Wilma was a creative force of nature. She would ask her friends to participate in skits, involving us in wierd costumes and dialogues, and parade us around the Sr. Center and other venues.
She wrote plays and skits. Her “backyard gossipers” series was only two plays – one-acts – performed at Peninsula Players One Act Festival in 2007 and 2008 – but they were a hoot. Again, her friends became her absurd buddies and performed in these plays. It was very difficult to say “No” to Wilma!
She involved her husband, Gary, in her skits as well. I remember one in particular where she and Gary were early patriots – Abe Lincoln and Mary – if I remember correctly. She wrote the dialogue, did the costuming, set up the set, and pulled it all off very well. This one was performed at the Sr. Center to the amusement of dozens of people.
Wilma and Jeanine Miller were fast friends, going to the Art Walks in Ilwaco on a regular basis. I accompanied them once – and only once – because they would stay in each store FOREVER – I was done in 3 minutes! Wilma was also very fond of garage sales and second-hand stores and was a regular customer at many around the area. She could take a bit of something and turn it into a wonderful hat or shawl or scarf. Her colorful outfits were such a part of her being.
Wilma was a rare woman and artist and will be missed by so many of her friends, me included.
Diane Curry
