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Stevie Wright Obituary

Stevie Gene Wright, 68, of Gosnell, Arkansas passed away on November 26, 2025.

Steve was born September 3, 1957, in Gosnell. He was the son of Odell and Jamie D. Wright.

Steve graduated from Gosnell High School in 1974. He was of the Baptist faith. Steve was self-employed.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing pool but most of all he took pride in his work and made this world a more colorful place. Although he was quiet, private and reserved, his smile could light up any room.

Steve is survived by his four children: Jamie Burgess of Gosnell, Arkansas, Jennifer Westbrook of Durham, North Carolina, Brenda Craig of Watervliet, Michigan, and Stevie Wright Jr of Watervliet, Michigan, six grandchildren: Brendyn, Redek, and Ryker Burgess, Gavin Webster, Lilliana Bruce, and Finley Penhaligon, three siblings: Joann Lloyd of Honesdale, Pennsylvania, Diane Barnes of Beaverton, Oregon, and Wayne Wright, Memphis, Tennessee.

Preceding Steve in death are his parents and his two brothers Jerry and Larry Wright.

No formal service will take place, in accordance with his wishes. Instead, loved ones are encouraged to remember and celebrate the cherished moments shared. To sign an online guestbook, go to emersonfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Jonesboro Right Now on Dec. 4, 2025.

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