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1925
DIED
2006
Clinton Wright Obituary
Graveside Service: 2 p.m. Monday in Laurel Land Memorial Park. Dr. Robert A. Nickell will officiate. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Thompson's Harveson & Cole Funeral Home.
Memorials: Should friends desire, memorials may be given to Meals on Wheels or the building fund of South Hills Baptist Church.
Clinton Daniel Wright Sr. was born Aug. 9, 1925, in Bassett, Va. He attended Texas Wesleyan University and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and had been a Fort Worth resident for 55 years.
Survivors: Wife, Gloria Lee Salles Wright; children, Michael Wright, Danny Wright, Suzanne Howard, Bill Campbell and Kit Goolsby; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Chris Moran and Polly Mize of Virginia.
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Buster and Debbie Shores
March 20, 2007
Clinton was a wonderful man. He and my husband, Buster, worked together and he became somewhat of a mentor for Buster. I always enjoyed talking to him when he would call Buster about a job. Buster and I just found out about his death and are so sorry we were unable to attend his funeral and express our sympathy to his family. He made a lasting impression on both of us.
Angela Williams
December 10, 2006
I've enjoyed reading the entries of those who knew my Uncle Clinton. One of the things I loved about him was that he never met a stranger, and everyone he met was special to him. I am grateful for the memories I have of him, both on his trips to his birthplace in Virginia and of our trips to his home in Texas. I am especially grateful to those of you who became his friends and were there over the last few years when we could not be. As I heard someone say at the funeral this past week, Clinton was larger than life. I remember him laughing more than anything. He was a good man, and I love all his family in Texas, too.
Faye Maxwell
December 6, 2006
Clinton was a friend who loved to listen & to help! Working with him was a pleasure. Clinton will be missed but, know that he is at peace. May God wrap you in his warmth & love for you.
Tod Lewis
December 4, 2006
We shared alot of buscuits and coffee over the years you will be missed.
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Linda Pitchford
December 4, 2006
I will never forget the first time - over 30 years ago - that I met Clinton with his gentle smile, his beautiful grey hair and he was dressed so handsomely in a pin stripe suit. We shared many, many (and yet too few) moments of poignant conversation through the years and I appreciated his wisdom and desire to be helpful. I admired Clinton's Godly heart and his love and compassion for so many. My love to Danny, Gloria and the family. There are just too few Clinton Wrights in this world and we will all miss him.
Jacqueline Payne-Usman
December 4, 2006
May GOD be with the family just remember he is still with you in spirit. Cherish his smile and his giving, giving heart and keep GOD First...From Jacqueline, Kionne, Christian and Irmeka (Irma Payne's daughter and grandchildren)You all are in my prayers
Yolanda Chavers
December 4, 2006
Clint's friendly and warm spirit will be missed.
Larry Norris
December 4, 2006
My life has been greatly enriched by knowing and working with Clinton. He always had a kind word and concern for others. I enjoyed our visits as we talked of his growing up in Virginia and his time in the Merchant Marines during WW2. Clinton was an infinite source of knowledge on where and how to get things done. He will be greatly missed.
Knowing Clinton, he will be working on the hinges of the pearly gates today to make them work better.
Rick Davis
December 4, 2006
I only knew Clinton for the past four years. We called each other friend and he was a mentor to me in work and in life. I'll miss him.
Melanee Wyatt/Morgan
December 3, 2006
Danny and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you.I know that your dad is at peace.I will always remember his smile.My prayers are also with you r mom.They were a special couple and I know they were proud of you and the gift that you have in playing the piano.Please let me know if there is any thing I can do for you.
Carla Curry
December 3, 2006
Godspeed Clinton. You have been a mentor and a good friend. I will sorely miss you. Lots of love to you, Gloria.
Ken Davis
December 3, 2006
I was my privilege to know and work with Clinton. He was a GOOD MAN that always had kind words and wished the best for everyone he knew. He will be fondly remembered for his Godly ways and courtesies to all.
Ken Davis
pattie williams
December 3, 2006
Pop, you were our spiritual daddy and the best friend Billy has ever had! For thirty years we have loved our weekly card games, dinners, your tales of growing up in Virginia and just spending time with you and mom. Our hearts break to not be there with you now Gloria! May God's peace encompass you and His grace overwhelm you Gloria! We love you both so much! Billy and Pattie Williams
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