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Charles McCrary
April 6, 2025
There’s not a day that goes by the at times I’m not thinking of Charles Wright he was a great man and I consider him a great friend. God bless your family and God bless you, Charles.
Donna Fullerton
April 6, 2022
Great memories.
Julie Bragg-Rayburn
January 7, 2012
I know your loss still affects you all every day. I just wanted to let you all know that my grandfather, Hoyt Bragg, who coached Charles and Jimmy and Paul when they were growing up thought so much of him. He was proud of all of them, He too passed in July 2011. A man from Little League in Williamsport Pa where they have the LL World Series has contacted me about doing an article on my grandfather, and I would like to mention Charles and his accomplishments in the article. My prayers are with you.
December 21, 2011
Tammy, Nick, & Candace,
I am so sorry to hear about Charles' passing in April. I knew of Charles because of his sporting goods store, and because I was one of Tammy's parachute riggers when she was an NCO and First Sergeant at Echo Co, 1-507th PIR at the Jump School at Ft Benning.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Wishing you much Peace, Light, Love, & God's Blessings during these 2011 holidays.
Peace,
Kind regards, ~Mark
George Mark Fuller
Woodburn, OR
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Dwayne (Bimbo) Smith
April 29, 2011
My lifetime friend. So many ball games and fishing trips together. He helped me so many times and was like a brother. We all miss him and will keep him in our hearts and his family in our prayers. Thank you Charlie for your support, friendship and great memories.
Kash Beauchamp
April 16, 2011
I just found out about Charles passing last night April 15th. I want to give the family my sincerest condolences. I considered Charles a great friend, team mate, and one of the most competitive men I have ever played with or against. I will never forget our trips to Apalachicola Bay to go deep sea fishing. I loved every second I spent with that man unless I was playing basketball against him. Gonna miss you Big Guy. There will never be another like you. God Bless.
Mack Byrd
April 15, 2011
One of the greatest softball players I ever saw play the game. He will be missed by all!!!!!
William Dillon
April 15, 2011
Worked the clock for the church league basketball in the mid '70's. That North Highland team with Jimmy, Paul, Charles Wright, Tommy Moseley and Butch Tillman were legendary.Remember the good times.
Pam and Mike Woodard
April 15, 2011
Our hearts go out to you and your family, Tammy. May God bless you all.
Renae robison
April 15, 2011
Kelly I'm so sorry to hear about your brother...He will be missed ...You all are in my prayers. I lost one of my brothers in 06 he was just one year older then Charles.God bless you all...Renae Field Robison
Barbara Hubbard Jones
April 15, 2011
Jimmy, Paul and Family,
Growing up in the same neighborhood you learn a lot about people. Whenever Charles Wright's name was mentioned it was with integrity and great respect. That is how I will always remember him. Buddy, Shirley, Jimmy,Charles, Paul and Kelley were an awesome family. My prayer for those that remain here is that the wonderful memories of Charles will offer comfort in the difficult days ahead. My life has been blessed even more abundantly by knowing the Wright family. Paul too was a wonderful and caring neighbor to my Mom and Dad years ago. May God give you all peace and comfort.
April 14, 2011
Paul and family, My condolance to the family.
Steven & Lee Ellyn (Dimitri) Anderson
Janice Dimitri
Timothy and Karleeta Dimitri
Donna McMillan Fullerton
April 14, 2011
Tammy, Jimmy and Paul: You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Those childhood days when we all lived in the same neighborhood, rode bikes together and skated up and down 29th street, that is what I remember when I think of Charles. He was a member of our family also. Such good times.
Donald Leak
April 14, 2011
I knew Charles from his early days w/the Valley Merchants...then had the great opportunity to play on the same team w/him in the mid-70's...Tom's! He was a great athlete and teammate! The family is in my thoughts and prayers...
Donald "Duck" Leak
Brenda Maddox-Vitzen
April 14, 2011
Our hearts go out to Tammy and the family,Our office will never be the same Charles always came in to see Dr.Lammons and he always carred that big smile of his,Dr.Lammons and Staff will miss him dearly.If there is any thing we can do please let us know.It still seems like a dream.Charles never met anyone that he could not talk to,He admire my brother Glen Maddox for the love he has for his wife Brenda who has been in a coma for 11 years now,and when he came in the office he always ask about Glen and Brenda and talkin about what a wonderful husband he is and how much faith he has in God.I told Charles,that Glen was our rock for he has enough love for our Lord that sometimes I didn't understand because of all that he has been through.Charles always came back at me with that what makes Glen so special.Charles we will miss you and Dr.Lammons will never be the same you were his friend and our office has really be blessed to have know you!Keep on smiling for now you really have something to smile about just being With our Heavenly Father,look for your lovely family and friends for they well been there one day.Dr.Edward Lammons and Staff.
Patricia G
April 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I met Charles during the time I worked for Interstate Electric.
Linda & Jamie Bolt
April 14, 2011
RIP Charles, you were a wonderful person, and brought laughter and light to so many lives. You will be missed by many. Tammy we are so sorry for your loss, our prayers will be with you and your family.
Linda & Jamie Bolt
April 14, 2011
RIP Charles, you were a wonderful man and we thought the world of you and Tammy, so sorry Tammy for your loss. We will keep you our prayers.
Greg Johnson
April 14, 2011
So sorry to hear the news about Charles. I enjoyed playing softball with him back in the early years when we played for Toms. He, Don "Shine" McClintock, and I
shared some special times while driving to softball tournaments across the southeast. We'll remember you in our earts, Charles. Thanks for the memories.
Darryl Douglas
April 14, 2011
I never got the pleasure of meeting Charles, but I know Jimmy, Lynda and their children... and they have hearts of Gold. Very kind people indeed. Reading all the articles and entries online makes me wish I'd met Charles.
Joyce-Danny adams
April 13, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers to all the wright familly,Charles always had a smile an was never to busy to stop an say hello, he was a wonderful person loved by so many.
James Hurston
April 13, 2011
I am so sorry that Charles is no longer with us. What wonderful memories we Hurstons have of all the Wrights. I pray that the Lord will comfort all who mourn and give strength to his family.
Barbara (Susie) McMillan
April 13, 2011
Prayers are sent to Tammy, Jimmy, Paul and Kelly and their families from the McMillan family during this difficult time. We will so miss our old friend, Charles, and you are all in our prayers, as always.
FRANK MACON
April 13, 2011
God bless you Charles. Always, your friend....Frank Macon Philippians 1:3
Charlie Brown /The Byars Family
April 13, 2011
We are deeply sorry for your lose . Charles was a great man and an excellent athlete. I enjoyed playing softball with him when he played for Ken Sanders . We send our prayers to Mrs Wright , Jimmy , Lynda , Lizzie , and the whole Wright family during this time . May the Lord give you strength and comfort . The Byars Family/ Charlie Brown
TERRI DEVOES
April 13, 2011
MY CONDOLANCE AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY. I PRAY THE LORD STRENGHTHEN AND COMFORT YOU ALL IN THIS TIME OF GRIEVE. I KNEW MR.WRIGHT FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS I REMEMBER LIKE IT WAS YESTERDAY I LIVED ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE RESTAURANT AND HE OFFERED ME A PART TIME JOB WHILE I WAS OUT OF SCHOOL FOR THE SUMMER IT WAS A TRULY GREAT EXPERINCE. MR.WRIGHT WAS KIND, AND A GREAT FRIEND. HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. TAKE CARE TERRI DEVOES..............GOD BLESS
April 13, 2011
RIP CHARLES....You were a ray of sunshine for my dad Earl Gibson while he was in Hospice...all he talked about was seeing you and talking about Ball!!! Love your family....My prayers are with you....Pam Gibson Ray
Vicky Moss
April 13, 2011
I was so shocked to hear about Charles. He was a wonderful person. Always smiling and that laugh something I will never forget. Charles, Jimmy, Paul and Mr Wright and I go back many years when I was an Umpire in the Men's Softball league. Charles always kept me straight. I loved that guy and Columbus will surely miss him. Columbus needs to name one of the Softball fields after Charles. God has a wonderful person in Heaven now. Love you Charles and I will never forget you. My love and prayers goes out to the Wright family. If I can ever do anything for any of you, I am just one call away. Love and Prayers.
April 13, 2011
May the light of God shine on those who continue to love him in this time of spiritual need. Jimmy and Paul my heart weeps just as yours does. I may be the only softball infeider that ever threw him out at first base. Most never got the chance. Just heart-felt emotion to a wonderful family. Mike Vanyo
Jonathan Bain
April 13, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I will really miss Charles. I didn't know him as well as others, but ate at The Wright Place quite often. I used to kid Charles about being a UGA fan with me being an Auburn fan and one day out of the blue he gave me a brand new Auburn ball cap. I told everyone about that because it showed the true character of Charles, a very nice and giving man that will be truly missed.
Allen Kahl
April 13, 2011
My condolance to the family
Terry & Kaye Wright
April 13, 2011
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
April 13, 2011
Tammy: My heart goes out to you and your family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself and God bless. Kris Pawloski
John Trotter
April 13, 2011
We will cherish the many great memories of Charles and his infectious laughter! We had some good times together, and his life has positively affected many other lives. The first time I came across Charles was in the 1966-1967 school year when he, Spivey, and Rodney Baker led Columbus Jr. High School to the Bi-City Championship in the Ninth Grade Basketball Tournament. When I was a sophomore at Jordan and Charles was a senior, we had a new Coach, Billy Tinker, and that was a season of great memories. Charles led the region in scoring, and Rodney and Larry led the team in laughter! It was a lot of fun! We will all miss our brother Charles Wright! What a gift from the good Lord to have known him so well. I'm sure that he has Heaven laughing already...and is up there trying to organized all of the Jordan athletes! John(ny) Trotter
Debora Wells
April 13, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Wright family. I pray that God will comfort all of you in this difficult time.
Rev.Dwight Jackson
April 12, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I am Pat & Susan Donahue's pastor & had met Charles at the passing of Pat's mom. They always spoke so fondly of Charles. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
April 12, 2011
I was shocked to here the news of Charles Wrights death. It brought back memories when he was playing for Ken Sanders softball team. I played against him many times when I was with Dave Carroll Sports. He was a tough competitor and I was always amazed because of his size at how he handled the infield defensively. One interesting thought that comes to mind, Charles never wore his baseball cap, showing off his beautifully groomed hair.
I am sadden by his death, he was one the best softball players I ever played against.
David Hardt
[email protected]
Greer,SC
Misty Jenkins
April 12, 2011
Words cannot say what I feel at this moment. My heart is breaking for the entire Wright family. I gained a profound respect for that man after seeing him care for his momma with such love and gentleness. One of the last times I spoke with him, his sister Kelley and I were at the cafe and we spoke of Ms. Shirley. He shook his head and said "God I miss that woman!". Charles, you will miss her no more. She was waiting for you. Tammy, there are no words. I am so sorry for your loss. You speak of him being such a great husband but you also exemplify what it means to be a great wife. He is definitely loved.
Johnny Snellgrove
April 12, 2011
My deepest sympathies to the entire Wright family.
Susan Norris
April 12, 2011
Paul,I know that all the prayers going up for this family at this time has got to lift you up so high that you can almost see Charles. He was a great friend to all who knew him and will be missed by ever person whose life he touched. Praying that yall have the strength you need to make it through this difficult time. Susan Urspruch
Kathy Singletary
April 12, 2011
Charles was and old dear friendof mine. I was so glad to see him at the our 40th year class reunion.It was a shock to hear this news. I love you Charles. My prayers to all of his family.
Mark Hatch
April 12, 2011
Tammy:
I talked to Charles a couple of weeks ago and he was wearing a bulldog shirt just like I was. He talked about how hopeful he was for the dawgs this year. I have known him for 30 years and just like someone else commented he always had time to talk to you. I knew he was the Man when I first threw him an underhand pitch at Columbus High School and he hit it over the roof of the high school. I just talked to my friend Keith Lambert today and reminded him how long I laughed when Charles hit that softball.
Theri Brooks
April 12, 2011
Tammy, we were saddened to read about your loss. We are thinking about you and your family.
Phil and Theri Brooks
April 12, 2011
On behalf of the JVHS Class of 1970, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Charles Wright. Many of us had not seen
Charles until he and Tammy attended our 40 year class reunion in June. We
feel truly blessed to have seen and visited with him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Charles' family, friends and fellow classmates. He will truly be missed by all.
JVHS Class of 1970
rodney anderson
April 12, 2011
charles was and always will be a true champion.
April 12, 2011
Man, what can I say. I have been knowing CW for many years and played ball with him. He taught me so much and I am proud to be able to call him friend. He will be missed by all that knew him and played with and against him. He seemed to put on a clinic whenever he played. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Wright family.
Steve Forehand (Columbus Ga.)
Linda Jones
April 12, 2011
My dear sweet Tammy. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I did not know your husband, but he sounds like a remarkable person. Bless you and your family during this time of sorrow. You are very loved and if you need anything, we will be here for you.
graylen hood
April 12, 2011
sorry to hear about charles i grew up around charles on first avenue . ate many times at the wright place will miss him.Graylen Hood
James and Virginia Benefield
April 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Larry Lawson
April 12, 2011
Charles was always a great friend and never to busy to talk anytime he saw you. You will be missed.
Kelley Wright
April 12, 2011
The man was a wonderful athlete but more that that he was a great son, brother, uncle, and friend to so many. He really "stepped up to the plate" when it counted the most. I know my brother is in heaven...if for any reason the sacrifices he made for our mom and dad. I love, respect and admire that man...he certainly left his mark on this earth but he is at peace now and with the ones he loved the most and waiting for the rest of us. I will miss him and that infectious laugh, but even more his cooking because he did it like mom:-)
April 12, 2011
Tammy
I am so sorry to hear about Charles. You are in our prayers. Their has been such sadness in the last 4 or 5 years, with the Wright Family. God Bless
Debbie Tucker Bennett
Karen Jacobs Cummings
April 12, 2011
Tammy,
I was very suprised to hear about your lost. I already miss the good cooking when I am in Columbus. Sorry I cant be there for you and the family. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers
Cindy Fountain-Hutto & Barbara Fountain(Mom)
April 12, 2011
Tammy & family, my deepest sympathy goes out to you for the loss of a husband, friend and father. Charles was a good guy and will be missed by many. My 2 older brothers played little league with Charles and he had the sweetest smile even then. My thoughts and Prayers are with you as you go through the next few days, weeks and months.. Keep looking to the Lord and He will give you the strength and courage to get through this time..Love and Prayers to each of you!
bob edwards
April 12, 2011
my sincere condolences to the Wright family. i always enjoyed coaching charles, paul and jimmy. in later years,charles always had a smile and a yarn for me.
BOB EDWARDS
April 12, 2011
MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE WRIGHT FAMILY.ALWAYS ENJOYED COACHING CHARLES AND HIS BROTHERS. IN LATER YEARS, HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE FOR ME. GOD BLESS
Kerry Austin
April 12, 2011
In memory of a very dear man, our treasured friend Charles Wright. He was a blessing to my family, my daughters Michaela and Jessica, as they worked in his restaurant over the past year,. He made such a difference in their lives and we will never forget Charles. My daughter Michaela said it this way to describe Charles, she said.... " Charles was my best friend! " ... and he was that to everyone who knew him! He had a heart of gold for everyone, and we will forever miss our dear friend! Our deepest prayers for Tammy, Jimmy, Paul and their families ~ and all of Charles' other family and friends that loved him so.
Tyrone Harris
April 12, 2011
Tammy, I am very sad to hear of your lost. You are very special to all of us. In time of sadiness,and trying times, God will always be there to comfort you and your family. Continue to seek God's support and unchanging hands.
PAT WALDROP
April 12, 2011
My love, thoughts and prayers are with each of you. My husband, Paul, loved Charles Wright. I just know that Charles and Paul are in heaven, catching up on things!!! What a great thought. Love to each of you. Pat Waldrop
Diane Luther Yates
April 12, 2011
So very sorry to hear about our old friend. We grew up in the same neighborhood. Our prayers go out to the family. Diane Yates (Rolling) Luther Yates
Donna & Nick Pelfrey
April 12, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my prayers and thoughts. May GOD give you the peace, comfort, and strength in the coming days.
Donna and Nick Pelfrey
Janice Farmer and Family
April 12, 2011
Tammy and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. My condolences are with each of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God be with you during time of sorrow.
Rena Tokuda
April 12, 2011
To the Wright Family,
I am thankful to have had the opportunity to meet Mr. Charles. My weekly visits to the Wright Place was always a pleasure listening to Mr. Charles talk about the "old times" with his friends. I will miss the gentle giant of a man. I pray the City of Columbus will do something to honor him and continue his legacy also.
Thank you for the wonderful memories....
Peggy Lambert
April 12, 2011
Tammy-
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the love and grace of God surround you in this difficult time. We all love you and will be here for you.
Abby Velmer
April 12, 2011
So very sorry to hear the news about Charles. He was a kind man with a warm heart. He will be missed by many.
Debi (Martin) Singletary
April 12, 2011
I remember an humble, awkward, and very respectful young boy whose smile would warm your heart... this memory will always be with me as I'm sure he will always be with you in his own way... my prayers are with the family and friends....
Rebecca Powell Rae
April 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lori Phillips
April 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Charles was a great guy and will be missed. It was always fun to show up at a tournament with him on my dad's team and watch others, that knew who he was, cringe at the thought of having to play against him.
Lori (Hughes) Phillips
Heather Shavers
April 12, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Charles will surely be missed by so many.
Chris and Heather Shavers
wesley strickland
April 12, 2011
going to miss him alot god bless the family.
Charles McCrary
April 12, 2011
I will miss you CW but you and your family will always be in my prayers and in my heart. To a wonderful friend God Bless You
Carol Davis
April 11, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Charles was a great friend and he will be missed. We are blessed to have known him and have great memories. May God give you strength and peace in the coming days.
Craig & Carol Davis and Bailey Pattillo
The McMullen Family and the Staff of McMullen Funeral Home
April 12, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Vicki Melton
April 11, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Wright family. Charles was a wonderful man and although I have not seen him in many years, he was never forgotton. God Bless everyone and may he grant you peace with this loss.
Vicki Melton
Dean, Dorthy, Lyle Gibbs
April 11, 2011
Tammy,
May the Lord's gentle hands be upon you and your family to give you comfort, peace, and guidance during this time of loss. Our prayers will be with you.
Jackie Delgado
April 11, 2011
My prayers are with you all. I know how much Charles was loved. May God bless your family, and bring you comfort during this time of grief.
Forsyth Brothers
April 11, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wright family. We all played ball together as young boys in our neighborhood. Charles was a great person and a great ball player. We would often stop by and have lunch and talk about our past days playing ball. We were blessed to have know him. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Lorrell/Sue Reed
April 11, 2011
We would love to offer our family's condolences for your suddden and great loss of Charles. We knew him from back during our childhood and forward. He was a kind and very caring man. We will all miss him. We hope you find your way through this tragedy with all the strength that Charles knew you all to have. Bless you.
Shannan Bolen
April 11, 2011
To the Wright family, we are so sorry for your loss. Tammy I will always be here for you.
Love, Jeremy and Shannan Bolen
Pamela Shorter
April 11, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Wright family you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Ginger Pittman Platt
April 11, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Wright family.
I was in the stands at the Babe Ruth field almost every game. He was a good friend and so talented. Blessed to have known him. My prayers and my heart. God Bless.
GARY CLARK
April 11, 2011
MY PRYERS AND THOUGHTS GO OUT TO TAMMY, FAMILY AND FRIENDS. CHARLES WAS A GREAT MAN BOTH ON AND OFF THE FIELD. HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL, ESPECIALLY OUR LUNCH TIME GROUP.
April 11, 2011
Proud to have known Charles as a teammate and friend.
Joanne (Brown) Nelson
April 11, 2011
Tammy,Jimmy,Paul and Kelly,I don't know what to say here as i am so in shock. This has got to be very difficult time for all of you and i pray that God will wrap his loving arms around each of you and give you comfort during this difficult time.
Kathy Hammond Lipton
April 11, 2011
Charles was a special cousin. He was born a month ahead of me, and I have such happy memories of visiting Uncle Buddy and Aunt Shirley and the boys. Charles was so full of life and always smiling and will be greatly missed. Whenever I think of Charles, I will smile because he was that kind of person.
Kenny Daugherty
April 11, 2011
I have been blessed to know Charles and the Wright family since Childhood...To his Wife and the Family ...May the Love of those around you help you through the days ahead...God Bless You All
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