Elinor Eileen (Hursh) Wright

Elinor Eileen Wright, 92, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away February 23, 2026. “Ellie” was born March 11, 1933, inSpringfield, the daughter of Paul and Amber (Minshall) Hursh. She was the third of six children in the Hursh family.

Ellie graduated from Springfield High School and held severaldifferent jobs over the years. A lover of all animals, she took inmany furry pets throughout her life, including the occasional woodland creature. In her final years, Ellie was comforted byher three beloved cats Brindle, Little Girl, and Blackie. She was particularly adored by her canine “great grandchildren,” Maia and Archie. She was a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Ellie was a mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friendto many. Her neighbors will dearly miss their “Queen of Troehler Road.” She was endlessly charming and maintained her good humor until the very end. Her family was her greatest joy. Her memory will carry on in the hearts of all who love her.

Ellie is preceded in death by two brothers, Paul Hursh, Jr. and Larry Hursh, Sr.; and two sisters, Eloise Burchnell and Norma Jean Howard.

She is survived by her son, Chris Douglas Wright of Springfield, Ohio; her sister, Joann Vincent of Washington Courthouse, Ohio; two loving grandchildren, Micah and Aidan; many nieces and nephews; and her best friend of 85 years, Betty Hollis.

A memorial service will be held in the coming months. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Animal Welfare League of Clark County or the Clark County SPCA in Ellie’s honor.