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Jerry Wright Obituary
Jerry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and uncle.
"It broke our hearts daddy the day you passed away. I was so blessed to have you as my dad. I will forever cherish you in my heart. I know you and Tim will be watching over us now. Thank you for all the wonderful years together. You will be missed". Your loving daughter, Tara.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Hester Wright, and a son, Timothy Scott Wright, born June 13, 1964, and passed away on May 2, 1985.
He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife of 45 years, Holly Wright; daughter, Tara Joerres and husband, Charles, all of Smithfield; brother, John Wright of Muskegan, Mich.; grandchildren, Amber and Jade Joerres; nieces, Kelly Stewart and Jolynn Deephouse; and nephew, Scott Stewart.
No services are planned at this time.
Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Patrick Colburn
October 27, 2008
Once upon a time a man gave a 16 yr old boy a chance..... Jerry not only saw to it that Patrick Colburn Jr got that chance, but also his sisters Daphne and Jessica. While at Food Specialties all three of them had high praise for Jerry. The early age helped instill a work ethic that continues to this day. Pat Jr is now 33, and Daphne 31, and Jessica just made 30. I lost touch when he moved away from Niles, But thought about him on numerous occasions thereafter. Holly and Tara, please take some comfort in knowing that he did effect other lives in a positive way. My sincere condolences. We will continue to cherish a fond memory........ Pat Colburn
tara joerres
October 24, 2008
Thankyou all for your prayers, I never knew it would hurt this much!!! my parent's mean the world to me, Love Tara Chuck Amber Jade OOOOOO!! angie, valarie contact me 356-0471
Valarie Forrester
October 6, 2008
Tara,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Even though I haven't seen you in years i still think of you all the time. Please contact me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Barbara Moran
October 6, 2008
Lynn and I were very sad to learn of the passing of your Father, Tara. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your hour of need. Lynn & Barbara Moran
Angie Griffin
October 4, 2008
Tara and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father, husband and grandfather. What a wonderful man! You, your mom and dad always had such a great, great relationship. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Angie, Peggy and Garshon
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