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Bessie Evelyn Grauerholz Wright was born December 31, 1916 in Memphis, Nebraska.
She served in the United States Navy during World War II and the Korean War.Bessie married Russell William Wright on November 25 1952.
She was active in the United Methodist Church; serving on the Board of Trustees and also as financial secretary at her local church in Thornton and in Memphis. After moving to Texas, she continued her volunteer work in the church as well in the local library and senior center. She was best known for her knitted and crocheted blankets, scarves, and hats.
She died on July 12, 2012 and joins her husband in peace.
Bessie is survived by her brother, her son and his wife, her three granddaughters, three great-granddaughters, and three great-grandsons as well as several nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews.
A memorial service will be held July 25, 2012 at 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in The Colony, Texas.
In honor of Bessie, and in lieu of flowers, please donate your time, talent, or monies to your local church or community group.
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