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Ronald Wright Obituary



"TOGETHER AGAIN"

Ronald Wright Sr.

"Twin"

Ronald Wright Sr.,"Twin," was born March 12, 1934 to the union of the late Andrew and Marian (Collier) Wright in Akron, Ohio. He remained a dedicated worker at the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company until retiring in 1997 with 44 years of service. He was an active member of the Jerusulem Mission ary Baptist Church, where he served in the male chorus. He was a member and past honorary po tentate of Al Kaf Shrine Temple 109, Mount Calvary Lodge 76, Be zeleel Consistory 15, Al Kaf Precision Drill Team, Local 2 Credit Union, Nobles & Daughter Bowling Team, American Legion Post 272, and Rhine River Post 3618.

On Friday, Oct. 18, 2002, he departed this life after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Marian Wright; twin brother, Roland Wright; sister, Shirlee Smith. He leaves to cherish his memory, a devoted son, Ronald C. Wright Jr.; his loving daughter-in-law, Carolyn; grandson, Ronald C. Wright III; granddaughter, Jada Brittany Wright; mother of his son, Barbara Wright; stepdaughter, Cynthia Kelly both of Jacksonville, Fla.; special sister-in-law, Dorothy Wright; nephews, Preston (Deborah) Wright of Cleveland, Ohio, and Kamal Wright; nieces, Kamara Wright; aunt, Betty (Bill) Collier; special friend, Tom Jones; dear friend and former wife, Wilma Wright; along with a garden of other wonderful relatives and friends.

Homegoing services will held Thursday, Oct. 24, 2002 at 1 p.m. at Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, 1255 Wooster Avenue., Pastor Marc Neal Officiting. Interment at Mount Peace Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Blue House masconic service will commence promptly at 12:30 p.m. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 531 Wyandot Ave., Akron, Ohio, 44305. The family would like to extend special thanks to Hospice Care Center, Covenient Store and staff, on Massillon Road, and Anita Brown. (Stewart & Calhoun, 330- 535-1543.)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Oct. 19 to Oct. 21, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
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PATRICIA WEST

October 24, 2002

Our deepest, heartfelt condolences in your family's time of need.



Robbie M. Cole & Family

Harold Eaves

October 24, 2002

My most heartfelt sympathy goes out to "Twins" family. Without question he epitomized the word gentleman. His presence will be missed by all who had the privilege of meeting and knowing him.

Sandra Sykes

October 23, 2002

Dorothy Wright & The Wright Family

My deepest sympathy on your loss.

You are in my heart and prayers.

God bless and keep you



Sandy Sykes

The Lucius & Elsie-Jones Street Family

RENO WIMBERLY

October 23, 2002

MAY GOD BE WITH YOU RONNIE,AND YOUR FAMILY,AT ALL TIMES.I WILL MISS YOUR DAD,HE WAS A GREAT PERSON,AND GREAT PEOPLE GO TO HEAVEN..AMEN

Dolores Bell

October 23, 2002

Our Sincere condolences go out to

the entire WRIGHT family for their loss. GOD'S wisdom is flawless.

Sincerely,

Jesse & Dolores Bell & Family

Selena Wright-Johnson

October 22, 2002

My deepest sympathy to the family.

"Even through the valley of the shadow of death, the Lord will lead you to a new place of comfort and peace." by T.D. Jakes.

My prayers are with you all.

Geraldine Edwards

October 22, 2002

I am so very sorry for your loss.

Deborah Motley

October 22, 2002

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire Wright Family.Espeacially my dear friends Wilma Wright and Dorothy (Otis) Wright.May God Bless the Family.Love, Deborah Motley& Family

Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home

October 22, 2002

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Willie&Maraline McDaniel

October 21, 2002

We the McDaniel family send our Blessing to the family of Ronald Wright Sr "twin" you both will be miss.Our prayers goes out to the family members.

Sharlette & Lawrence Jr. Moss & Wynn

October 21, 2002

Aunt Dorothy and Family

You all are in our prayer.God has called him home so no more pain. He is in a better place. Sharlette & Lawrence Wynn, Jr.

Devlyn Jones

October 21, 2002

Rest In Peace Love Devlyn & George

Arthur L Hardy

October 21, 2002

My Sincere Condolence to the Family.

MINISTER GLORIA R. SLAUGHTER

October 21, 2002

You are in my prayers during this time of bereavement.

Roderick Pounds

October 21, 2002

I was Roland's Pastor. God bless the entire family

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