Doris Elizabeth Wright Goodlett

Doris Wright Goodlett of Greenville. This lovely, cherished lady was born in 1920, the daughter of the late Harold and Bessie Wright. Independent to the end, she passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, July 8th. Doris grew up in Greenville, attended Greenville High School, and graduated magna cum laude from Furman University in 1941.

Doris was active in theater at Furman, and then performed in a variety of productions at the Greenville Little Theater. She was a lifelong member of Greenville First Baptist Church, where she served as a Deacon. She also served as a volunteer at St. Francis Hospital for many years, and was a member of the YWCA Board of Directors. Professionally, Doris was head of the Reading Department at Greenville Technical College until her retirement.

Doris is survived by her four children: Gail Goodlett McDaniel (Allen) of Cartersville, GA; William Ward Goodlett, Jr. (Catherine) and Stella Goodlett Bobotis (Harry), both of Greenville, SC; and Harold Gregory Goodlett of Charlotte, NC. She will be greatly missed by seven grandchildren: Kevin McDaniel, Kelly McDaniel, Teresa Goodlett Strait (Will), William Ward Goodlett, III, George Harry (G.H.) Bobotis, Alexander Blair Bobotis, and Paige Wright Goodlett; three great-grandchildren: Lauren McDaniel, Sidney and Jude Strait.

Doris was an avid bridge player, an all-around sports fan, and a theatre enthusiast. She was bright, witty, and the life of the party. A retired teacher, she never lost her passion for knowledge. Doris’ most amazing attributes were found in her faith, her devotion to her family, and her lovely and caring spirit. This spirit was experienced equally by all who met her, and she will forever inspire those who knew and loved her.

A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on Thursday, July 14th at 11:30 am in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church, Greenville, SC, where the family will receive friends from 10:15 – 11:15 am.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Greenville Little Theatre, 444 College Street, Greenville, SC 29601.

The family is at the home of Harry and Stella Bobotis.