MITCHELL — Wilma Pearl Connell, 86, passed away at 10:50 a.m. Friday, June 21, 2013, at Mitchell Manor Living and Rehabilitation Center.
Born May 25, 1927, in Mitchell, she was the daughter of Warren J. and Pearl (Helm) Wright. She was formerly married to Robert C. Connell and he preceded her in death.
She was cafeteria manager at Burris School for 32 years. Wilma was a member of Jacob Finger United Methodist Church and served as organist for 50 years; she was also a member of United Methodist Women.
Surviving: children, Robert L. (Phyllis) Connell, Mitchell
Marilyn (Mike) Gifford, Bedford
JoAnne Connell Roberts, Mitchell
Susie E. Wilson, Mitchell
Steve C. (Nancy) Connell, Canton, Michigan
grandchildren, Kathi Root, Tammy Roberts Scarfone,
HollieWilson, Marci Staley, and Jason Connell
great grandchildren, Kyle Root, Cody Root, Michael Staley, Marcus Staley, Andino Scarfone, Grason Connell, Gannon McDonald, Gage McDonald
Her parents; and siblings, Dorothy King, Hollace Wright, Joseph Wright, and Charles Wright, preceded her in death.
Graveside service will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 24, at Mitchell Cemetery with Rev. Dwight Dunbar officiating.
There will be no visitation.
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