my friend.
Karen Royal Love
January 26, 2022
Loren Dean,
all my Prayers Love and FRIENDSHIP!!!
Always,
Karen
Cynthia R Muse
January 26, 2022
I went to high school with Eunice. We had wonderful times. She was quite bright, loved to have fun but was also serious about her "homework." Although she did not return to Philadelphia after college, we still remained friends. Through the years there were many celebrations and from time to time some visits. But I'll mostly miss the long spirited telephone conversations that began when our children were young and continued through our retirement. So long my friend. I'll love you forever. Cynthia Muse
Bonita Knight
January 26, 2022
My family and I would like to extend our prayers and condolences to Lynn, Larry, Loren, and family of Eunice. Working with her was a pleasure and she will never be forgotten
- Bonita Knight and Family
Basil and Gooden
January 26, 2022
Lynn, Larry, Loren, and Family,
We offer our deepest condolences in the passing of your Mother. May warm memories help to provide a measure of comfort to you during this difficult time.
Mike Lowery
January 26, 2022
I worked with Eunice as a cost accountant with Reynolds Metals during the early 80´s. She was quick-witted, outspoken, and truly memorable. I loved her stories from the years she was raising her family.
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