Wanda Wright Lewis

Wanda (Wright) Lewis passed away quietly on March 15, 2014 at St. Francis Medical Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, surrounded by her loving family. A native of Johnson City, Wanda was born on June 19, 1924 to the late V.C. 'Jake'? and Emma (Gray) Wright. She graduated from Science Hill High School. Wanda worked at Oak Ridge before working at Mountain Home, where she met her husband, James W. Lewis. They moved to Washington, D.C. where they both worked for the federal government. A few years later, she chose to live her life as a wife and mother. She was absolutely devoted to her family. Wanda was always very close to her only child, Kathryn Lewis-Salem. She welcomed Kathys husband, Abdelmonem Salem, and cherished the addition of her grandson, James H. Salem. All are residents of Colorado Springs where, in 2007, she joined them to live until her passing. An avid reader and bird enthusiast, she continued working crosswords in ink until her final day. Wanda is preceded in death by her husband, James, in 2007 and her only sibling, Shirley Harvey. Besides her family in Colorado, Wanda is survived by: an aunt, Francis Huntley; caring in-laws; a host of wonderful cousins, nieces, and nephews; and a special friend, Eloise Hartman. Her generous heart filled her home with love. A graveside service will be conducted at 2:30 PM Monday, March 24, 2014 at Mountain Home National Cemetery. Pastor Lon Tobin will officiate. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Minister, family, and friends are requested to meet at Morris-Baker Funeral Home by 1:45 PM Monday to go in procession to the cemetery for those services.