Dr. Edna E. Travis

Edna Travis: A Tacoma Legacy - Elementary, Park & More

Dr. Edna E. Travis

By  Greta Huels

Ever wonder about the individuals who truly shape a community, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of those around them? Edna Travis was one such person, an extraordinary woman whose unwavering dedication and spirit transformed Tacomas Hilltop neighborhood.

Her story is one of resilience, service, and a profound commitment to her community. For over six decades, Edna Travis poured her heart and soul into Tacoma's Hilltop, becoming a beacon of hope and a champion for its residents. Her legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched, and now, through the institutions that bear her name, ensuring her contributions are never forgotten.

Full Name Edna Travis
Birth Date November 1, 1928
Birth Place Mississippi, USA
Date of Death January 2, 2019 (Some sources indicate September 9, 2017, but January 2, 2019, appears more consistently.)
Age at Death 90 years old
Residence Tacoma, Washington (for over 60 years)
Nationality American
Religion Christianity
Occupation Pastor (One of the first African American female pastors in Tacoma)
Community Involvement Active in school functions, participatory parent, worked on school committees, served her neighbors in the Hilltop neighborhood for over 60 years.
Legacy Renaming of McCarver Elementary School to Edna Travis Elementary, renaming of McCarver Park to Edna Travis Park, remembered for her impact and service to the community.
Family Raised three daughters
Additional Information Relocated to the Pacific Northwest in 1948 as an army bride.
Reference Legacy.com
Dr. Edna E. Travis
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