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Miriam Wright, 73

February 07, 2024

Miriam Wright, a beloved pillar of her community, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2024, at the age of 73. Born to the late Jethro William Woodson Sr. and Rosa Lee (McCoy) in Lewisburg, PA, Miriam’s life journey was marked by resilience, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to helping others.

Miriam discovered her life’s calling as an alcohol and drug counselor after overcoming her own struggles with addiction. For many years, she served as a beacon of hope and support to countless individuals seeking recovery, earning her a reputation for her kindness, and empathy, Always Ending her conversations with “I love you and I like you”, Miriam had a passion for sports. She played basketball in high school, and she loved attending her sons and grandchildren’s sporting events. You could often hear at her leading cheers of support before you ever saw her. She was also a big fan of the Philadelphia Eagles. Additionally, Miriam had a love for music. She sang in a choir with her siblings where she found solace and joy in spreading the message of faith through song.

Miriam’s nurturing spirit extended to her family, where she found her greatest source of joy and fulfillment. She cherished her role as a mother, stepmother, and grandmother, adoring each moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Miriam was preceded in death by 7 brothers, Jethro, Clark, Thomas, Howard, Michael, Jacob, Raymond “Butch”, and two sister, Laura Mae Pitman and Bonnie L. Weatherly Miriam is survived by her brother Leslie Woodson, sister Judy Woodson, sons, Christian and Carter Woodson and her daughter, Catina Woodson, and stepdaughter, Sherelle Wright, along with her 35 beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Miriam’s life will be held at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, located at 414 E. King Street in Lancaster, PA, on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 11 a.m. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so during the viewing prior to the service, beginning at 9:30 a.m.

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Condolences to the Family

February 18, 2024

I would like to send my sincere condolences. Catina ,Carter and the entire family you are definitely in my prayers. So sorry y’all are going through this. ❤️❤️
Lucre Freeman

February 16, 2024

My deepest condolences to you Carter and your family your mother will truly be missed 
Mary Orebeaux

February 16, 2024

Miriam will truly be missed. She was a great friend to me and my brother. Sending prayers to the family ❤️🙏
Dianna Fairfax

February 16, 2024

With deepest sympathy, Janet Foust Sickafuse

February 16, 2024

My friend, my neighbor, my babysitter, my dance instructor, and my  bestest friend in the whole wide world, love you to the moon and back. Always in my heart.
Connie Rantz Germini

February 16, 2024

U were such a great person who showed so many people new ways to live me bein one of them even after i stopped the Iop I was always welcome to come see u. I wish ur family n friends the best n so many prayers.. I no ur streath n story will carry on. Wish I could come pay respects but it’s a little far from me. Just no I will always remember u.. thanks for all the help u gave me
Holly Middleton

February 16, 2024

My deepest condolences to the family. I met Miriam 1999 at Sikora outpatient as my counselor . She was the first woman that impacted my life . She had the ability to distinguish my behaviors and confront with empathy to change.She enlightened me to heal through music therapy. She always kept a smile on her face and the ability to be honest about her circumstances no matter what. 
Sabrina James

February 16, 2024

Our condolences to the entire family. God has picked a rose for his heavenly garden. My wife and I will truly miss her. We will continue to pray your strength in the Lord. We love you and like you too ❤️. 
Reverend Francel & Yolanda Johnson

February 15, 2024

It is with loving foundness that I recall enjoying company with Marian. While I feel a loss, she will live on in the hearts and memories her family and friends. 
AAtiba Nkrumah (aka Butch Randolph)

February 15, 2024

My condolences to Mrs Miriam’s family and friends. My cousin Mrs. Ozella Woodson is her sister in law. Many prayers for all of you. Also that  GOD will comfort each one of you. May HE give each one strength for this homecoming celebration.Amen.☝️📖🙏✝️
Minister Desiree Wright

February 15, 2024

To The Family: Catina, Our Deepest Condolences to You and your family. I never met your Mother, but I often heard kind words about Your Mother from our Daughter Angie who was your friend. May God give each one of you peace and strength to know that your Mother is now resting in peace.
God Bless! Theresa & Victor Mendez

February 15, 2024

To my loving family, To her children and grandchildren, and all that knew her well, sending Condolences to. Leslie and my extended family members. I love you from Appomattox Virginia. Praying for comfort and peace to you all 🙏
irene.broggin@aol.com.Grandaughter of The late Douglas McCoy.
 

February 14, 2024

I worked with Miriam and I was very blessed to have her as a friend. She was upbeat, had confidence and showed me how to like myself and let bad influences pass. She told me Dont let the buzzards get you down. My regards to her children. Especially to Catina who called me Miss Sue. The world is a tad brighter when Miriam was here. It is still bright because she was here. I love you and I like you.
Sue Heiser

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Friday, February 16, 2024
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
414 East King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
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