Frances Eudora Catlett, 88, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, on the Catlett Farm where she was born, May 26, 1936, to the late Turner and Iris Himelright Catlett.
Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers and sister, Turner Catlett Jr., Douglas Catlett, and Anna Catlett.
Eudora is survived by her three children, Dawn Czaplicki Hutchison (Michael) of Buckton, VA, Robert Czaplicki of Mayville, WI, and Grandison Czaplicki (Kris) of Appleton, WI; and her grandchild, Dr. Corinne Savage (Anthony) of Hoover, AL.
Eudora was a graduate of Warren County High School, Class of 1954, Winchester Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, and completed her nursing residency at Children’s Hospital of Washington, D.C. She also received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Alverno College in Milwaukee, WI. In addition to her academic accomplishments, Eudora was commissioned as a 1st Lt. USAF in the Nurse Corps Reserve, attended officer training, and was a graduate of the School of Aerospace Medicine in Texas. Earning her wings as a flight nurse she served in the West Virginia Air National Guard. Her nursing career primarily focused on acute and long-term care with an interest in dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. After retiring, Eudora continued her healthcare career as a volunteer for nine years in the Auxiliary of Fort Walton Beach Medical Center in FL.
A celebration of life will be held at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 W Main St., Front Royal Virginia on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 11 A.M. with Pastor Bobby Stepp officiating. The family invites guests to visit one hour prior to the service.
Following the service, burial will take place at her family’s plot in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Front Royal.
Pallbearers will be Michael Hutchison, Michael Ashley, Anthony Savage, Gary Totten, Kelley Mitchell and Edward Fletcher.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice at 333 W Cork St Unit 405, Winchester, Virginia 22601, or to the Northern Shenandoah Valley Nurse Honor Guard by contacting NSVNHG@gmail.com.
Dawn, I am so sorry for your loss. I know your mom was (is!) proud of you. May you feel His presence and Love during this time. Love, hugs, and prayers for all.
Dawn, I’m so sorry for your loss. Many great memories on Lynn Rd.
Dawn, I’m so sorry for your loss. I only knew your mother for a little while, but I thought the world of her. She was a wonderful person.
I am so glad we got the opportunity to finally meet her and spend time getting to know her as she shared so much family history with us. I had no idea of all of her accomplishments until I read this. I know you all are very proud of her. Given her history I’m sure she made a difference in so many lives. May God bring you comfort and peace and may her memory be a blessing to you.
Dawn and Bob and Dan so sorry for your loss. I have nothing but wonderful memories of your Mom and our trip to the house in Virginia and all of our parties together. Thinking of you all
So sorry for your loss. I just recently started texting with Ms Catlett as my mother was also from the Catlett line. Such a nice lady.
Dear Dawn,Bob and Dan
Joe and I are so sorry for your loss 🙏
We have so many wonderful memories together with all of you and will remember all of you always.
We had Beautiful times together so many years so many parties.
We will remember Your mom in prayers and also will remember all of you.
Your mom was Awesome Person Mother and Dear friend to us all.
We are sorry that we can’t join you for the Funeral .
May the Lord Be with all of you always
Our Deepest Condolences and Prayers
With love
Joe and Krystyna Kopec
Offering our sincere condolences to the family. May she rest in everlasting peace.
Dawn and family – I am so sorry for your loss. As you probably know, Eudora’s parents raised my Dad. When I was about 9, my sister and I spent the night at the farm on the way to Ohio to visit with Daddy, but I don’t remember the names of the people we met or if Eudora was there. She and I connected via Facebook 3 or 4 years ago. She sent me some childhood pictures of Daddy, and we have stayed in touch. When our grandson joined the Air Force, he was stationed at Fort Walton Beach, and your Mom was still living there. She answered many of my Air Force questions. I was so saddened when she told me she was entering hospice care and regret that we never got to meet in person. I’m sure we would have talked for hours. You and your family are in my prayers. Sincerest sympathy,
So sorry for your loss. Miss Eudora was a kind, sweet lady and I thank the Lord for the the times we talked about mutual concerns in our world. Until we meet again. . . .
Dear Dawn Bob Dan
Very sorry to hear about your Mom death
She was a good friend. We love her.
We have great memories with your family.
Sincere condolences and prayers from our family.
Fr Ed today celebrated a Mass for Dori s intention
Love
Antoni and Elizabeth Kopec and family.
Frances Eudora Catlett RN we recognize you and pay homage to your dedication to the profession of Nursing. We extend our deepest sympathies to your family.