GENEVIEVE WRIGHT Obituary

Genevieve Fugal Wright "Sweet Genevieve" Genevieve Fugal Wright, our sweet mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away peacefully at her home on Monday Dec. 28, 2009 at the age of 97.Genevieve was born June 13, 1912 to Jens and Lavina Fugal in Pleasant Grove, Utah where she spent her childhood. Her parents made work fun for their eight children; therefore, she enjoyed hard work throughout her life. She attended Pleasant Grove High and graduated with honors from BYU with degrees in English and PE. Genevieve was involved in drama and music all her life and was a talented and beloved teacher. Genevieve married her long-time sweetheart, Harold M. Wright, on July 17th, 1936 in the Salt Lake Temple. They began their married life in Draper and later moved to Pleasant Grove. In 1941, they moved to their present home where she has lived for 68 years. Genevieve was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and she sustained her husband in all of his church callings until he passed away 38 years ago. She faithfully served in every organization of the church. She especially loved serving as Stake Relief Society President. She was the ward pianist for 50 years, sang with the Tabernacle Choir, Londonairres, Jay Welch Chorale and Sterling Poulson's Choir. Her greatest joy was her family. She had a sure testimony and love of the Savior. Many lives have been blessed by her Christ like love and service. Genevieve is survived by her children, Janet (Allan) Clyde, Richard (Marjorie) Wright, Marilyn (LaVar) Krantz, Suzanne (Joseph) Rust, and David (Kathy) Wright; daughter-in-law, Carol Wright; brothers, Jean Fugal and John Fugal; 35 grandchildren, 123 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband and her son, LeGrande Wright as well as her brothers, Roy and Delbert Fugal and sisters, Vida Swenson, Alda Gardner and Anna Bailey. We want to thank her doctors, Applegate Hospice and especially her caregivers Gil, Amelia, Riet; granddaughter, Valerie; and great-granddaughters, Lindsey, Jessica and Kallie. Services will be held at Colonial Hills Ward, 1455 S. 1700 E. on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Viewing at Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 S. 2300 E. Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Thursday at the church from 9:30 -10:30 a.m. prior to the service. Interment at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.holbrookmortuary.com In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Perpetual Education Fund or a charity of your choice.

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Published by Deseret News on Dec. 29, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for GENEVIEVE WRIGHT

12 Entries

December 31, 2009

Dearest Suzanne and Joseph, Janet, and Marilyn,
My sister, Kendra, told me of your Mother's passing. What a great woman! I am glad to have known her and some of her children. You are all a great tribute to your parents' good lives. So glad we have our early roots in the Colonial Hills Ward in common. What a kind end to a good life. "Enduring to the end" becomes much more of a challenge as our lives continue.
Fondly, Deborah Dedekind Romney

December 31, 2009

Dave and Kathy,
I am sorry I didn't get Mike Little's message earlier. I am stuck at work, but please know I am prayng for your family. We are never quite ready to lose a blessed love and I am sure it is true with you today. This year has contained too much for you two. May both of you find comfort in our Father's plan of happiness and look froward to the day of reunion. May God Bless you.

Bishop Gibson

Sara Newell

December 31, 2009

Dear Janet, Richard, Marilyn, Suzanne and David,

My thoughts and prayers are with you..
Aunt Genevieve holds a very special place in my heart - she will always be there. Special memories include writing most of my thesis at 1366 Glenmare Street, sustained by Aunt Genevieve's beautiful face and smile, hugs, invaluable suggestions, encouragement and support. (Uncle Harold kept me going with countless bowls of vanilla ice cream with peaches on top!) I am so very thankful for Aunt Gen's love and for the way she made me feel special.

Much love to all of you dear cousins,
Sara Newell

December 31, 2009

love you ,aunt Genn. My best to all the family

jan fugal

December 30, 2009

Dear Janet and Family,

Lanny and I send our love and sympathy to you in the loss of your sweet mother. As I read the obituary and saw her picture I realized that I had crossed paths with your mother many times in the Jay Welch Chorale and Sterling's choir. She was a sweet elegant lady and I'm sure she will be missed by many, many people.
Love,
Shirley and Lanny Britsch

December 30, 2009

Our thought and prayers are with you. We all have fond memories of Aunt Genevieve.

Brent Fugal and Family

December 30, 2009

Dear Janet,
We were so sad to hear of your mother's passing at this time. It is never easy to lose someone so dear. Our prayers are with you.
Ron & Lois Cottle

Chris Pyne

December 30, 2009

Dear Janet,
I want to express my sympathy at this time. You have been my visiting teacher for umpteen years and I"ve enjoyed hearing about your sweet mother. I know your heart is sad but at the same time you knew she was ready to go. God was waiting to take her on his time. She's a beautiful woman as you are. I"ve so admired your love and dedication to her. I could only hope my own children would be the same. You are one in a million. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Love,
Chris Pyne

December 29, 2009

Dear Janet and Family,
We wish to express our love and support at this time. We know how much you love your mother and we are also aware, in part, of the great care you have given her. You will miss her we know, but knowing that she has gone to be with those on the other side will offer some comfort. I recognize her picture and know that she has visited our ward. She looks like such a sweet person. Our love and prayers are with you. Thanks for being a good example for all of us. Love, Keith and Jennilyn

Ronald K Swenson

December 29, 2009

Genevieve has always been a special aunt to me. Mother and dad swenson (Alfred and Vida) frequently mentioned what a joy it was to have her in their home during some of the time she was going to school. While Rosalie, Gordon, Arlene, and I (Ronald) were still living at home we made visits to your home in Salt Lake City and were always made to feel welcome. I am grateful for those pleasant memories.
Here is love to all of you dear Wright cousins,
Ronald Kay Swenson

December 29, 2009

Dearest Suzie and Family,

Thank you so very much for sharing this wonderful woman with me all these years. She was an example in so many ways.

Nancy Dunlop

December 29, 2009

Dearest Suzie and family,

Thank you so very much for sharing this wonderful woman with me all these years. She was an example in so many ways. She always expressed her joy at seeing me and wanted to know how all my family and husband were. Her "thank yous" came quickly and were so plentiful; always so appreciative of service rendered. And her smile, I can see it even now as she looked directly into my face and told me she loved me. I am so blessed to have known her. God bless your family at this time of bittersweet. Nancy Kellgreen Dunlop

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