Dora Hewlett

Dora Glenys Hewlett, age 99, passed away at her Columbus residence. At age 18 she learned to weld and loaded ammunition during the war, she was proud of her contribution as a “Rosie the Riveter”. She went on to work at Capital Manufacturing in West Jefferson and retired after 23 years of employment. Even at the age of 99, she enjoyed going to bingo to see her friends and was always willing to share an autographed picture from her coloring books. Preceded in death by parents Hudson and Minnie Varney; husband, Harmon Hewlett and youngest son, James Hewlett. Survived by sons: Charles Hewlett, Hudson Hewlett and Jack Hewlett; daughter, Monique (Richard) Lackey; daughter-in-law, Vicki Hewlett; 11 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren; special friend, Rick “Yahoo”. In lieu of flowers contributions in Dora’s memory can be made to Care360 Hospice at https://www.care360hospice.com/donations

Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St. Thursday, July 10, 2025 from 6-8 pm where service will be held Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10 am. Pastor Ken Keene officiating, interment Sunset Cemetery 

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