Wanda Jean Hannah Srygley

Wanda Jean Hannah Srygley came into the world on Dec. 30, 1926, and departed to join the Lord on Sept. 23, 2016. She devoted her long and full life to God, her family, and her many treasured friends. Wanda's enthusiasm for life was fueled by her fierce intelligence, sharp wit, and incredible generosity. She had an enduring love for her husband of 44 years, William "Bill" Srygley, that extended beyond his passing in 1989, and we know she is now reunited with him in heaven. Wanda was an avid reader, supporter of the arts, passionate racehorse owner and sports fan, especially committed to all of "her kids" and coaches at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith. She knew how to tell a great story, hosted wonderfully large dinner parties and family gatherings, baked the best pies, and had an amazing sense of style. A member of Goddard United Methodist Church since the age of six, much of her life was dedicated to acts of service, faithful church and Sunday school attendance, and reading the Bible. She enjoyed time with each member of her large family, loved her four children; one daughter, Jeannie and husband Ed Sutton of Holiday Island, Ark. three sons, Bill and wife Sherry Srygley of Russellville, Bob and wife Jenny Srygley of Fayetteville, and Rick and wife Tracy Srygley of Fort Smith; 20 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, abundantly, and was so proud of each one. Wanda was the vivacious matriarch of our family, and we will forever feel her earthly absence. She was the strongest person many of us will ever have the privilege of knowing. If you were lucky enough to be her friend, you already know that her word was her bond, and she was always there to help in every possible way. Wanda adored music, and planned her own funeral ceremony which will include her most cherished hymns. "It will be all music," she often said of her service. Following a private burial, this memorial service will be held on Thursday, Sept. 29th at 1 p.m. at Goddard United Methodist Church under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home. The body may be viewed beginning Monday until 10 a.m. Thursday. Wanda Srygley's legacy will live on in all of the countless individuals and organizations she supported with her unwavering generosity and kindness. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Goddard United Methodist Church food pantry, 1922 Dodson Avenue, Fort Smith, Ark., 72901 and University of Arkansas Fort Smith (UAFS) Srygley Scholarship fund, 5210 Grand Avenue, Fort Smith, Ark., 72913. To sign an online guestbook visit www.edwardsfuneralhome.com.