Mary Davis Wetzel
May 18, 1951 - Jul 21st, 2021- Birth Date: May 18, 1951
- Death Date: Jul 21, 2021
- Funeral Date: Unknown
- Location: Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church
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Biography: Mary Davis Wetzel, the one and only for me, her husband, Frederick S. “Tripp” Wetzel III, died at home on July 21st, 2021 surrounded by her family.
Mary was born May 18th, 1951 in Little Rock, AR at St. Vincent’s Infirmary, nine days before I was born in the same hospital. We spent 55 wonderful years together, 48 of those years we were married.
Mary attended Hall High School where she made her lifelong friend, Barbara Davis Henry. After High School, she attended Arkansas State University, where she met another lifelong friend, Cydney E. Smith. Mary taught elementary school for 30 years after graduating from Arkansas State University. Mary interrupted her teaching career to have her children, Lucie Elizabeth Minor, Luke Stearns Wetzel, and Floy Claire Laney.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents John L. Davis and Lucie M. Davis of Little Rock. Mary is survived by her husband Frederick S. “Tripp” Wetzel, III; Lucie and Chris Minor of Little Rock and their sons Max and McCoy; Luke and Katherine Wetzel of Bentonville; and Claire and Austin Laney and their daughter Charlotte of Lake Tapps, WA; cousins Billy Koon, Stephen Koon, Becky Henley, and Pat Davis.
During her life, Mary developed many long lasting friendships. Her family wishes to thank those special friends Barbara Davis, Cydney E. Smith, Dorothy and Paul Young, Vickie and Greg Hart, Randy and Gay Wyatt. Her family also is thankful for the wonderful and caring treatment from the doctors and nurses at CARTI, and Kindred Hospice Care.
Condolences(30)
Anne & Tom Head
#30
Aug 10th, 2021 11:48 am
Tripp, we are saddened to learn of the loss of your dear Mary. We have good memories of y’all at the garden & at Luke’s soccer games when our boys were kids. Prayers for comfort & peace for all the Wetzels.
Julie & Bill Wiedower
#29
Jul 29th, 2021 4:12 pm
Tripp, Lucie, Luke and Claire,
The Wiedower family is so sad to learn of Mary’s passing. She was a lovely person and has left this world much too soon. Mary and I have known each other since the late 1950s - Jefferson, Forest Heights, Hall and PHUMC - and although our paths didn’t cross often, when they did I so enjoyed catching up with her and your family. I hope you will find comfort in your happy memories and knowing that she is no longer in pain.
Julie Wiedower
The Wiedower family is so sad to learn of Mary’s passing. She was a lovely person and has left this world much too soon. Mary and I have known each other since the late 1950s - Jefferson, Forest Heights, Hall and PHUMC - and although our paths didn’t cross often, when they did I so enjoyed catching up with her and your family. I hope you will find comfort in your happy memories and knowing that she is no longer in pain.
Julie Wiedower
Scott Morgan
#28
Jul 28th, 2021 11:20 am
Tripp
Although been many years since our paths crossed at the old Gill firm I am very sorry to see this.
Scott
Although been many years since our paths crossed at the old Gill firm I am very sorry to see this.
Scott
Bill Koon
#27
Jul 28th, 2021 9:24 am
Mary was my favorite 1st cuz. I remember laughing joking and teasing her. She will be missed, very much!
Bill Koon
#26
Jul 28th, 2021 9:24 am
Mary was my favorite 1st cuz. I remember laughing joking and teasing her. She will be missed, very much!
Kris Baber
#25
Jul 27th, 2021 10:36 pm
I remember Mary from Forest Heights but got to know her better at PHUMC. We taught confirmation together (on purpose) when Claire and Greg were in the 6th grade.
She was great and I’m so sad that she has died. My deepest sympathy to her family. And Tripp, your obituary is wonderful.
She was great and I’m so sad that she has died. My deepest sympathy to her family. And Tripp, your obituary is wonderful.
Katherine Downie
#24
Jul 27th, 2021 12:48 pm
Mary was a darling person. She was funny and authentic and a great conversationalist. I always loved to run into her. I felt a great connection with her as so many others did. I am sending you all my love and sympathy.
Vicki Bogan
#23
Jul 26th, 2021 4:56 pm
My sincere condolences to Mary's family. I worked with her at Western Hills Elementary.
Debbie Craig
#22
Jul 26th, 2021 2:59 pm
Dear Tripp and family,
Mary and I had a long-time friendship both at Meadowcliff Elemenrary teaching together and after our retirement as Gym Girls at Planet Fitness. My condolences to all of you at the loss of your beautiful and caring wife and mother.
Mary and I had a long-time friendship both at Meadowcliff Elemenrary teaching together and after our retirement as Gym Girls at Planet Fitness. My condolences to all of you at the loss of your beautiful and caring wife and mother.
Kelly and Wade Jones
#21
Jul 26th, 2021 7:14 am
Dear Luke,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mother. May your sweet memories of her help ease your grief. God Bless you all.
Kelly and Wade Jones
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mother. May your sweet memories of her help ease your grief. God Bless you all.
Kelly and Wade Jones
Kimberly Knox Stange
#20
Jul 25th, 2021 12:05 pm
Luke,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mom. I remember her being so warm and caring. I know she will be sorely missed. Condolences to your entire family.
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mom. I remember her being so warm and caring. I know she will be sorely missed. Condolences to your entire family.
Michelle Ibsen
#19
Jul 25th, 2021 10:10 am
Dear Tripp, Lucy, Luke and Clair
Grady and I were so sorry to hear from our daughter Sara that Mary had died. She was such a big part of Sara's life growing up. We appreciate everything that all of you , especially Mary, did for her. She will always be remembered . Our love to all.
Michelle Ibsen and Grady Trimble
Grady and I were so sorry to hear from our daughter Sara that Mary had died. She was such a big part of Sara's life growing up. We appreciate everything that all of you , especially Mary, did for her. She will always be remembered . Our love to all.
Michelle Ibsen and Grady Trimble
Jessie Lively Webb
#18
Jul 25th, 2021 8:23 am
I was Meadowcliff School
secretary when Mary taught
there! She hosted at least two
of our Staff Christmas parties!
My sympathy to you at this sad
time! God gives us the Blessing
to retain memories!
secretary when Mary taught
there! She hosted at least two
of our Staff Christmas parties!
My sympathy to you at this sad
time! God gives us the Blessing
to retain memories!
Judy Driver
#17
Jul 25th, 2021 6:51 am
I’m so sorry about Mary’s passing. I met her at Curves a few years ago and then Planet Fitness. I loved visiting with her while we exercised. I always looked forward to seeing her. She was so funny and fun to be around. She will be missed.
Lou Ellen Stevens
#16
Jul 24th, 2021 3:55 pm
My sympathy and love is given to Tripp and family during these difficult days.
Tracye Thomason
#15
Jul 24th, 2021 6:52 am
I’m so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. I loved Mary from the start of our friendship at Meadowcliff Elementary— she was so down to earth and so fun. Over the past 25 + years, I’d run into Mary and take up where we left off last…she was that kind of special friend. Praying for all of Mary’s family during this difficult time.
Don Campbell
#14
Jul 23rd, 2021 2:32 pm
Tripp, I am so sorry to read this about your wife. Prayers to you and your family.
Peggy Peek
#13
Jul 22nd, 2021 8:41 pm
I met Mary during our times volunteering with Junior League. We later worked together at Meadowcliff Elementary School. Her son and my son were friends. Our grandsons are friends. I wish her family peace and happiness and love. I know she will be missed.
Peggy Marshall
#12
Jul 22nd, 2021 5:37 pm
Mary played such a major role in Taylor’s early life. He felt as at home at your house as he did at his own home. Mary was a warm, loving person, and even though I wasn’t around her much in her later years, I always felt an instant connection if I ran into her at the grocery store or shopping. I am profoundly sad. I can but imagine the enormous hole she has left in all of your hearts. I am praying for your comfort.
Amber Manney
#11
Jul 22nd, 2021 5:10 pm
Our family grieves your loss. Mary was a very special kind person. She will be greatly missed.
Stephen Koon
#10
Jul 22nd, 2021 4:37 pm
Trip and family
My heart is broken to hear about Mary. Growing up she was a big part of my life. Rest in Peace Cuz.
My heart is broken to hear about Mary. Growing up she was a big part of my life. Rest in Peace Cuz.
Jo grounds
#9
Jul 22nd, 2021 4:10 pm
Dear Tripp. My heart is breaking for you and your kids. I just can’t believe Mary is gone. She was my person at western hills and I loved that we were pregnant with lucie and lindsey together. Mary was so special and sweet. I pray that your love and memories will give you peace. Love jo and mike
Kathy and Woody
#8
Jul 22nd, 2021 2:15 pm
We will miss Mary. She was a lot of fun to be around.
Wooten Epes
#7
Jul 22nd, 2021 12:09 pm
Tripp, so sorry to hear of Mary’s death. I know you will miss her.
Kathy Storey Mainard
#6
Jul 22nd, 2021 11:26 am
Mary and I grew up together on Waverly and I enjoyed seeing her at Jefferson picking up grandkids a few yrs ago. I am saddened to hear of her passing and wish the family healing and peace at this time of celebration of Mary's life !
Tripp, my thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Tripp, my thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Vicki Barney
#5
Jul 22nd, 2021 11:20 am
My sincere condolences in the loss of your beautiful wife, mother, and grandmother. I had the honor of working with Mary for a number of years at Meadowcliff Elementary and enjoyed hearing stories of the family she adored. Since our retirement I’ve kept up with her through stories of her Mary/Michelle/Melinda or ‘3M’s’ lunches and how much fun she was. She will be missed by many who enjoyed her personality and quiet sense of humor.
Paula Doan
#4
Jul 22nd, 2021 7:44 am
Mary was a great person and teacher!!
Deborah Jackson
#3
Jul 22nd, 2021 7:22 am
Tripp, Lucie, Luke and Floy,
I was saddened to hear of Mary’s passing away yesterday. I know she will he missed . May God be with you and may his loving arms surround you.
I was saddened to hear of Mary’s passing away yesterday. I know she will he missed . May God be with you and may his loving arms surround you.
Jim Bailey
#2
Jul 22nd, 2021 7:04 am
Tripp,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. I always remember your beautiful bride at fraternity events.
Thoughts and Prayers,
Jim
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. I always remember your beautiful bride at fraternity events.
Thoughts and Prayers,
Jim
Jim and Marsha Allbritton
#1
Jul 21st, 2021 6:35 pm
We are so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Even though we don't see our "old" Wesley Sunday School Class friends very often, we value those friendships. We have many wonderful memories of the Wesley Class and raising our children together at PHUMC. Tripp, you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.