CELIA ANNE WICKERSHAM

Celia Anne Wickersham, 71, of Memphis, Texas, sadly passed away on March 17, 2024, after a lengthy illness. Born in Commerce, Texas, she was the daughter of James C. Wickersham and Christine (Oglesby) Wickersham. She graduated from Wichita Falls High School in 1971 and went on to earn her music education degree from East Texas State University. Celia had a long and rewarding career as a music teacher for the Memphis Independent School District, retiring after 40 years of service. She continued her love for the arts by teaching piano and flute. She was also a member of the Memphis Little Theater for many years. Celia’s legacy will live on in the children she so loved. “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” – Dr. Suess. 

Celia is survived by her partner of 34 years, David Whitten; sister Patricia Lebow and husband Jackie, of Wichita Falls, Texas; nephews Daniel Lebow, Christopher Lebow, Preston Wickersham and Carson Wickersham; great-nieces Emily Lebow, Annabelle Lebow, Lorraine Lebow and Claudia Lebow; sister-inlaw Linda Wickersham; very special aunt and uncle Hoyle and Ann Julian, as well as many more loving aunts, uncles and cousins; and forever friend Keli Murdock.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to Amarillo Gracie’s Project or to the charity of choice.