Josephine Wright

Josephine B. Wright, 100, of Wausau , died Wednesday August 6, 2008 at the Mount View Care Center .

Josephine was born February 18, 1908 in Tomah, to the late Frank and Francis (Mosey) LaBon. She married Arlin Wright on May 29, 1931 in Wausau . Arlin preceded her in death on November 15, 1959 . Josephine enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading, and playing cards, especially solitaire. She was a longtime member of the 1 ^st Presbyterian Church. During her marriage, Josephine and Arlin raised fox in Arpin, Wi., operated the Terrace Gardens for several years in Rib Mountain, and spent their winters in Mesa, Ariz. Josephine worked in the hospital laundry in Fond Du Lac and returned to Wausau after retiring.

Survivors include nieces and nephews. Josephine was preceded in death by 4 sisters; Anastasia Jaeschke, Anne Quinn, Clara Kohnhorst, and Gertrude Streich.

Funeral services will be 7 p.m. , Saturday August 9, 2008 at the Helke Funeral Home, Wausau . Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery . Visitation will be Saturday from 5 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. You may sign our family guest book at helke.com.