NEWPORT NEWS — Mary Lou Wyatt, 91, passed away Thursday, Sep. 24, 2020. She was the daughter of the late James and Lena May Chambers of Kenansville, North Carolina.
Mary Lou was born Dec. 7, 1928, in Duplin County, North Carolina. She was a resident of the Peninsula for over 65 years and had been employed by Leggett Dept. Store, JCPenney and Newport News Shipbuilding. Mary Lou was a member of Stevens Memorial Baptist Church, Newport News. Her family was her life. She lived it without compromising her faith, integrity, work ethic and unwavering concern for her family.
Mary Lou was preceded in death by her loving husband, Wilton W. Wyatt; daughter, Rita Evans of Senaca Falls, New York; and grandson, Kevin M. Eadie of Williamsburg.
She is survived by her children, Brenda D. Eadie of Southport, North Carolina, Emily Y. Hancock and Jewel M. Reid, both of Williamsburg, Helen M. Roybark of Christiansburg, Danny Wyatt of Greer, South Carolina, and Barry Wyatt of Charlotte, North Carolina; grandchildren, Chad Belcher, Sarah Donahoe, Artie Evans, Tim Evans, Jason Hancock and Tom Johnson; great-grandchildren; and sister, Betty Hinson of Dudley, North Carolina.
She will be forever missed by her family. They are comforted with their memories and knowing she is with her heavenly Father along with departed loved ones.
Her family is sincerely grateful for the compassionate medical care and support from Dr. Flavia Kostov and the caring staff at Williamsburg Landing Rehabilitation.
Out of respect & concern for the health of others during COVID-19, there will be a private service at Peninsula Memorial Park Friday, Oct. 2, officiated by Dr. Jay Russ, Pastor.
For expressions of sympathy in Mary Lou’s memory, her family requests random acts of kindness to those in need. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Kevin Eadie Foundation at any Old Point National Bank location.
Share online condolences with the family at Peninsula Funeral Home.
