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Jan Wright Obituary
75 of Phoenix, passed away unexpectedly Monday May 7, 2012 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ. She is survived by son Dane Wombacher (Kathy) daughter Cam Islas (Amador), ten grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, two sisters Wendy Kollwitz and Marcia Doolittle, and numerous nieces and nephews. Ms. Wright spent most of her working life in customer service for various utility companies. She also worked in sales and modeled professionally. It is in retirement that her gift of serving others flourished primarily as a mentor/sponsor to her fellow AA members. She served and participated in a variety of other organizations that gave purpose, joy, and meaning to her full life. A celebration of life in her honor will be held on Saturday, May 26th, 2012 at The Crossroads East, 1845 East Ocotillo Road, Phoenix, AZ from 12:30 - 2:30 pm. Online condolences may be made at www.hansenmortuary.com and in lieu of flowers, please send donations to Crossroads East, the site of her celebration.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jan Wright
June 2, 2012
How we will miss you and your smiling face dear Jan. We will send you balloons on Tuesday, June 5th from all your Red Hat Sisters.
Helen D
May 29, 2012
Jan was a bright spot in my life.I am going to have a party with her when we see face to face!
Helen D
Nancy Davenport
May 24, 2012
Just wanted to let you know Girlie, Music Hour is just not the same without you. No one to run around with a pick and fix the ladies hair. Your Precious Smile is gone, you are sorely missed. I am holding in my heart and memory the delightful time we had singing , I Can't give you anything but Love. One day we will be singing together again. Peace and Love
Marilou Skaugset
May 23, 2012
May your families find peace in this time of grief.
Sarah Privee
May 21, 2012
Peace and God's Full Grace to your family in this time of grief and loss.
May 21, 2012
Rest in Peace with God
Cheryl McCauley
May 20, 2012
Jan thank you for everything you taught me. I will never forget you. Love, cheryl
Frank Emerson
May 20, 2012
Jan I will miss your hello kisses. I know you're in a better place now. Love, Frank Emerson
Ann DeGreen
May 20, 2012
Dear Family,
I met your Mother 25 years ago and over the years, she has not only impacted my life but so many other men and women in our community. Jan's bright, loving and cheerful smile will be missed! Yes, Jan has made "her mark on the world" and I understand and accept THE LORD HAS CALLED JAN HOME WITH HIM! Jan, you were LOVED and will be missed by many!
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