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BORN
1984
DIED
2010
Jack Wright Obituary
Service: A Memorial Eucharist of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 3 p.m. Friday at All Saints Episcopal Church, 5001 Crestline Road. Visitation: Family and friends will be received 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the Great Room at Robertson Mueller Harper.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, consideration of contributions to the Sims Foundation, 1213 N. Interstate 35, Austin, Texas 78702, or a charity of one's choice, honoring his memory, is suggested.
Survivors: In addition to his wife, Catherine Anne "Kelly" Cranz-Wright, J.T. is survived by his parents, Jack and Patty Wright; sister, Rachel Wright Shortt and her husband, David, and their daughter, Charlotte Sunderland; father-in-law, John F. "Buz" Cranz and his wife, Rose Anne; mother-in-law, Jane Haltom Cote and her husband, Ernest Edwin; sisters-in-law, Cynthia Jane Cranz McManis and her husband, Mitchell, Laura Foster Cranz and Ernest Edwin Cote Jr. and his wife, Leslie, and their children, Zoe and Foster; "Fur Babies," Lucky, Gretchen and Lizzie; and his music legacy.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jack Wright
Lisa Hall
July 24, 2010
Dear Patty, Jack, and Rachel,
Words cannot begin to express the grief I am feeling for your family right now as you go through this difficult time. JT was a vibrant young man so full of life. I will always remember his smiling face, love of life, and kind heart. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy,
Lisa Hall
(former 3rd grade TVS teacher)
Louise Zimmerman
May 3, 2010
Words cannot express my sadness at the loss of J.T. My thoughts are with you as you struggle with this. Too many taken too soon.
Louise Zimmerman
Retired Lower School Assistant,
TVA
April 22, 2010
I know what it is like to lose a son.JT will be missed by all who knew him. Nothng can compare to the pain you feel. Turn to God for your comfort.Bless the whole family.
Margaret Stevens
retired 4th grade teacher
TVS
Jesse Bouwkamp
April 19, 2010
Mr. & Mrs. Wright, Rachel and Kelly: We have many many fond memories of JT. It was always a blessing to have your family be apart of the Helm family gatherings throughout the years. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. -Jesse, Lacy, Jason and Kim
Samantha (Pearcy) Allensworth
April 16, 2010
Senora Wright, Jack, Rachel and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. JT will be missed by all who knew him.
With deepest sympathy,
Elizabeth and Jeremy Frenzel
April 16, 2010
To Jack, Patty, Rachel and JT's Wife,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so sorry for your extraordinary loss. May God be with you all, and please know that we are all here your for you through these difficult times and always.
Richard and Susan Maxwell
April 16, 2010
Our prayers are with your entire family during these difficult times.
April 16, 2010
Dear Patty and Jack and Rachael,
We have such fond memories of J.T. He was always happy and
a joy to be around. He will be greatly missed. He is now up in Heaven
playing beautiful music for the Angels. We will all miss him, but we
will get to see him again when we go to Heaven.
Love in Christ,
Loma Linda Kiehn (Ben and Amy)
April 15, 2010
Patty, Jack and Family,
I'm thinking of you during this difficult time of transition.
Rita Carb Fagan
Sharon Chester Walters
April 15, 2010
Tenderly may time heal your sorrow
Gently may friends and family ease your pain
Softly may peace replace heartache
And may beautiful memories remain and give you strength at this difficult time.
You are in my prayers.
Kelli Naylor
April 15, 2010
Rachel and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you all at such a difficult time.
Hal & Ann Harbuck
April 15, 2010
There are no words, just prayers for you guys. He was a wonderful young man. J.T. put many smiles on our faces when he and Carter were together. We are so sorry....Ann, Hal, Josh & Emery and Carter Harbuck
Robyn Ferrell-Zumar
April 15, 2010
Kelly,
My thoughts are prayers are with you at this very difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Lisa Falcone
April 15, 2010
I am so sorry for this loss. Sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Paula Davis
April 15, 2010
Kelly, you always know that my heart is with you and my prayers continue for your sweet husband. Paul and I already miss him so much.
April 15, 2010
Jack, Patty, Rachel, and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful son JT. My thought and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Nancy Rice Adams
Lyndi's mom...
Lynn Rosen Jordan
April 15, 2010
Rachel and Senora Wright, I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember J.T. and his sweet spirit. You and your whole family will be in my prayers.
Meredith Rutledge
April 14, 2010
Senora Wright, I hope your son, you, and your family find peace in this time. My thoughts are with you. Memory Eternal Jack.
April 14, 2010
Kelly, I want you to know how sorry I am about the loss of your husband J.T. We were just talking about him a few days ago and I saw the happiness on your face. What a talented musician he was and I am fortunate to have his music. My heart goes out to you. Dee Snider
Brian Gibson
April 14, 2010
Senora Wright and family,
I am so saddened by this news and sorry for your loss. Your entire family will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
Shelley Ditto
April 14, 2010
You will be missed JT. My thoughts are with your family and friends.
Lisa Smith
April 14, 2010
I am so sad to hear this news. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.
AHHS Class of 1959
April 14, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mike Isaac
April 14, 2010
Rest in peace, my friend. I'll remember the music.
Clair Robertson
April 14, 2010
I am shocked by this terrible news. I remember babysitting JT and Rachel while at Trinity Valley, those many years ago. Patti, Rachel, and Jack, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Much love, Clair
James Scott
April 14, 2010
You are a good man, J.T.
You always were. Even when you were
little, your heart was not. You emanated more depth than most other good and thoughtful people who have lived a whole lot longer.
Gary Anderson
April 14, 2010
We are shocked at the news. We have very fond memories of our children growing up together attending Trinity Valley and coaching J T and all his friends in little league baseball. Our thoughts and prays go out to Jack, Patti and Rachel in this difficult and sad time of your life. May God comfort you in the coming days. We will all miss JT, however, Barb, Bobby and I will always have wonderful memories of being around such a fine young man as JT Wright. Take care JT and we will all see you in heaven someday.
Alice Antilley
April 14, 2010
I am stunned by this news. My heart goes out to Kelly, his precious adoring wife, and all of JT's family and friends. May God give you comfort during this sad, difficult time. Kelly, if there's anything I can do for you, please let me know. Alice
Deanna Ekrut
April 14, 2010
I'm not saying goodbye, I will see you later my friend. Love, Deanna
Isha Ford-Parkey
April 14, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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