Travis Smothers Wright

Jody and Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Travis's passing. I met travis at least 23 years ago, as part of the OG kitchen crew opening up the restaurant. In fact, I was part of the crew when the two of you met. Still to this day - all these years later - I share tales and stories of Travis, what he stood for, how he treated people with such kindness, and how he provided - even back then - a hero to look up to.

He will continue to live on in memories and love.

I had not interacted with Travis since attending middle school with him in the '80s, but I remember him well. I always thought highly of him, and am very saddened to hear of his passing. My best wishes to all of his loved ones.

Jody We Are So Sorry For Your Loss. Travis Was such A Good Guy and A Kind spirit. One of Our Favorite Memories Of Travis and You Is when You guys Hosted My 40th Birthday Party At The Shark. He will Be sadly missed. Mike and I are Praying for you and Your Family at this difficult time.

We are so for your loss Jody for you and your family. Mike and I were so saddened to hear the news. One Our Fondest Memories of Travis and You Were When You and Him Hosted My 40th Birthday Party at the Shark . He was such A kind Spirit. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time!

I am just now reading about Travis. So very sad. We loved the Shark when we lived in Maryland and traveled to OC. We felt like Shark groupies back in the day. Attended several wine pairing dinners which were awesome. Also, spent 1 or 2 New Years Eves celebrating at your amazing restaurant. We would always tell friends that The Shark is one of our very favorite restaurants.
May Travis' memory be a blessing to all who knew him. Rest in Peace, dear Travis.

In loving memory of a wonderful son. We cherish memories of lovely dinners with you all in many days past, and celebrating with you at an early Shark opening!

So sorry for your loss, Jody. 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.

JB and I are so sorry we won't be able to attend the service tomorrow. We will always remember Travis as he was as a boy, and our hearts go out to that boy's mom, dad and little sister.