John R. "Johnny" Wright Jr.
John R. "Johnny" Wright Jr.
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Johnny was a native of Jackson, Mississippi. He attended Murrah High School and was a graduate of Manhattan High School. He also attended Delta State University.
He died on Friday, August 25, 2000, from complications of a stroke.
Johnny was loved by many and will be particularly missed by his dog, Ben, and the residents of the Greenbriar Place subdivision, who called him "the mayor."
He is survived by his father, John R. Wright Sr. of Jackson; Tom and Nancy Wright of Jackson, Ellis and Jamie Wright of Jackson; his two nieces; and numerous cousins.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Catchings Funeral Home
November 17, 2000
Our Staff has been thinking of you
these last few months.
Rick West, Manager
Pat Matthews
September 12, 2000
We are thinking of you, friends at
Parkway.
Dana Wallace-Ladner
August 31, 2000
Funeral Director & Embalmer at Brookhaven Funeral Home, Brookhaven, MS
Don Godbold
August 27, 2000
Will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
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