Obituaries:  Hattie Miller Wright, Sabine Parish       W-623
Source:  Sabine Index, Many, La., Mar 20, 1980
Submitted by: Carl Dilbeck
              carlrad@earthlink.net




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Hattie Miller Wright (Photo)

  Death claimed one of Sabine Parish's pioneer citizens Saturday,
March 15, at 5:15 p.m., following an extended illness. Hattie
Miller Wright of Florien was 80.

  Known in the parish as "Miss Hattie", the Florien native was
loved by all.

  She was born on April 8, 1899 in Florien, to Mr. and Mrs. Henry
Miller.

  A dedicated school teacher, Miss Hattie emphasized education to
students all over the parish for 40 years.

  She joined the Florien First Baptist Church in 1917, and from
then on was a faithful member. She was also an active member of
the Order of Eastern Star for 60 years.

  Anyone who knew Miss Hattie well, knew that she loved to write
and share her thoughts and ideas with others. Her article, which
was a favorite in the INDEX for years, was titled "Florien News".
She enjoyed keeping up with her friends, and she also enjoyed
penning poetry.

  Married to Harmon Wright, Miss Hattie had been a widow for 20
years. The couple was childless.

  Children, former students, and friends in the community made her
life richer by the many visits, and hours spent sharing with the
understanding lady.

  Survivors include a brother, Arvil D. Miller of Florien; and a
host of nieces and nephews.

  Funeral services were held at the Florien First Baptist Church,
Monday, March 17, at 2 p.m. Officiating were the Rev. Delman
Rogers, pastor, and the Rev. Avon Cavanaugh.

  Burial was in the Prospect Cemetery, under the direction of the
Warren Meadows Funeral Home.

  Serving as pallbearers were Ralph Matthews, Clifton Davis, Elwyn
Whittington, Glenn Lilly, Kenneth Miller, and Benny Nicholson.