Willie Wright Sr. Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

BORN

November 24, 1924

DIED

October 5, 2010

LOCATION

South Bend, Indiana

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Mr. Willie James Wright Sr., of Eldorado Lane, in South Bend, Indiana went home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2010.

Willie was born on November 24, 1924 to the union of George L. Sr., and Annie Bell Wright (Henderson) in Ruleville, Mississippi.

Willie was joined in holy matrimony to Eula Lee Garmon on March 4, 1950. To this union eight children were born. Willie served in the United States Army where he did two tours of duty, and fought in World War II. He also served in the South Bend Civil Defense Police Force. Willie retired from Dodge Manufacturing in 1983 after 27 years. Willie worked as a social worker for ACTION at the various centers in town.

Willie leaves to cherish his memory eight children: five daughters, Norma Jean Arnold, Terry Lynn Smith, Anna Marie Teague, Amelia Francine Wright, all of South Bend, Indiana, and Theresa Anne Wright of Atlanta, Georgia; three sons, Alfred Lee Parker, Willie James Jr., and Michael Leon, all of South Bend; 27 grandchildren; 73 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; a special friend Vera Lane; and a host of relatives and friends.

Willie was preceded in death by his mother Annie Bell Wright Henderson; father and step-mother George L. Sr. and Alberta Wright; his wife Eula Wright; a sister Leola Richardson; a brother George Wright Jr.; a grandson Vernon Buggs Jr; two great-grandsons William J. Clark and Christopher Bonds; and a son-in-law James Teague.Services for Mr. Willie James Wright Sr. will be held on Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at Clark-O'Neal Funeral Home Inc., 2702 Lincoln Way West, South Bend, Indiana. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. with services following at 11:00 a.m. Burial will

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To the Wright Family,I feel privileged to have known Mr Wright,he will always remain alive in the memories of those who loved, respected and treasured him. Some of my fondest memories where sharing family time with all of you, your parents Mr & Mrs Wright always made me feel welcome. I write this with a heavy heart, I can only hope that your years of great memories of your father will enable you to live with this sad loss. Affectionately yours.

Terri Hogan-Jamerson

November 01, 2010 | South Bend, IN

To the Wright Family:
We pray for your strength, courage, and peace during this difficult time. Your father reigned as a King would over his precious domain and now he must rest in the arms of our Lord. Love you all. Priscilla "Cuz" and the Jones Family

October 12, 2010

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.

lenora wade

October 12, 2010 | Muskegon,heights, MI

Wright family..you all have my deepest sympathy,Mr. Willie was one of the Great ones.Angels of love and Liberty will always surround you.
Prentiss-Los Angeles,CA.

Prentiss Flowers

October 11, 2010 | Los Angeles, CA

I sit here with a heavy heart and wishing that I was there. I hope you know that he was more than just a friend father to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and may God continue to bless the family.

Ralph Hackney

October 11, 2010 | Milwaukee, WI

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

BEVERLY SCOTT-KILGORE

October 11, 2010 | INDIANAPOLIS, IN

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cheryl Bush Mays

October 11, 2010 | Mesa, AZ

To the Wright's Family,
You all have my deepest sympathy. May God Bless and our prayers are with you and your family Terry, love you.

Cheryl Reed

October 11, 2010 | South Bend, IN

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

pat blackwell

October 10, 2010 | South Bend, IN

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