"Lit a candle in memory of Wrighta J. McComb"
In loving memory of
Wrighta J. McComb
December 22, 1921 - August 18, 2015
Wrighta McComb
Fairview Wrighta J. McComb, 93, of Fairview died at 2:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 18, 2015, at Graham Hospital in Canton.
She was born December 22, 1921, in Joshua Township, to John Mills and Loretta Blanche (Wright) Lock. She married Forrest E. McComb on May 9, 1947, at Providence Chapel Church. He preceded her in death on July 13, 2001.
She is survived by two sons, Caroll (Canise) McComb of Fairview and Laddie K. (Patti) McComb of Glasford; one brother, Donald M. (Doris) Lock of Farmington; three grandchildren, Crista (Randy) Hartstirn, Keri (Clay) Webb, and Matthew McComb; and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Robert E. and Glen M. Lock.
Wrighta attended schools in Fulton County and graduated from Fairview Community High School in May of 1939. She attended Peoria Institute of Business in Peoria for 2 years, and then worked in bookkeeping departments at Northern Steel & Stoker Co. and later at LeTourneau in Peoria.
She became a member of Providence Chapel Church on October 28, 1934, where she was active as a Sunday School Teacher, pianist/organist, and treasurer. She was an active member of the United Methodist Women since July of 1947, enjoyed giving piano lessons, and has been an active free babysitter for many little folks. She was also an avid quilt maker and quilter.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where visitation will be held one hour prior to services. Burial will be at Providence Chapel Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Providence Chapel Memorial Fund.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
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"So sorry we were out of state for Wrighta's service. Terry has many fond memories of get-togethers with the extended "Lock" family. Our condolences to you all. We are both now so grateful she was able to join us in Avon for Uncle Dean's birthday celebration. -- Cherie and Terry Lock"
"My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Wrighta will be missed. Edie (Doris' sister)"
"Wrighta was such a blessing to know. She played the organ to honor GOD at the church she loved. I will never forget her and her love for life, family and friends. So much love.. I will miss my friend. Praying for her family and friends during this time and in the days to come."