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Suzette Wright Obituary
She received her early education in the Dinwiddie Public School System and was a graduate of the Dinwiddie High School, class of 1983. After high school, she became employed with the federal government. Suzette was a acquisition specialist at DLA Aviation, Richmond. She served 29 years of federal service, where she has held several other key positions in administrative services. She was currently serving as a contracting officer in the Fixed Wing Division of DLA Aviation FAZ. She was also a graduate from the DLA Corporate Internship Program and also Averett University.
Suzette will be forever remembered by: her loving and caring husband, Jay Wright; two loving children, Anderita M. Kelly, and Christopher Wright "The Boy"; her caring and loving sister, Eller Thorpe, a brother in law, Luther Wright; her loving pet, Bentley; aunt, Rosa Richardson; she also leaves to cherish her memories, her best friend, Debbie Montgomery; several nieces; nephews; great-nieces; great-nephews; and coworkers; and friends.
A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 29, 2013, at the Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, the Rev. Wesley McLaughlin, pastor, and the Rev. Dr. Earl Thompson Sr., officiating. The public viewing will be at the funeral home on Friday, June 28, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, 804-863-4411.
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Memories and Condolences
for Suzette Wright
Barbara and jim Stansbury
June 17, 2020
It is hard to digest the fact that seven years ago I was writing in this guest book and attending Suzettes service. She was one of a kind. If she was gracious enough to call you friend you were invited into her circle of amazing friends. She did not choose anyone as a friend she did not feel was worthy because as her friend she devoted herself to you. She looked you in the eye and you knew she cared. My favorite time was Halloween when she ripped open your bag and proceeded to remove only the candy she liked and made sure she got it all. She made me laugh.I miss her terribly and think of and pray for her family. God bless you all.
Narcissa Best
June 18, 2019
I can still see Suzettes smiling beautiful face. Every time I saw her at work, she was always happy and never complained. God has another Angel in Heaven to watch over her family and friends. Suz, you will always be remembered in our hearts. Love you.
Matt Torruella
June 17, 2019
Just the other day your memory came into my head and I couldnt help but smile. Your smile, your care, your demeanor is unmatched. Your are indeed missed a lot by all of your DLA family. Continue to Rest In Peace until we shall meet again.
Matt, J6
June 30, 2013
To both the Wright and Kelly families -
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I had the pleasure of meeting Suzette at DSCR some years ago. I send my deepest sympathy and pray that God will wrap you in His loving care during this difficult time and all the days to follow. God Bless each and every one of you. With Love,
Katasha Gilliam White
CYNTHIA , NATASHA MYRICK
June 29, 2013
TO THE WRIGHT FAMILY,I'M SORRY FOR THE LOST AN YOUR FAMILY,JUST REMEMBER THAT GOD LOVES HER IN SHE WILL BE SAFE IN HIS ARMS,YOU WILL SEE HER AGAIN KEEP THE FAITH
Weaver
June 29, 2013
Keeping the family in Prayer...
Kim Harrison
June 28, 2013
Suzette,
I will always remember your fun-loving, free-spirited nature. You made my days at DSCR brighter when I saw you. My prayers for your family and friends. Much love. Kim
Mrs Sandra J Lassiter
June 27, 2013
Prayers and Blessings to the family of the late Suzette K Wright.
Tezerra Chatman
June 27, 2013
My prayers are with the family and love ones my God bless you in your time of sorrow.
Debbie Montgomery
June 27, 2013
Suzie,
I have known and loved you for almost 25 years. We had some sunshine and we had some rain but the sunshine outweighed the rain. You were like a sister to me. We were always there for one another. I was always happy for you and all your accomplishments that you achieved in your life and I always told you that. I will always love you until we meet again someday in that beautiful place we call "Heaven"
Love you,
Your Bestfriend Debbie
Rev. Ricky Jordan
June 26, 2013
To The Wright and Kelly Family my prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Just know that "Weeping may endure for the night but JOY comes in the morning!!" I am praying that God will wrap his loving arms around you during this time.
June 26, 2013
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Jay,Vi and Angie your cousins will keep you in our prayers.Suzette is your Angel now along with your mother. God will keep his arms wrapped around you along with his Angels wings. Rest in Peace Suzatte,
Angeline Brown,Virginia Beach
Violet Wright , Hopewell,Virginia
Lisa White Rose
June 26, 2013
To the Wright family: I was very sadden to hear of the passing of Suzette. I grew up with Suzette she lived two houses away from my grandparents and we graduated High School together in 1983. I recently spoke with her after not seeing her for a while. She was the same Suzette ( kind, smiling, and asking about my family members). I know this is a very difficult time, but just know that you are in my prayers and may God continue to give you strength.
Gloria Tucker
June 26, 2013
To Tiny Chris and family you have my deepest condolences sorry for your loss my prayers are with you love you my friend
Sandra Potter-Sarr
June 26, 2013
To the Wright family and Kelly family im sorry for your loss and may god bless u. I went to school with Suzette and we grew up in the same neighborhood she was always a joy to be around.
Mary Norton
June 26, 2013
My Prayers and thought are with your Family. The Lord will give you strength and comfort.
Mary Norton
Robin Tucker-Ellis
June 26, 2013
To the Kelly/Wright Family:
My deepest condolences are extended to your family. I have known Suzette a very long time and just recently talked with her briefly, but we never know when it's our time. Cherish all of her precious memories and it shall bring peace, joy and comfort to you.
Carol Perry-Square
June 26, 2013
To the Wright family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you comfort during this difficult time.
Barbara Johnson
June 26, 2013
To the Wright Family, I pray that GOD will continue to comfort and bless each of you always. Bellwood friend
Cassandra Flowers-Savage
June 26, 2013
To the Wright Family, know that Suzette was loved and will be truly missed. I have known Suzette since our Dinwiddie High School days and often saw her smiling face at work at the Defense Supply Center (Bellwood). Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Cynthia Davis
June 26, 2013
Suzette we are family,friends,you were my maid of honor. We shared so much fun together. I Will miss calling you for advice. We will keep you and your family in prayer.
Trina Payne-Green
June 26, 2013
My condolence goes out to the Wright family. Suzette was a great friend. I will miss our daily conversation. She was a great listener and a great story teller. She always had some great stories to tell. I told her she missed her calling (comedian). I met her in 2011 and feel like I have known her all my life. She always knew how to make you lift you spirits when you were down. I always told her she was the big sister I never had. It has been tough without you but God needed you more. I will miss you my friend or as I called you my big sister or Dr. Wright.
Jim and Barbara Stansbury
June 26, 2013
Jay and Family-Suzette and I worked together many times over the years at Bellwood. She was an encourager to me, with her smile, ready laugh and listening ear. She lived her faith and inspired others to live a more Christ-like life. She never was too busy to listen; never unkind in thoughts or actions-a true Christian in every sense of the word. May you find comfort in knowing the lives she touched and the lives she changed in her too short time here on this earthly plane. May you find peace knowing that a loving God called her home for eternity. I look forward to seeing her again in that better place.
With a heavy heart but an eye toward Heaven-
Phyllis Smith (Parker)
June 26, 2013
To Jay and the Wright Family~
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. Hold on to the memories and remain steadfast in the lord because you will see her again. This is just temporary. Be Blessed now and always.
Hattie Bonner
June 26, 2013
To The Wright Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will strengthen you and may he find a comforting place in your hearts. May your memories bring you comfort.
Vanessa Jones
June 26, 2013
To Jay, Tiny and Christopher,
Our hearts are heavy at this time losing someone whom we all loved. Suzette and I graduated together in the class of "1983" Dinwiddie High School and we have worked at the same place for close to 30 years. She had a way of making you laugh like no one else. She will be greatly missed. Remember, we may not know why things happen the way they do; however, God has a plan for us all. He never makes a mistake. Keep your faith and trust in God and he will see you through this difficult time.
kevin and Gayle Bailey
June 26, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Carolyn & Walt Street
June 26, 2013
God called, Suzette answered; she is resting in the arms of Jesus. Know that she is "alright" and she will be "watching over" her family forever. God Bless the Wright Family.
Cheryl McZeal
June 26, 2013
Suzette, we had some good times you, Deb., and I back in the day. God has called you to be with him rest in peace. My condolences to the family.
Damoris Nibbs
June 26, 2013
May God be your strength, Suzette you always shared your smile and brighten those that knew you day. You will be truly missed.
Nibbs Family
June 26, 2013
REST IN PEACE SUZETTE.
DEE DEE
DSCR
Sybil Foxworth
June 26, 2013
I met Suzette at Bellwood 5 yrs ago . She was authenic, kind and a very down to earth person. She will be truely missed. My prays are with her family & friends.
Bonita DeWitt
June 26, 2013
Rest in Peace Suzette. May God continue to be with the family during this sad time. Remember she is in God's loving hands now.
Yarvet Roberson
June 25, 2013
You will be missed
Narcissa Best
June 25, 2013
To the Family - Make Jesus your best friend. With faith, let Him guide and direct you in all you do. It's guaranteed to work that way. Suz, as I called her, will truly be missed with her wit and her friendly smile. Good night my co-worker, my friend.
Terry White
June 25, 2013
To the Wright Family we are praying for you everyday the LORD will get you through this love Terry and Phillip White
Mckenley Mason
June 25, 2013
To The Family, Suzette was a wonderful person with a good heart and will be truly missed. I know how much pain you must feel, but remember God always have a plan for us all. Be blessed.
Sharon Munns
June 25, 2013
I have know Suzette for 12 years. I work with her at Bellwood. I loved her to death she was always joking me. I will truly miss her. May God bless you all. My prayes are with you all.
June 25, 2013
It is never easy to lose a loved one... and it's especially hard when it seems to us that they left this earth too soon. But God's time is not our time... and although we will miss her, what a comfort to know that she is with her Heavenly Father and that we will see her again one day! Praise the Lord! May the Lord grant you the peace that only He can give and sustain you through the days ahead. She was a very special lady, loved by many, and touched every life she met. God bless you, her beloved family! ~ Patsy Bargo Lewis
Frankie & Velet Jones
June 25, 2013
To the Wright Family,
As well as the Family, I to feel a deep lost of my best friend. My prayers are with and I will always keep her in my heart and my memories will never be forgotten.
June 25, 2013
To The family, sorry to see Suzette go to be with our Lord. I met her over 20 years ago at Bellwood and she was very pleasant. Sje will be missed, but God always has plans for us.
Karen Clements
June 25, 2013
Suzette was a special lady, always had a smile and something good to say to all. She will be missed.
Sherita Winfield
June 25, 2013
The Thorpe family offers our condolences. She was such a sweet,caring person. To the family,let your memories bring your heart comfort.
Faye Branch
June 25, 2013
My prayers go out to the family of Suzette. She will be missed.
June 25, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to the Wright family.
The Harold family has known Suzette and her family for thirty years. She was our neighbor for a long time and was a great friend. She will be missed.
Jeff, Linda Jamie and Scott Harold.
Linda Jones-Johnson
June 25, 2013
To the Wright family, I have known Suzette for over 20 years, and it has been a pleasure. She always had a kind word to say to cheer your day. God knows best and only takes his Angels. I pray that he will comfort and strengthened you during your time of bereavement.
Matt Torruella
June 25, 2013
To the Wright Family. I am deeply saddened for your loss. Suzette was very down to earth and caring person. I met Suzette in 2004 and she has always been the advice I needed for lifes uncertanties. She will be forever missed but I know God has a bigger purpose for her now. I know the days and nights will never be the same but as a believer in Christ and my faith I can say that the joy will come and in the moments you want to cry you cant help but smile at the memories no-one can ever take away from you. May the Peace and the Blessing be the guide your family needs during this time of sadness.
Becky Spain
June 25, 2013
I met Suzette 28 years ago when I first came to Bellwood. She was very friendly, kind, and always made you laugh. Her family & friends will be in my prayers.
Jason & Jackie Maynard
June 25, 2013
my condolences to the wright and kelly familys.
Mr. & Mrs. Maynard
June 25, 2013
my condolences to the wright and kelly familys.
carolyn foster
June 25, 2013
susie was a sweet person i none her for yrs she n me was raise up together on619 in diniwddie va we plays together we rode bikes together up n dw 619 i truely gonna miss her but she always knew the love n playtime grew into best friends forever i will never never forget her
Martha Tuck
June 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Suzette was a wonderful lady who always had a kind word and smile to give everyone. God has an angel.
June 24, 2013
To The Family, I met Suzette over 20 years ago after we started working at Bellwood around the same time and she would often ask me for a ride in CB terms, "can I get a 10/26"? and I would say, "girl you know you can". I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed. GOD will comfort you all. Katrina Wright, Hopewell, VA
June 24, 2013
Wishing you peace in your time of loss. All of us at Bellwood will miss her.
Michael and Rebecca Bowers
Deborah Jordan
June 24, 2013
To the Wright family, Suzette was a very funny, upbeat person. She would pass my desk and would either say "are you working or are you sleep"! She would just laugh. No matter how hard it will be to miss her, just remember you will always have the memories! My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.
Juline T.
June 24, 2013
My prayers and thoughts go out to her Family and Friends. Suzette was such a wonderful kind soul. She will truly be missed. She was so excited last Friday about getting her new tattoo. It really showed how much she loved her family. We were only cube mates for a short time but she was one special lady. She always had a smile on her face. She also gave great advice. After talking with Suzette, she always made you feel at ease about whatever issue you were facing. She loved her daytime soaps. We will miss you Suzette.
Mona Murphy
June 24, 2013
A bright and shing star that was Suzette always kind and loving. I will truly miss u.
Beverly Brown
June 24, 2013
I met Suzette when I worked in Richmond, Virginia,and she was joy to be around. When we saw each other in passing we always brought a smile (laughing, joking, and cutting up). I am deeply sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this time and weeping my endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.
Carroll Aldridge
June 24, 2013
I met Suzette about seventeen/eighteen years ago. We met at work. She had an infectious smile & a wiry sense of humor. She could be very funny, almost hilarious. In conversations she always had a quick reply. She was never
at a loss for words. A give & take banter with her was easy & fun. Suzette was always one of those persons you liked to have around. Her presence added a "kick to your step". It was a positive thing. My thoughts go out to her friends & family. She was called too soon & surely will be missed.
Cindy Murray
June 24, 2013
My prayers and thoughts go out to Suzette's family. She will be greatly missed. Every week would email each other or get together and talk at work on our breaks about the soaps. She was a great friend!!! I know she is smiling down on us in Heaven.
Dale Cottrell
June 24, 2013
To the Wright Family,
Suzette always had a kind word to say. Her loss saddens many. It is my prayer that the family be lifted up and comforted by our Awesome God we serve.
Denise P
June 24, 2013
We are all better people for having been a part of Suzette's life. She was an amazing person with an amazing outlook, and she will be missed. Our prayers are with the Wright family.
Steve A
June 24, 2013
To the Wright family. May the grace of our Lord be with each of you during this time of need. Suzzette was a wonderful gift, and we will miss her dearly.
sharon morgan
June 24, 2013
Suzette, I'm going to miss you, I will remember the last time we talk. My prayers and condolences are with the Wright family.
Kim Henderson
June 24, 2013
To the family - I'm so sorry to hear about your lost. Suzette was a beautiful person and will truly be missed. I'm praying that God will comfort and strenthen you during this difficult time.
Ernestine Banks
June 24, 2013
At this time of sadness, may the Wright family find strength in God and comfort in the warm loving thoughts of others.
Keith Ruffin
June 23, 2013
You will be missed.
Michele Snead
June 23, 2013
Suzette, I will never forget you my friend. I was truly blessed to have known you. I love you and will miss you!
sandee Rawlings
June 23, 2013
TO THE WRIGHT FAMILY IM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR LOVE ONE MY PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES ARE WITH THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THE LATE SUZETTE WRIGHT.
Glenn
June 23, 2013
Suzette, you were a true gem, a bright light in a sometimes dark world. You were always there for any of us when we felt the need to be heard. Ironically, no one I know was more full of life than you. We will never forget your laugh, and the smiles you were able to elicit. We are far better for having met you. And we will miss you. To your friends and family, my heart-felt condolences and fervent prayers.
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