MARY MUMFORD
Published 12:00 am Wednesday, May 13, 2009
LANCASTER — Mary “Lucille” Wade Mumford, 82, of Lancaster, passed away Dec. 3, 2008, at the Pickering House in Lancaster.
Lucille was born May 7, 1926 in Gallia County. Her parents were John Henry and Ada Emily (Fleure – “Fellure”) Wade. Her parents moved the family to a farm in Fairfield County in the 1920’s and Lucille lived the remainder of her life in that area. Lucille was a member of the Lutheran Church of Our Savior.
Lucille is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Bernard Mumford; three children, Vicky (Bob) Suhr, Vernon George, and Laura Plemens; three grandchildren, Christy Besse, Shane Suhr, and Justin Plemens; three grandchildren, Amethyst Barazotti, Mya Smith, and Jalynn Plemens; one great-great grandchild, Ella Rose Graves; two sisters, Mamie (Bob) Harvey and Ruth Quillen and several nieces and nephews.
Lucille was preceded in death by her parents and five brothers and three sisters.
Lucille worked at public jobs and was a caregiver for the elderly. Also, she cared for her grandchildren and great grandchildren in her home. She loved to cook, took great pride in her home and enjoyed having a beautiful garden each summer. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends. Lucille was a thoughtful and loving person; the strength and heart of her family. She will be forever missed by her family and friends. The ray of sunshine that she gave this world will forever shine on the beauty that we see and remind us that she is always watching over us.
Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Sunday at the Crown City Cemetery where Lucille will be at rest with her parents and brother. The services will be officiated by the Rev. Darrell Fowler.
Arrangements are under the direction of Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home, Lancaster.